Vital Sign Influences
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What arm position relative to the heart is required for accurate blood pressure measurement?
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What inflation error can cause discomfort and alter readings in repeated blood pressure checks?
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What patient factor can make pulse oximetry readings falsely low or inconsistent?
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Poor peripheral perfusion (cold extremities, shock). Impaired circulation reduces pulsatile flow detection, leading to underestimation of oxygen saturation.
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