Hypertension Indicator - Veridian Healthcare 01-514 Manual De Instrucciones

INTERPRETING YOUR RESULTS

hypertension Indicator

This unit features our unique Hypertension Indicator. The World Health Organization has
established globally accepted standards for the assessment of high or low blood pressure.
This chart can help you identify where your blood pressure measurements fall according to
WHO classification standards. This chart should only be considered as a guideline; always
consult with your physician to interpret your individual results. Never adjust your
medication(s) dosage, or severely alter your diet or exercise routine without consulting with
your physician.
The Hypertension
Indicator is
located on the
left side of the
display window
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Stage 3 hypertension
≥
Systolic pressure: 180 mmHg
r
≥
Diastolic pressure: 110 mmHg
Stage 2 hypertension
≥
Systolic pressure: 160-179 mmHg
r
≥
Diastolic pressure: 100-109 mmHg
Stage 1 hypertension
≥
Systolic pressure: 140-159 mmHg
r
≥
Diastolic pressure: 90-99 mmHg
high Normal
≥
Systolic pressure: 130-139 mmHg
r
≥
Diastolic pressure: 85-89 mmHg
Normal
Systolic pressure: ≥ 120-129 mmHg
r
Diastolic pressure: ≥ 80-84 mmHg
Optimal
<
Systolic pressure: 120 mmHg
r
<
Diastolic pressure: 80 mmHg