MEASURING THE BLOOD PRESSURE
Before Measurement
Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol and tobacco at least 30 minutes before
measurement.
Wait 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 conditions.
Keep the records for the doctor as reference.
Blood pressure varies between each arm. Always measure your
blood pressure on the same arm.
Fitting the Cuff Correctly
1.
Connect the air plug of the tubing to
the air jack of the monitor.
2.
Assemble the cuff as shown. The
smooth surface should be inside the
cuff loop and the metal D-ring should
not touch the patient's skin.
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