Amb BP application

Question 1

What environment do you need for amb BP?

Answer 1

-private
-quiet
-clean
-hand washing facilities
-chairs
-access to pc/ senitel

Question 2

What equiptment do we need?

Answer 2

-pillow
-BP machine
-amb BP monitor
-BP cuffs
-monitor belts/piuches
-tape measure
-stethoscope
-battery

Question 3

what should you ask when explaining the procedure?

Answer 3

-worn monitor previously
-level of undress required
-frequency of measurement day/night
-check for contraindictions for fitting cuff on either arm
-ask typical nocturnal hours
-consider manual BP
-verbal consent

Question 4

What are some further instructions after fitting the BP monitor?

Answer 4

-no baths/showers
-diary sheet( nocturnal hours, symptoms, physical activity, medications)
safety notes- pain/discomfort
-cuff fitting
-return process
-reporting/outcome/feedback
-department contact details