Which is a patient-related error that may cause an error in a blood pressure reading?
A. Deflation occurs too rapidly to accurately determine the sounds.
B. Part of the stethoscope tubing touches the blood pressure cuff while reading is taken.
C. Patient's arm is covered so the reading is taken through clothing.
D. Patient's arm is too large for accurate reading with available equipment.
Answer: D
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