Blood Pressure Ranges Quiz

Which of the following blood pressure readings is considered normal for an adult at rest?

What is the term for a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg or higher?

What is the purpose of taking another blood pressure reading if the first reading is 140/90 mmHg or higher?

During a blood pressure reading, the cuff should be wrapped around the patient's upper arm with the bottom of the cuff at least 1 inch above the crease in the elbow.

When determining the anticipated systolic range, the most reliable method is to ask the patient what their normal values are.

Phase 1 of the Korotkoff sounds represents the diastolic pressure.

Blood pressure readings obtained by aneroid sphygmomanometers should be reported using both systolic and diastolic numbers.

Which of the following is a condition that would indicate blood pressure should not be taken on the same side as a mastectomy?

When taking a patient's blood pressure, it is important to

Which of the following is true about blood pressure preferences in clinics?

Which of the following is true about orthostatic blood pressure readings?

Match the following blood pressure ranges with their categories:

Match the following equipment with their usage in taking blood pressure:

Match the parts of a stethoscope with their descriptions:

Match the following steps with their correct order in the process of taking a blood pressure reading:

Match the following phases of Korotkoff sounds with their corresponding descriptions:

Match the following factors with their effects on blood pressure:

Match the following statements with their correctness regarding blood pressure measurement:

Match the following conditions with the reasons blood pressure should not be taken on an arm:

Match the following procedures with their descriptions:

Match the following conditions with their effects on blood pressure measurement:

Match the following time frames with the corresponding steps in conducting accurate orthostatic blood pressure readings:

Normal blood pressure is considered to be a reading less than / mm Hg

Hypertension is considered to be a reading of / mm Hg or higher

The blood pressure cuff is a general term for the actual cuff, along with the tubing, bulb with valve, and the ______, which is the gauge with numbers and needle

Blood pressure should NOT be taken on an arm that is on the same side as a ____________ (breast removal), that has an injury, a blocked artery, or a device under the skin (implant) at the site.

Some patient's arms are too large for large cuffs, which may lead to taking blood pressure on the ____________, thigh or calf.

Orthostatic or postural hypotension (low blood pressure) is a condition in which blood pressure can suddenly drop when you go from ____________ to standing or from lying down to standing.

Any drop in blood pressure of ____________ mmHg or greater would be considered abnormal.

An appropriate-sized cuff is wrapped snugly around the patient’s upper arm, with the bottom of the cuff 'at least 1 inch above the ______ in elbow'

The bell of the stethoscope should be placed over the brachial artery at the ______ crease.

The gauge’s needle should reach 30 mmHg above what the patient’s anticipated ______ reading will be.

The last audible heartbeat sound heard represents the ______ number.

An appropriate-sized cuff is wrapped snugly around the patient’s upper arm, with the bottom of the cuff 'at least 1 inch above the ______ in elbow.'

Place the bell of the stethoscope over the brachial artery at the ______ crease.

The bell should be placed over bare skin, and not underneath any part of the ______.

The last audible heart beat sound heard is the ______ number.