A client has a 30 mm Hg difference in blood pressures in the arms. For subsequent blood pressure readings, the nurse should use
A) a larger blood pressure cuff.
B) a smaller blood pressure cuff.
C) the arm with the higher reading.
D) the arm with the lower reading.

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difference in blood pressure of 20 mm Hg or more may indicate other medical problems. This discrepancy should be documented. The nurse should use the arm with the higher reading for all subsequent blood pressure measurements.

A Client Has a 30 Mm Hg Difference in Blood