What is the normal range of central venous pressure when measured with a transducer?
A)2 to 6 mmHg
B)7 to 10 mmHg
C)12 to 20 mmHg
D)25 to 50 mmHg

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The normal range of central venous pressure is 2 to 6 mmHg when measured with a transducer. This reading reflects the pressure in the right atrium of the heart. The catheter is advanced to lie in the superior vena cava or the right atrium and is a reflection of the patient's fluid volume levels.

What Is the Normal Range of Central Venous Pressure When