If a Sufficiently Large Cuff Is Unavailable to Fit an Obese

Multiple Choice

If a sufficiently large cuff is unavailable to fit an obese arm, which technique may be used to assess blood pressure?

A) Wrap a standard cuff around the deltoid area and place the stethoscope over the radial artery.
B) Wrap a standard cuff around the forearm and place the stethoscope over the radial artery.
C) Wrap a standard cuff around the thigh and place the stethoscope on the dorsalis pedis.
D) Wrap a pediatric cuff around the ankle and place the stethoscope on the popliteal artery.