Which one of the statements listed below indicates an appropriate understanding of palpating a blood pressure?
A) "A palpated blood pressure is recorded when the brachial pulse returns as the BP cuff is deflated."
B) "Palpated blood pressures are the technique of choice when the patient has a cardiac complaint."
C) "A palpated blood pressure is typically falsely lower than a blood pressure obtained by auscultation."
D) "It is best to determine a palpated blood pressure using a stethoscope and pulse oximeter."
C
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