To obtain an accurate blood pressure, the blood pressure cuff needs to fit the patient properly. A nurse assessing a patient knows that a proper fitting blood pressure cuff should cover________ of the distance from the patient's elbow to the shoulder.

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A proper fitting blood pressure cuff should cover two-thirds of the distance from the patient's elbow to the shoulder to ensure accurate measurement.

To Obtain an Accurate Blood Pressure, the Blood Pressure Cuff