You are unable to auscultate a blood pressure in a patient's right arm. Which one of the following will allow you to obtain the most accurate baseline assessment of the patient's vital signs?

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The best option to obtain an accurate baseline assessment of the patient's vital signs would be to auscultate the blood pressure in the left arm. This is because blood pressure measurements should be taken on the same side consistently to ensure accurate readings. Palpating the blood pressure may not be as accurate as auscultation. Moving the blood pressure cuff down to the forearm may also result in inaccurate readings. While using an automatic blood pressure monitor is an option, it would be better to obtain a manual reading as they are generally more accurate.

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