Using a blood pressure cuff that doesn't fit the client properly can result in an incorrect BP reading. The BP cuff's bladder should encircle what percentage of the client's arm?
a. 25% c. 80%
b. 50% d. 100%
C
The cuff bladder should encircle 80% of the arm to obtain an accurate blood pressure.
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