Arterial Blood Pressure Measurement Quiz
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What is the function of a sphygmomanometer?

  • Measure heart rate
  • Measure oxygen levels in the blood
  • Measure blood pressure (correct)
  • Measure blood glucose levels

    • What is the recommended initial mercury level when using a sphygmomanometer?

  • At '20' mark
  • At '0' mark (correct)
  • Above '10' mark
  • Below '0' mark

    • Which pressure is indicative of the systolic blood pressure according to the text?

  • The minimum pressure in the arterial system
  • The pressure during deflation of the cuff
  • The maximum pressure in the arterial system
  • The pressure when the pulse at wrist disappears (correct)

    • Why is it important to deflate the armlet in between blood pressure measurements?

    <p>To prevent venous congestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sound indicates the diastolic blood pressure during measurement?

    <p>Muffled sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the armlet be positioned during blood pressure measurement?

    <p>Above the elbow joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

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