Vital Sign's Lab

Question 1

Too Small Cuff Size

Answer 1

BP reads high

Question 2

Too Big Cuff Size

Answer 2

BP reads low

Question 3

Below Heart Arm Position

Answer 3

BP reads high

Question 4

Above Heart Arm Position

Answer 4

BP reads low

Question 5

Too Loose Cuff

Answer 5

BP reads high

Question 6

BP in general

Answer 6

Younger exhibit lower pressure

Older may have high SP, and low DBP