If a Sufficiently Large Cuff Is Unavailable to Fit the Arm

question 12

Multiple Choice

If a sufficiently large cuff is unavailable to fit the arm of an obese person, which technique may be used to assess blood pressure?

• A)Wrap a standard cuff around the deltoid area and place the stethoscope over the radial artery.
• B)Wrap a standard cuff around the forearm and place the stethoscope over the radial artery.
• C)Wrap a standard cuff around the thigh and place the stethoscope on the dorsalis pedis.
• D)Wrap a pediatric cuff around the ankle and place the stethoscope on the popliteal artery.
• E)Wrap a standard cuff around the forearm and place the stethoscope over the ulnar artery.

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