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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Central 7 mmHg7 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}

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The nurse is caring for a patient who has central venous pressure (CVP) monitoring in place. The nurses most recent assessment reveals that CVP is 7 mmHg7 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg} . What is the nurses most appropriate action?


A) Arrange for continuous cardiac monitoring and reposition the patient.
B) Remove the CVP catheter and apply an occlusive dressing.
C) Assess the patient for fluid overload and inform the physician.
D) Raise the head of the patients bed and have the patient perform deep breathing exercise, if possible.

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