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Physical Examinations I
Manual Blood Pressure Reading Steps
Description
Blood pressure reading uses an indirect method to measure the pressure of blood against vessel walls. Blood pressure, or BP, is a vital sign that is checked routinely in hospital and outpatient settings. It is one of the most common medical assessments performed around the world. The indirect method is non-invasive, safe, an...
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1. Preparação
- Avalie quaisquer contraindicações à medição da PA no braço superior, incluindo fístula arteriovenosa, histórico de dissecção do linfonodo axilar ou linfedema evidente.
- Certifique-se de que o paciente se transformou em um vestido e descansou por pelo menos 5 minutos antes de obter pressão art...
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