Which of these steps in taking a blood pressure is/are correct? Select all that apply
a. Use a bladder that encircles 40% of the arm.
b. Wrap the cuff snugly around the client's arm.
c. Ask the client to hold the arm at heart level.
d. Have the client sit with feet flat on the floor.
B, D
The cuff should be wrapped snugly around the client's arm. Crossed legs or dangling legs can increase blood pressure, so feet should be flat on the floor. The bladder should encircle 80% of the arm. Holding the arm out can cause an erroneously higher blood pressure measurement; the arm should be supported.
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