Ati pediatric proctored exam 1
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about assessing children's blood pressure. Which of the following statements made by the newly licensed nurse demonstrates an understanding of the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Cuff size recommendations vary based on the child’s arm circumference, not a specific range for all school-aged children. B. The cuff should fit snugly around the child's arm, not loosely, to obtain an accurate reading. C. Blood pressure is typically measured over the brachial artery using a manual or automated cuff. D. Routine blood pressure screening usually begins at age 3 unless there are specific indications to begin earlier.
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