100/p

[AngelKissed857]

Can someone please explain why an EMT would record a BP on a HOTN pt as 100/P? Dr said EMT was just trying to show off, but that it is incorrect.

[AngelKissed857, BSN, RN]

That makes perfect sense. If it had said 100/palp, I'd have understood. Dr. wasn't a regular that I know well, so no idea why he didn't give more info. But, now I understand, and I appreciate being able to turn to experienced nurses to get the correct info. Thank you everyone.

[Creamsoda, ASN, RN]

OTOH, maybe s/he simply meant they don't find it too useful in some situations.

Accuracy of the advanced trauma life support guidelines for predicting systolic blood pressure using carotid, femoral, and radial pulses: observational study

Not quite the same thing. when measuring SBP by palpation, you are getting a fairly accurate systolic number. If you can't feel the pulse, you can use a doppler to listen for the pulse return. Its quite effective in emergent situations when you can't hear anything.

[Koalified]

I have not seen this one before. Good to know. Thanks!

[Havin' A Party!, ASN, RN]

Came in late on this one... thought for sure that meant "Home of the Nutty"! ;>)