Blood pressure measures made ‘ strikingly ’ inaccurate by incorrect cuff size

Using the incorrect cuff size when taking blood pressure measurements can lead to significant over and under-estimations, according to the findings of a randomised trial by US researchers. Although clinical practice guidelines recommend the selection of an appropriately sized cuff based on mid-arm circumference before taking a blood pressure (BP) reading, the extent to which... Read moreThe post Blood pressure measures made ‘strikingly’ inaccurate by incorrect cuff size appeared first on Nursing in Practice.

Source: Nursing in Practice - August 17, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Wiliam Hunter Tags: Cardiology Clinical Source Type: news