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Measuring lying and standing BP

Article Abstract:

Advice on measuring lying and standing blood pressure is presented. The first step is to find the brachial artery, over which the diaphragm of the stethoscope is placed. Care should be taken to avoid excessive pressure, which can distort the Korotkoff sounds.

Author: Jevon, Phil
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
Measurement

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Blood pressure measurement Part 2: Using automated devices

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The accuracy and reliability was questioned when automated blood pressure devices were first manufactured. More accurate and reliable devices have resulted due to improved technology.

Author: Jevon, Phil
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing, Medical Instruments and Supplies, Electromedical equipment, Blood Pressure Transducers, Blood Pressure Monitors, Usage, Sphygmomanometer

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Blood pressure measurement

Article Abstract:

The article explains the procedure to measure blood pressure.

Author: Jevon, Phil
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
Methods, Control

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Subjects list: Blood pressure, Blood pressure measurement, United Kingdom
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