The EMT is correctly using a noninvasive blood pressure monitor when she:

A) Auscultates a blood pressure before applying and activating the device
B) Alternates arms for each blood pressure reading that is obtained with the device
C) Confirms each reading on the device by palpating a pressure in the opposite arm
D) Places the cuff of the noninvasive BP monitor on the patient's forearm

A) Auscultates a blood pressure before applying and activating the device

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