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How to: Blood Pressure
Lab #1 Fitness Programs and Appraisal
How to: Blood Pressure
Lab #1
The following will demonstrate how to take someone's blood pressure properly. You will need: a sphygmometer with a cuff, (incldued a sphygmometer dial, bulb, and air valve),
a stethoscope
a client
Make sure client is wearing appropriate clothing: Short sleeve or sleveless shirts.
Speed of releasing pressure valve: 2-5 mm Hg/sec
ALWAYS use left arm for measuring.
Normal range: Less than 120/80 mm Hg (less than 120 systolic AND less than 80 diastolic)
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