A Swan-Ganz Catheter Differs from a Central Venous (CV)catheter in That

question 20

Multiple Choice

A Swan-Ganz catheter differs from a central venous (CV) catheter in that Swan-Ganz

• A) lines measure arterial pressures in the wedge position and reflect pressure in the left atrium.
• B) catheters may be single-lumen or multilumen design,with a pressure electrode and cuff at the distal end.
• C) catheters are named after Jeremy Swan and William Ganz developers.
• D) All of the above are true.

---

Definitions:

Distinctive Facial

Features or characteristics of the face that are unique or particularly noticeable, which can sometimes be linked to specific genetic or cultural backgrounds.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in emotions and drives, such as fear, pleasure, and survival instincts.

Regulates Hunger

The function of specific hormones, like ghrelin and leptin, and brain mechanisms that control the sensation of hunger and signal the need to consume food.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for producing hormones that regulate body temperature, hunger, moods, release of hormones from many glands, especially the pituitary gland, and sleep cycles.