Which of the following is not true about measurement of blood pressure?
Cuff and manometer should be at hea level so that the effect of gravity on blood pressure can be avoided. If above the hea level the pressure is found to be increased and if it is below it found to be decreased. Ref: Textbook of medical physiology by N Geetha, 3rd edition, page no. 195
The bladder of the blood pressure cuff should cover more than 80% of the arm cricumference
The blood pressure cuff should be at a higher level than the hea
Patient should be in resting position
Cuff should be tied over upper arm
Cardiovascular system