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blood pressure cuff: a proper fit

blood pressure cuff that fits correctly.

it is important that the blood pressure cuff is the right size for your arm: not too large and not too small. if you will be monitoring your blood pressure at home, ask your doctor or nurse to check to make sure the cuff fits correctly. the inflatable part of the cuff needs to be at least as long as the widest measurement around your upper arm.

current as of: june 24, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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