Blood Pressure Measurement using Aneroid equipment Quiz

What is the first step in preparing to take a manual blood pressure reading?

• Inflate the cuff

• Perform hand hygiene

• Place the stethoscope on the patient’s arm

• Record the blood pressure reading

Where should the blood pressure cuff be placed on the patient’s arm?

• Directly over the elbow

• 2-3 cm above the elbow

• On the wrist

• On the forearm

What is the correct position for the patient’s arm during a blood pressure measurement?

• Above heart level

• Below heart level

• At heart level

• Hanging down by the side

Which artery is typically used for auscultating blood pressure?

• Radial artery

• Carotid artery

• Brachial artery

• Femoral artery

What is the purpose of inflating the cuff to 20-30 mmHg above the expected systolic pressure?

• To ensure the cuff is tight enough

• To avoid discomfort for the patient

• To temporarily stop blood flow in the artery

• To make the sounds louder

When should you start deflating the cuff during a blood pressure measurement?

• Immediately after placing the cuff

• After inflating the cuff to the desired pressure

• Before placing the stethoscope

• After recording the blood pressure reading

At what rate should the cuff be deflated to obtain an accurate reading?

• 1-2 mmHg per second

• 2-3 mmHg per second

• 3-4 mmHg per second

• 4-5 mmHg per second

What indicates the systolic blood pressure reading?

• The point at which the Korotkoff sounds disappear

• The point at which the Korotkoff sounds are first heard

• The highest pressure in the cuff

• The lowest pressure in the cuff

What indicates the diastolic blood pressure reading?

• The point at which the Korotkoff sounds disappear

• The point at which the Korotkoff sounds are first heard

What should be done after completing the blood pressure measurement?

• Immediately take another reading

• Inflate the cuff again

• Record the readings and clean the equipment

• Leave the cuff on the patient