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What is the most effective method for obtaining an accurate blood pressure reading from the client if the nurse is preparing a client for surgery?



Asked by SAFOA GLADYS, Last updated: Sep 23, 2024

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John Adney

John Adney

John Adney
John Adney

Answered Jan 30, 2017

I agree with the response that the cuff should cover two thirds of the patients arm
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John Smith

John Smith

John Smith
John Smith

Answered Nov 29, 2016

Use a cuff that is wide enough to cover the upper two thirds of the client’s arm

To obtain an accurate reading in an adult, the blood pressure cuff should cover the upper two thirds of the clients arm; it should be positioned approximately 2 inches above the antecubital space
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