Samantha, a CNA, did all of the following actions when she was taking Mr. Adriano's blood pressure. Which action was incorrect?
A. She used his right arm, since his IV is in his left arm.
B. She applied the cuff to his upper arm above his brachial artery.
C. She applied the cuff securely over the sleeve of his pajamas.
D. She waited to take his blood pressure until he had been resting for 15 minutes.
Answer: C
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