A central venous pressure (CVP) catheter is used to:
A) measure left atrial pressure.
B) measure left ventricular work.
C) monitor right ventricular function.
D) monitor left ventricular function.

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A central venous pressure (CVP) catheter is primarily used to monitor right ventricular function and the return of venous blood to the heart, not the left side of the heart or its function.

A Central Venous Pressure (CVP) Catheter Is Used To