Taking Your Blood Pressure Reading - Veridian Healthcare 01-5021 Manual Del Usuario

Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff
7. The bottom edge of the cuff should be positioned approximately
one inch above the elbow joint, Fig 5.
8. The cuff should fit comfortably, yet snugly around your arm. You
should be able to insert one finger easily between your arm and the
cuff.
The cuff size is suitable for use when the vertical
horizontal OK range. A different size cuff is needed if the
outside the OK range.
If you are not comfortable with applying your cuff, please seek the
assistance of another member of your household or work with your
physician to practice the cuff application. Incorrectly applied cuffs may
result in inaccurate readings.

Taking Your Blood Pressure Reading

Please read the preceding portions of this manual prior to taking your first
reading.
Reminder, it is important to avoid smoking, eating, taking medication, alcohol
consumption or physical activity 30 minutes prior to taking a reading.
1. Position the monitor on a flat, stable surface with the digital display in
view.
2. Insert the cuff tubing connector into the port on the left side of your monitor, Fig 1.
3. Rest your elbow on a solid surface with your palm facing upward. Elevate your arm so that the
cuff is at the same level as your heart, Fig 2. Relax your left hand.
NOTE: You can stop the inflation or deflation process at any time by
pressing the POWER button.
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