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DB 2006(03) Blood Pressure Measurement Devices

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Type: Publication
Series No: DB 2006(03)
Audience: Healthcare professionals
Published: July 2005
Format: Electronic only
Size: A4
Pages: 19
Price: Free
ISBN/ISSN: 190073155X
Author: MHRA
Copyright: Crown
   

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The measurement of blood pressure is important in the diagnosis and monitoring of a wide range of clinical conditions. In this document we review the advantages and disadvantages of mercury, aneroid, electronic manual sphygmomanometers and automated blood pressure measuring devices. This should help to ensure the most appropriate technology is selected for use.

The topics covered are:

  • Types of blood pressure measurement equipment
  • Sources of error and other issues
  • Purchase, training and maintenance
  • Mercury

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