Important Information About Performing A Blood Pressure Test; Before Measurement; Apply The Cuff Properly - ForaCare TN'G BP Manual Del Propietário

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
PERFORMING A BLOOD PRESSURE
TEST

Before Measurement

● Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol and tobacco for at least 30 minutes before
measurement.
● Wait for 30 minutes after exercising or bathing before measurement.
● Sit or lie down for at least 10 minutes before measurement.
● Do not measure when feeling anxious or tense.
● Take a 5-10 minute break between measurements. This break can be
longer if necessary, depending on your physical condition
● Keep the records for your doctor as reference.
● Blood pressure naturally varies between each arm. Always measure
your blood pressure on the same arm.

Apply the Cuff Properly

1. Stretch your left (right) arm in front of you with your palm facing up.
Slide and place the cuff onto your arm, the arrow should point toward the
upper arm.
2. Wrap and tighten the cuff above your elbow. The red line on the edge
of the cuff should be approximately 0.8" to 1.2" (2 cm to 3 cm) above
your elbow.
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