User's Manual

EN
8
PREPARING TO TAKE BLOOD PRESSURE
MEASUREMENT
You can choose to take your blood pressure while sitting
or lying down. Below are some helpful tips for taking a
measurement:
• Be sure to set the clock before taking your rst
measurement, or whenever you replace the batteries, so
that the date and time are stored in the memory with your
history. For instructions, refer to “Setting date and time”
section.
• It is important to relax when taking your blood pressure.
Try to take a 15-minute rest before you begin.
• Do not lean backward or bend your wrist inward while
taking a measurement.
• Avoid talking or moving your ngers and hand while
taking a measurement. Rapid movements or other
activities may alter your reading.
• Wait at least an hour before taking your blood pressure
if you have just eaten a large meal.
• Do not smoke or drink alcohol before taking your blood
pressure.
• Do not measure your blood pressure if you are under
stress.
• Wait at least 3 minutes between measurements. This
allows your blood circulation to recover.
• For a meaningful comparison, try to measure under
similar conditions. For example, take daily measurements
at approximately the same time, on the same wrist, or as
directed by a physician.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT
1. Choose the position from which you wish to measure
- sitting or lying down.
2. Position your body so that your wrist is parallel with your
heart, using the chart and illustrations below as a guide.
IF YOU
ARE...
THEN...
Sitting
down
with an
armrest
Place your elbow on a table, using an object
as a support under your forearm. Your wrist
should be parallel to your heart, with the palm
facing up.
Sitting
down
with no
armrest
Place your arm across your chest with the
wrist parallel to your heart. Hold your elbow
with the other hand.
Lying
down
Position your wrist on a support, cushion, or
your thigh so that it is parallel with your heart
with the palm facing up.
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