bp2 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
A blood pressure that is below normal, that is, a
systolic reading consistently between 85 mmHg and
110 mmHg
A
HYPOTENSION
2
Q
is a blood pressure that
decreases when the client sits or stands.
A
Orthostatic hypotension
3
Q
the device used to measure
BP along with a stethoscope
A
Sphygmomanometer
4
Q
When assessing BP, it involves listening to _____
A
korotkoff sounds
5
Q
what are the methods used to assess bp
A
Palpatory and Auscultation
6
Q
assessing BP can be directly through an _____ procedure
A
Invasive
