Why might the central venous pressure (CVP) trend downward despite isotonic saline therapy in a patient with hypovolemic shock?
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Correct answer: The patient keeps losing volume or fluid isn't reaching the intravascular space
In hypovolemic shock, if CVP continues to decline despite isotonic fluid, the cause may be ongoing fluid losses or inadequate intravascular refill, indicating the need for further volume correction.
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