Measuring Central Venous Pressure Checklist
Measuring Central Venous Pressure Checklist
Measuring Central Venous Pressure Checklist
COLLEGE OF NURSING
Health Assessment NCM 118
Procedural Checklist in
Measuring Central Venous Pressure
NAME: __________________________________________________________
YEAR / SECTION: _________________ RATING: __________
General Objective:
Given actual or simulated situation/condition, the student will be able to safely and accurately
measure central venous pressure with maximum comfort and safety for the client and nurse.
Specific Objectives:
1. Understand why central venous monitoring is performed.
2. Demonstrate how to perform central venous pressure monitoring using a manometer.
3. Identify the normal and abnormal parameters of CVP
4. Analyze the data gathered from the assessment and formulate valid nursing diagnosis,
collaborative problems and/or referrals
CRITERIA:
Item Descriptors Verbal Interpretation
Weight
2 Excellent Performed the procedure with great ease and confidence, observing work
ethics (prudent, accepts criticisms and suggestions), able to rationalize
scientifically and shows diligence in documenting observations at all
times.
1.5 Very Performed the procedure with less confidence, observing work ethics
Satisfactory (prudent, accepts criticisms and suggestions), able to rationalize
scientifically and shows minimal diligence in documenting observations.
1.25 Satisfactory Performed the procedure but requires close supervision and shows
potential for improvement.
1 Needs Failed to perform the procedure, unable to function well and needs
Improvement repeated specific/ detailed guidance or direction.
COMMENTS:
Strengths: