A Blood Pressure Cuff Should Be the Proper Size

question 77

Multiple Choice

A blood pressure cuff should be the proper size.The recommended bladder length is ____ percent of the patient's arm circumference,and the ideal width is at least ____ percent.

• A) 20 / 80
• B) 50 / 50
• C) 80 / 20
• D) Both should be any size that feels comfortable for the patient.

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