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The nurse must check vital signs on a 2-year-old boy who is brought to the clinic for his 24- month checkup. What criteria should the nurse use in determining the appropriate-size blood pressure cuff? (Select all that apply.)

  • A. The cuff is labeled "toddler."
  • B. The cuff bladder width is approximately 40% of the circumference of the upper arm.
  • C. The cuff bladder length covers 80% to 100% of the circumference of the upper arm.
  • D. The cuff bladder covers 50% to 66% of the length of the upper arm.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: For a 2-year-old boy, the nurse should consider the following criteria in determining the appropriate-size blood pressure cuff: