When Checking for Proper Blood Pressure Cuff Size, Which Guideline

question 9

Multiple Choice

When checking for proper blood pressure cuff size, which guideline is correct?

• A) The standard cuff size is appropriate for all sizes.
• B) The length of the rubber bladder should equal 80% of the arm circumference.
• C) The width of the rubber bladder should equal 80% of the arm circumference.
• D) The width of the rubber bladder should equal 40% of the arm circumference.

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