When taking the blood pressure, the last sound you hear is the ____.

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The last sound heard during blood pressure measurement is the diastolic pressure, which represents the lowest pressure in the arteries as the heart relaxes between beats. The systolic pressure is the first sound heard and represents the peak pressure in the arteries during a heartbeat. Auscultated pressure refers to the method of using a stethoscope to listen for Korotkoff sounds while measuring blood pressure. Pressure point refers to a location on a person's body where a pulse can be felt. Palpated pressure refers to the method of using the sense of touch to feel for a pulse or other pressure sensation.

When Taking the Blood Pressure, the Last Sound You Hear