Which of the following most accurately describes why it is best to avoid taking a blood pressure on an arm with an AV graft in place?
A) The blood pressure cuff will compress the graft, causing damage.
B) The pressure created by the cuff is guaranteed to rupture the AV graft.
C) Restricting circulation through the graft is likely to cause clot formation, a common problem with AV grafts.
D) It is uncomfortable for a patient with an AV graft to have blood pressure taken on that arm.
C
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