ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client's partner about how to obtain a blood pressure reading. Which of the following actions by the partner indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Placing the client's arm above the level of the client's heart can result in an inaccurate blood pressure reading. The arm should be positioned at heart level to ensure accuracy. Checking the instrument gauge (
A) is important for accuracy. Centering the cuff bladder over the brachial artery (
B) is crucial for obtaining an accurate reading. Wrapping the cuff around the arm using firm pressure (
D) is also a correct step.
Therefore, the incorrect action is C as it can lead to an incorrect reading.
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