Which Would Cause an Erroneously Low Blood Pressure During a General

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which would cause an erroneously low blood pressure during a general assessment for an adult client?

• A)Bladder to cuff ratio too wide
• B)Arm unsupported
• C)Cuff wrapped too loosely
• D)Arm below heart level

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Definitions:

Periosteum

A dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping bones except at the surface of the joints.

Collagen Fibers

Strong, fibrous proteins that make up connective tissues, providing support and strength.

Carpal Bone

One of the eight small bones that make up the wrist (carpus) that connects the hand to the forearm, allowing for the wrist's complex range of movement.

Epiphysis

Portion of a bone developed from a secondary ossification center and separated from the remainder of the bone by the epiphyseal plate.