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NCLEX-RN
Physiological Integrity

Central Venous Pressure Normal Range

Very Hard Physiological Adaptation Hemodynamics

A 33-year-old male patient is admitted to the intensive care unit following a motor vehicle accident. Initial assessment reveals significant blood loss and a blood pressure of 75/40 mmHg. The healthcare provider orders a central venous pressure (CVP) measurement to assess the pre-load status of the heart. The nurse notes that the CVP should normally be within the range of ___ mmHg to indicate adequate venous return.

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