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Central venous pressure monitoring in clinical practice.

Authors :
Scales, Katie
Source :
Nursing Standard. 3/24/2010, Vol. 24 Issue 29, p49-55. 7p. 4 Color Photographs, 2 Diagrams, 2 Charts.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

This article provides an overview of central venous pressure (CVP) monitoring in clinical practice. It explores the underpinning anatomy and physiology, as well as the indications and means of access, for the procedure. The mechanics and practicalities of measuring CVP are discussed and information for troubleshooting is provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Subjects

Subjects :
*CENTRAL venous pressure
*PATIENT monitoring
*HEART function tests
*INTENSIVE care nursing
*NURSING practice
*HEART anatomy

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00296570
Volume :
24
Issue :
29
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nursing Standard
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
49469535
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.24.29.49.s50
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