Blood pressure cuff?

[cracklingkraken]

So we started doing VS in lab this week, and I was wondering if there are any websites with decent/affordable BP cuffs? I would love to have the extra practice since we don't have open lab and only practice during our scheduled lab times, and it might prove useful in the future.

[RunBabyRN]

I can't add to your original question, but I will say that I use my BP cuffs (yes, plural, as I have a large as well) all the time. I do nursing care outside of the hospital (yay for being a new grad), and depending on the situation, I am often SO glad I have my cuffs and stethoscope with me!! For some of my infusion patients, I am doing frequent VS (q15 minutes, even), and for the health fairs I do, if the auto BP cuff malfunctions for whatever reason, or they are too large for it, I am ready to go. Pays to be prepared!

[cracklingkraken, ASN, RN]

That sounds awesome! I was actually thinking of using it more within the family, since I have a mother who tends to have a higher BP and getting a feel for everyone's BP. Never know when I might be able to catch something off and escort them to hospital! (Not that I'm hoping for that, but it could potentially save a life). Plus I'll get a lot of practice in

[NICUmiiki, DNP, NP]

Scrub stores usually have them.

[CT Pixie, BSN, RN]

CVS, Walmart and Target also have them (for WalMart and Target they are usually over by the pharmacy)..both manual and electronic types.

[vintagemother, BSN, CNA, LVN, RN]

I think it's a great idea to buy your own BP cuff. I bought mine while in CNA school from walmart. I practiced on everyone: my then husband, my kids, my mom, my nieces and nephews. (Had to put it on their thighs). It helped me to get good at taking BPs. In nursing school I also practiced on family.

After I became proficient, I just had to work on developing confidence on my abilities. (-;

[TLizS]

I ordered mine off amazon and it's been great. I practice on my husband all the time lol