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9.Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure

Classification of Blood Pressure by the World Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) developed the Blood Pressure Classification shown in this figure.

Systolic blood pressure (mmHg)

					Severe hypertension
	180
	160		Moderate hypertension
	160
			Mild hypertension
	140
		Normal systolic value
	130	Normal blood
		Normal blood
	120	pressure
	120
		Optimal blood
		pressure						Diastolic
		(target value)						blood
	80			85	90	100	110	pressure
	80			85	90	100	110	(mmHg)
								(mmHg)

This classification is based on the blood pressure values measured on people in a sitting position in outpatient departments of hospitals.

Note: There is no universally accepted definition of hypotension. However, those having the systolic pressure below 100 mmHg are assumed as hypotensive.

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Contents Digital Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model M2 BasicContents Introduction General Usage Important Safety InformationGeneral Precautions Important Safety Information Overview Display Package Contents others Preparation Installing/Replacing the Batteries Battery Life & Replacement Sit upright with your back straight Correct PostureIncorrect Posture Applying the Arm Cuff Taking Measurements on the Right Arm Diastolic blood pressure Pulse display Taking a ReadingDuring measurement Arm cuff is too loose Movement or talkingUsing the Unit Instructions for Special Conditions Using the Memory Function To Delete the Value Stored in Memory Quick Reference Guide Error Display Cause Remedy Handling Errors and Problems Error MessagesAppears Continuously Blinks orProblem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingProblem Cause Remedy Maintenance Maintenance and StorageStorage Optional Parts Wide Range Cuff Medium Arm Cuff Arm circumference 22 42 cmLarge Arm Cuff AC Adapter S Technical Data Technical Data Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure?Systolic blood pressure mmHg Severe hypertension EU-representative ManufacturerProduction facility Subsidiary Handelsgesellschaft mbH