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Blood pressure can be measured in the lower extremity with the cuff wrapped around the ankle.
Blood pressure can be measured in the lower extremity with the cuff wrapped around the ankle.
False (B)
Thigh pressure measurement requires a smaller cuff than arm pressure measurement.
Thigh pressure measurement requires a smaller cuff than arm pressure measurement.
False (B)
The cuff should be placed on the upper arm above the radial artery for blood pressure measurement.
The cuff should be placed on the upper arm above the radial artery for blood pressure measurement.
False (B)
Blood pressure should be measured immediately after strenuous exercise.
Blood pressure should be measured immediately after strenuous exercise.
It is recommended to use a cuff that is too small for blood pressure measurements.
It is recommended to use a cuff that is too small for blood pressure measurements.
Blood pressure measurements should not be taken in an extremity with a blocked artery.
Blood pressure measurements should not be taken in an extremity with a blocked artery.
A history of mastectomy on one side is a contraindication for taking blood pressure in that arm.
A history of mastectomy on one side is a contraindication for taking blood pressure in that arm.
Implanted devices under the skin do not affect the accuracy of blood pressure readings.
Implanted devices under the skin do not affect the accuracy of blood pressure readings.
The diastolic pressure is recorded as the top number in blood pressure measurements.
The diastolic pressure is recorded as the top number in blood pressure measurements.
Inflating the cuff above 200 mmHg is recommended when measuring blood pressure.
Inflating the cuff above 200 mmHg is recommended when measuring blood pressure.
