According to the AAFP, a large adult cuff should be selected:
A) ?when the diameter of the patient's upper arm is over 17 inches.
B) ?when the diameter of the patient's upper arm is over 13 inches.
C) ?when the diameter of the patient's upper arm is over 15 inches.
D) ?when the diameter of the patient's upper arm is over 20 inches.
B
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