Hemodynamic Monitoring Practice Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring concepts and best practices. Please answer all questions below.
Which of the following is a primary indication for invasive hemodynamic monitoring?
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Unexplained hypotension
Mild dehydration
Stable angina
Routine post-op care
Select all components typically measured by a pulmonary artery catheter.
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Pulmonary artery pressure
Central venous pressure
Cardiac output
Arterial blood gases
Other
A patient’s mean arterial pressure (MAP) is calculated using which formula?
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[(2 x diastolic) + systolic] / 3
[(systolic + diastolic) / 2]
Systolic - diastolic
Systolic x diastolic
Rate your confidence in interpreting central venous pressure (CVP) waveforms.
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1
2
3
4
5
Which statement about arterial line blood pressure monitoring is TRUE?
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It provides continuous real-time readings.
It can be used to administer medications.
It is less accurate than noninvasive cuffs.
It is only used in pediatric patients.
Match the hemodynamic parameter to its normal range.
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Rows
Normal Range
Central Venous Pressure (CVP)
2-6 mmHg
4-12 mmHg
60-100 mmHg
8-12 mmHg
Pulmonary Artery Wedge Pressure (PAWP)
2-6 mmHg
4-12 mmHg
60-100 mmHg
8-12 mmHg
Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)
2-6 mmHg
4-12 mmHg
60-100 mmHg
8-12 mmHg
Left Ventricular End Diastolic Pressure (LVEDP)
2-6 mmHg
4-12 mmHg
60-100 mmHg
8-12 mmHg
Briefly explain the importance of zeroing a pressure transducer.
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Which of the following can lead to a falsely elevated CVP reading?
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Patient coughing
Transducer below phlebostatic axis
Loose connections
Patient in supine position
Select all possible complications of pulmonary artery catheterization.
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Pulmonary artery rupture
Infection
Arrhythmias
Deep vein thrombosis
Other
What is the most likely cause of dampened arterial waveform?
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Air bubble in tubing
Transducer at heart level
Patient moving
Normal saline flush
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