Important information before
using the unit
•Blood pressure measurements should be interpreted by a physician or trained health professional who is familiar with one's medical history. By using the unit regularly and recording the results for the physician to interpret, one can keep the physician informed of the continuing trends in one's blood pressure.
•Sit quietly for about 10 minutes. This will allow your body to return to its normal resting state.
•Wrap the cuff snug around your upper arm and lay your arm on a flat surface at the same level as your heart. Your feet should be flat on the floor.
•Do not move the device during the taking of a measurement; this may cause an inaccurate measurement.
•Perform the measurement in a quiet environment, in a relaxed posi- tion at room temperature. For consistency, we recommend using the same arm (left arm if possible) and testing around the same time each day.
Important information before
using the unit
•If taking multiple measurements, please allow 10 minutes between measurements. This will allow your blood ves- sels to return to their normal state.
•If you have consumed beverages containing caffeine or have smoked, please allow 30 - 45 minutes before taking your measurement.
• Do not place the cuff over a jacket or sweater sleeve; it must be wrapped around your exposed upper arm.
• Keep in mind that blood pressure naturally varies from time to time throughout the day and is affected by many different factors, such as smoking, alcohol consumption, medication, and physical activity.
•Blood pressure measurements taken with this unit are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard for Electronic or Automated Sphygmomanometers.
•Make sure the cuff plug is attached to the monitor as shown above.
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