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10. Remove the unit and the cuff from the returned patient.
11. Ask for the patient diary and ask the patient for any events, symptoms, observations or
complaints.
12. Start the software and select the proper recorder type.
13. Connect the device to the PC and transfer the collected data from the recorder to your
database.
In CardioVisions software select ABPM-05, ABPM-04 or BlueBP-05 from the device types
and click on Device/Read data from xxx, where xxx indicates the name of the selected
device.
If you have selected manual programming or the device was programmed from another
database, record patient information into the database after reading in data.
14. Analyze the blood pressure profile.
15. Create and print the report.
10. Batteries
The Meditech ambulatory blood pressure monitors operate either with normal batteries or
with AA rechargeable batteries. (ABPM-05/BlueBP-05: two 1.5V AA batteries or two 1.2V
AA rechargeable batteries, ABPM-04: four 1.5V AA batteries or four 1.2V AA rechargeable
batteries.) Use only standard long-life (alkaline) batteries, or standard NiCd or NiMH
rechargeable batteries of the proper size. Do not use lithium batteries. Do not mix different
battery types, do not mix new and old batteries. Never use batteries of low or unknown
quality or pre-used batteries, as they may not cover the power needs of the recorder, and they
may damage the recorder, or they may contain acidic electrolytes which may leak and corrode
electronic components. Never use batteries damaged in any way. Should the batteries run
down during a monitoring session, they can be replaced. Monitoring will continue and data
will not be lost. If you do not use the recorder, it is advisable to remove batteries since they
may run down due to the constant small power consumption of the integrated circuits of the
device. Data in the recorder are not lost even if batteries run down or are removed. Used
batteries may fall under the category of hazardous waste and should be disposed of properly.
Important! It is strongly recommended to use freshly charged accumulators or new batteries
with each patient so that batteries do not run down during monitoring, even in case of very
high blood pressure values and/or a long monitoring session. After inserting batteries in
Meditech ambulatory blood pressure monitors, it is advised to check their voltage before
programming them. Do not start a new monitoring session with low batteries. The typical
voltage for fully charged rechargeable batteries should be over 2,5 V (ABPM-05/BlueBP-05)
or 5,2V (ABPM-04), and for fresh alkaline batteries, over 3 V (ABPM-05/BlueBP-05) or 6V
(ABPM-04). It is possible to check battery voltage with the START button. (Please check the
Using the buttons topic for more details.)
Important! If a recorder is not used for a long period, the in-built backup cell, ensuring the
operation of the internal clock, may get discharged. In this case keep freshly charged batteries
in the recorder for at least one day; this will recharge the backup cell. It is possible to use the
recorder afterwards. If the backup cell is not properly charged, the internal clock may work
incorrectly, and the recorder may not start measurements in due time.
Two sets of rechargeable batteries and a charger are by default included in the complete set.
A set of properly charged, high capacity batteries will enable both recorders to perform 250
blood pressure measurements during a 24-48 hour long monitoring session. If you use
alkaline batteries, choose high capacity, long-life products to enable reliable operation.