Which of the Following Is Correct in the Procedure for Taking

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct in the procedure for taking an auscultated blood pressure?

• A) Do not wait to take the blood pressure after completing the palpatory method
• B) Switch the stethoscope to the bell
• C) Hold the stethoscope in place with the thumb
• D) Inflate the cuff to 30 mm Hg above the level determined by palpation
• E) Record the levels of all five Korotkoff sounds

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