A Blood Pressure Cuff That Is Too Large for a Child

question 18

Multiple Choice

A blood pressure cuff that is too large for a child may result in

• A) A blood pressure reading that is falsely high
• B) Not being able to hear the first clear tapping sound
• C) Too much pressure being applied to the brachial artery
• D) A blood pressure reading that is falsely low

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Definitions:

Endodermal

Pertaining to the innermost layer of the three primary germ layers in the very early embryo, which gives rise to the digestive and respiratory systems among others.

Ectodermal

Pertaining to the ectoderm, the outermost layer of the embryo, giving rise to the nervous system, skin, and various sensory organs.

Germ Layers

The three primary layers of cells (ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm) in the early embryo from which all tissues and organs develop.

Ectoderm

The outermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, giving rise to the skin and nervous system.