Citizen CH-618 manual WHO blood pressure classifications, Variations in blood pressure

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as near as possible to measuring the blood pressure in an environment that is close to this, is why it is useful to take the measurement at home.

A. WHO blood pressure classifications

Standards for assessment of high or low blood pressure without regard to age, have been established by the World Health Organization (WHO), as shown in the chart.

* Figure No.1

B. Variations in blood pressure

Individual blood pressures vary greatly both on a daily and a seasonal basis. These variations are even more pronounced in hyper tense patients. Normally the blood pressure rises while at work and is at its lowest during sleeping period.

(Hyper tense: means a person who has high blood pressure symptom.)

The graph below illustrated the variations in blood pressure over a whole day with measurement taken every ¿ve minutes.

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Contents Page Page Contents Contents Medical Disclaimer Blood Pressure Monitor Intended UseWhy is it useful to measure blood pressure at home ? What is blood pressure ?Variations in blood pressure WHO blood pressure classificationsImportant information before use of the unit Healthcare professional before using the devicesPage Name of the parts Device descriptionAVG Description of display symbolsAttaching pressure cuff Changing batteriesMeasurement while sitting down Correct measurement positionLow Battery Symbol DefinitionsDefinitions Symbols Conditions Indication Setting Date and Time How to measureSteps to take blood pressure measurement Storing, recalling and erasing measurement data Cuff will deÀate immediately after a button is pressedTo change batteries Recalling dataMaintenance Limited Warranty Specifications 0197 Classification Weee Mark Distributed by N323101936 VER001