What Are the Auscultatory Considerations for Blood Pressure Measurement?

Blood pressure measurement auscultation precautions include patient rest, diet, emotional stability, and operational norms. Details are as follows:

1. Patient Rest: Patients should rest quietly for 5 to 10 minutes before measurement to avoid inaccuracies caused by vigorous activity.

2. Diet: Avoid eating, drinking strong tea, or strong coffee for half an hour before measurement to prevent stimulating the heart and nerves, which may affect the accuracy of the measurement.

3. Emotional Stability: Maintain emotional stability before measuring blood pressure to avoid fluctuations.

4. Operational Norms: Blood pressure should be measured according to standard procedures. During measurement, patients can sit or lie supine, with the sphygmomanometer placed at the same level as the heart. The sphygmomanometer cuff should be placed 2 to 3 centimeters above the elbow crease, with a tightness that allows for two fingers to fit underneath. Auscultation should begin while inflating the cuff and continue until the heartbeat is no longer audible, at which point deflation should start.

When using a sphygmomanometer, ensure that the cuff size is appropriate. Place the stethoscope over the femoral artery pulsation. The first sound heard is the systolic pressure, and the sound that disappears is the diastolic pressure.