Where should the BP cuff be placed and how should the arm be positioned?

• A. Around the forearm with the cuff over the brachial artery; the arm is supported at heart level.
• B. On the wrist with the hand resting on the thigh.
• C. Around the upper arm with the cuff over the brachial artery, with the arm supported at heart level.
• D. Around the upper arm with the cuff over the brachial artery, arm supported at hip level.

Answer: (C)