Correct Measurement Posture; Measurement Procedure - HoMedics BPW-370BT Instruction Manual

CORRECT MEASUREMENT POSTURE

1. Place your elbow on a table so that
the cuff is at the same level as your
heart as shown in Fig. A. Relax your
entire body, especially between
your elbow and fingers.
Note: Your heart is located slightly
below your armpit.
2. If the cuff is not at the same level
as your heart or if you cannot keep
your arm completely still throughout
the reading, use a soft object such
as a folded towel to support your
wrist as shown in Fig. B.
3. Turn your palm upwards.
4. Sit upright in a chair, and take 5-6
deep breaths.
Note:
• Avoid leaning back while the
measurement is being taken as
shown in Fig. C.
• This device should not be used
when your wrist is wounded or
injured.
Fig. A
Fig. B
(X)
Fig. C
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MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE

Important Notes:
• Position the monitor at the same level as your heart during
measurement to ensure accurate readings.
• Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in
constant fluctuation throughout the day.
• Blood pressure measurement can be affected by the
position of the user, his or her physiologic condition and
other factors. For greatest accuracy, wait 1 hour after
exercising, bathing, eating, drinking beverages with alcohol
or caffeine, or smoking to measure blood pressure.
• Before a measurement, it is suggested that you sit quietly for
15 minutes as measurements taken during a relaxed state
will have greater accuracy. You should not be physically
tired or exhausted while taking a measurement.
• During the measurement, do not talk or move your arm or
hand muscles.
• See page 26 for additional notes regarding your blood
pressure measurement.
If you are using this blood pressure monitor for the first time,
please remove the protective film from the screen.
1. Press the USER-SELECT button to choose User 1 or User
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START
STOP
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