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Reduction of Risk Potential · Calculation · Analyze cues

A client's blood pressure is 120/60 mm Hg. What is the mean arterial pressure (MAP)?

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Answer: 80 mm Hg

MAP ≈ (SBP + 2 × DBP) ÷ 3 = (120 + 120) ÷ 3 = 80 mm Hg. A MAP of at least 65 mm Hg is generally needed to perfuse organs.

Source: Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing, 13th ed. (hemodynamic monitoring)

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