When Measuring Blood Pressure, the First Sound Heard as the Cuff

question 16

Multiple Choice

When measuring blood pressure, the first sound heard as the cuff is deflated is:

• A) the systolic reading.
• B) the diastolic reading.
• C) blood flowing freely through the artery when the heart is resting.
• D) blood flowing freely through the vein when the heart is resting.

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