While assessing the blood pressure of an eight-year-old child, the nurse notes the following: Systolic sound is heard at 98, but the sound continues until it reaches 0. There is a distinct sound softening at 48. How should the nurse record this finding?

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The correct way to record this blood pressure is 98/48/0, indicating the systolic pressure (98), the point of distinct sound softening (48), and the point at which the sound disappears (0). This method provides a more detailed measurement, especially in pediatric assessments where such nuances can be important.

While Assessing the Blood Pressure of an Eight-Year-Old Child, the Nurse