Question

Korotkoff sounds are used

• A. as a reference for sound level measurement
• B. for studying hard muscle functioning
• C. for BP measurement
• D. for study of heart valve functioning

Hint:

Korotkoff sounds are key indicators in auscultatory method of BP measurement.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Korotkoff sounds are the sounds heard through a stethoscope placed over the brachial artery during the measurement of blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer. These sounds indicate the systolic and diastolic pressure points.