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Point of Care Ecosystem BP Checklist
Standardization, whether it be in one facility or across a network of sites, poses challenges for today's health systems.
One area that can be especially challenging is blood pressure (BP) measurement. BP capture continues to be one of
the most inconsistently performed tests in the clinical environment.1
In fact, many healthcare providers may not be
aware of recommendations for more accurate BP measurements. Left unaddressed, this lack of adherence can pose
serious risk for health systems. We hope you will use this checklist to help ensure an accurate, precise and repeatable
BP measurement-every patient, every time.
7 SIMPLE STEPS FOR AN ACCURATE BP READING1
No Talking
Neither the patient nor the person taking the
measurement should talk during the procedure.
The patient talking or actively listening can increase
the measurement by 10 mmHg.
Cuff Placed on Bare Arm
The upper arm should be bare. Any clothing covering
the cuff location should be removed. Placing the cuff
over clothing can add 5 to 50 mmHg. Clothing covering
the cuff location should not be rolled, so as to not have
a tourniquet affect above the BP cuff.
Arm Supported at Heart Level
The patient's arm should be supported at heart level
(the middle of the cuff on the upper arm should be at
the level of the right atrium). An unsupported arm can
add 10 mmHg to the measurement.
Empty Bladder
Having a full bladder during BP acquisition can add
10 mmHg to the BP reading.
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Back Supported
The patient should be seated comfortably with the
back supported. If the patient's back is not properly
supported, the measurement can increase 6 mmHg.
Legs Uncrossed
The patient should be seated comfortably with legs
uncrossed. If the patient's legs are crossed, the
measurement can increase 2 to 8 mmHg.
Feet Flat on the Floor
The patient should be seated comfortably with feet flat
on the floor. If the patient's feet are not flat on the floor,
the measurement can increase 6 mmHg.
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