Question 7

With regard to blood pressure measurement using an automated non-invasive device:

Select true or false for each of the following statements.

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A. True. This gives more accurate blood pressure, referenced to the level of heart.

B. False. Slow inflation causes venous congestion. The cuff should be inflated rapidly.

C. False. Slow deflation of the cuff (2-3 mm Hg/s) allows time to detect arterial pulsation.

D. False. The cuff should cover two-thirds of the upper arm.

E. True. The cuff should cover two-thirds of the upper arm.

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