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CNOR Operating Room Nursing

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Which of the following is an important part of an accurate assessment of blood pressure?
  1. The patient’s arm should be either at the level of the heart or raised above the head.
  2. Initial readings are measured in both arms, with successive measurements taken in the arm with the lowest pressure.
  3. The patient should avoid talking during a blood pressure measurement.
  4. Both A and B
Explanation
Answer: C-The patient should avoid talking during a blood pressure measurement to obtain an accurate reading. Talking or moving during the measurement may affect the results, requiring the nurse to repeat the procedure. Talking may be associated with a slightly increased blood pressure reading as well.
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