Study suggests a 30-second interval between automated office blood pressure measurements is as accurate and reliable as a 60-second interval.
8 Oct, 2021 | 10:09h | UTCImpact of 30- Versus 60-Second Time Intervals Between Automated Office Blood Pressure Measurements on Measured Blood Pressure – Hypertension (link to abstract – $ for full-text)
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Guidelines recommend a 60-sec pause between automated office BP measures. This study indicates a 30-sec interval not only saves time but is just as accurate and reliable. @spjuraschek @therealaishak @TimAndersonMD @jenniferlcluett https://t.co/A77bvhatZq pic.twitter.com/wdrUqZDWs4
— Hypertension (@HyperAHA) October 7, 2021