Which of the following is used to measure blood pressure?
A) Thermometer
B) Sphygmomanometer and stethoscope
C) Your first 2 or 3 fingertips
D) Cuff

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Blood pressure is measured using a sphygmomanometer and stethoscope. The cuff of the sphygmomanometer is wrapped around the upper arm and inflated to temporarily stop blood flow. The pressure is then slowly released while listening with the stethoscope for the sound of blood flowing through the artery. The reading on the gauge when the sound is first heard is the systolic pressure, and when the sound disappears, it indicates the diastolic pressure.

Which of the Following Is Used to Measure Blood Pressure