Herrera FC, Siaron KB, Stutzman SE, Wilson J, Olson D. Exploring the accuracy and precision of BP measurements.
Nursing 2021;
51:47-50. [PMID:
34157002 DOI:
10.1097/01.nurse.0000751336.84200.7a]
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ABSTRACT
Accurate and precise BP measurements are crucial to clinical decision-making and interventions as healthcare professionals aim to prevent complications from hypertension, yet the literature provides no gold standard for measuring BP. This article discusses the additional research necessary to develop best practices and improve patient outcomes.
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