SUMMARY: There is much more to the measurement of central venous pressure than the simple digital value on the monitor and the actual waveform should always be examined.

The central venous pressure (CVP) is frequently used to guide ... survey reported that 90% of intensivists use the CVP to monitor fluid resuscitation in patients with septic shock.

A study found that varying central venous pressure levels can lead to substantial ... highlighting the need for careful monitoring and management during the initiation of IV therapy[1].