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To view information about appropriate cuff sizing based on arm circumference click here. ➪ Practice Point:
To view recommended techniques for measuring blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer and stethoscope click here. To view proper positioning of cuff for blood pressure assessment click here. How long should the nurse take to release the blood pressure cuff in order to obtain an accurate reading?After showing your blood pressure, the cuff will deflate on its own. With many machines, you must wait for 15 to 30 seconds before using it again. A digital blood pressure monitor will not be as accurate if your body is moving when you are using it. Also, an irregular heart rate will make the reading less accurate.
What is the correct way to accurately assess the client's radial pulse?Palpate the base of the patient's thumb; then draw two or three fingers proximally towards the radial artery. If you are still having trouble, use a pulse oximeter or auscultate the patient's heart to get a feel for the rhythm and rate of heartbeat you are attempting to palpate.
Which component would the nurse assess first when taking vital signs?Which component would the nurse assess first when taking vital signs? The radial pulse is taken first.
When assessing a pulse What 3 things does the nurse observe?The pulse rhythm, rate, force, and equality are assessed when palpating pulses.. Pulse Rhythm. The normal pulse rhythm is regular, meaning that the frequency of the pulsation felt by your fingers follows an even tempo with equal intervals between pulsations. ... . Pulse Rate. ... . Pulse Force. ... . Pulse Equality.. |