Why the study?
Does the Vita-Stat automatic blood pressure measuring device provide accurate and precise measurements compared to the Random-Zero device in adults?
Does the Vita-Stat automatic blood pressure measuring device provide accurate and precise measurements compared to the Random-Zero device in adults?
The Vita-Stat automatic blood pressure device lacks the accuracy and precision required for widespread use, frequently misclassifying normotensive individuals as hypertensive.
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Clinicians should verify automatic BP readings with validated devices; this leaves open the need for rigorous prospective validation.
Polk et al. (1980) studied this question.
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