All of the following may cause errors in blood pressure readings, EXCEPT ________.
A. the cuff is the wrong size for the patient
B. the patient's arm is at the same level as the heart
C. deflation occurs too rapidly to accurately determine the sounds
D. there isn't a wait of 1-2 minutes before taking a second reading
Answer: B
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