Key result
Automated blood pressure devices are increasingly used for convenience, but clinicians must understand their limitations and ensure appropriate equipment selection for accurate readings.
Comparison
Automated sphygmomanometer vs Mercury sphygmomanometer (auscultation)
Design
Review
Authors
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Clinicians should verify automated device accuracy before routine use; leaves open need for rigorous validation studies across settings.
Clinicians must be aware of the limitations of automated sphygmomanometers and ensure appropriate equipment selection for accurate blood pressure measurement.
Wedgbury et al. (2008) conducted a review in Blood pressure measurement. Automated sphygmomanometer vs. Mercury sphygmomanometer / auscultation was evaluated. Automated blood pressure devices are increasingly used for convenience, but clinicians must understand their limitations and ensure appropriate equipment selection for accurate readings.
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