When measuring blood pressure during an antenatal visit, which technique gives the most reliable reading?
Correct answer: A. Use a correctly sized cuff with the arm supported at heart level
- A. Use a correctly sized cuff with the arm supported at heart level
- B. Use a narrow cuff with the arm hanging beside the body
- C. Measure immediately after walking with the woman standing
- D. Place the cuff over thick clothing with the arm unsupported
Explanation
A correctly sized cuff and a supported arm at heart level reduce measurement error. A small cuff, unsupported arm, standing position, or clothing under the cuff can give an inaccurate reading and may lead to incorrect assessment for hypertension.
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Routine care during pregnancy includes booking history, physical examination, laboratory investigations, nutritional advice, immunisation, fetal growth assessment and scheduled antenatal visits. It also covers recognition of danger signs, calculation of gestational age and estimated delivery date, and the difference between uncomplicated surveillance and referral for high-risk pregnancy.
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