Key result
A survey of 48 blood pressure devices in a single hospital identified three mercury and seven anaeroid sphygmomanometers, highlighting the use of unvalidated devices with small cuffs.
Population
48 blood pressure devices in six acute areas of a single hospital
Design
Cross-sectional
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Survey of hospital BP devices reveals equipment variability; leaves open whether routine cuff audits improve measurement accuracy.
A survey of hospital departments revealed the presence of various blood pressure devices, raising awareness about the potential use of unvalidated devices and inappropriate cuff sizes.
Thomas et al. (2001) conducted a letter in Blood pressure measurement (n=48). Blood pressure devices was evaluated on Make and cuff size of blood pressure devices. A survey of 48 blood pressure devices in a single hospital identified three mercury and seven anaeroid sphygmomanometers, highlighting the use of unvalidated devices with small cuffs.
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