Elta BM122 Correct Body Posture During Measurement, Measuring blood pressure while sitting

Brachial

Artery

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CORRECT BODY POSTURE DURING MEASUREMENT

To obtain as accurate a reading as possible, always remember to hold the sleeve at the same height as the heart. If the sleeve is higher or lower than the heart this causes deviations from your actual blood pressure.

Measuring blood pressure while sitting:

•Place your elbow on the table or other surface.

•The sleeve should be at the same height as your heart. If necessary, place a cushion or a book underneath your lower arm. Keep your arm and the rest of your body in a relaxed position.

•Any exertion on the body, such as drinking, eating, talking, making or receiving telephone calls, etc., leads to incorrect measurements and should therefore be avoided.

DESCRIPTION OF THE SYMBOLS IN THE DISPLAY

Symbol in	Condition/ Cause	Corrective measures
the display

ERROR

This symbol appears when the pulse value is detected (blinking) together with a sound.

This icon appears when the batteries are almost empty or have been inserted incorrectly.

This symbol appears when an accurate measurement is impossible.

Replace all old batteries with new ones. Always observe the correct polarity (+ and -) of the batteries while inserting them.

Repeat the measurement. Make sure that the sleeve is attached properly and your body posture is accurate.

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