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blood pressure cuff: too small

blood pressure cuff that is too small.

if the blood pressure cuff does not fit correctly, the results may not be accurate. this cuff is too small. 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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