Instructions For Use; Information On Blood Pressure; Intended Use - I.E.M. Heart Beat Instruction Manual

3 Instructions for use

3.1 Information on blood pressure

The circulatory system in our bodies supplies all organs and tissues with sufficient
oxygen and nutrients to meet their requirements. The heart acts as a pump to
keep the blood moving. It normally beats to a regular rhythm, 60 to 80 times a
minute. This is known as the heart rate or pulse rate.
Blood pressure is subject to a number of changes in the course of the day and
during the night. When sleeping, blood pressure is low. High to very high values
occur when we are agitated or in periods of physical exertion. The temporary
increase in blood pressure at these times is quite normal. It soon goes down
again.
Blood pressure is the result of contraction and relaxation of the beating heart.
The upper (systolic) and lower (diastolic) pressures can be measured.
Blood pressure readings are expressed in millimetres of mercury (mmHg).
The upper limit of the normal range for adults
(recommendations for the measurement of blood pressure from the
Deutsche Liga zur Bekämpfung des hohen Blutdrucks e.V., Heidelberg)
If we measure blood pressure regularly, we can learn a great deal about the way
our own bodies work and their reactions to outside influences.
We can therefore lead healthier lives!
Why not find out your own blood pressure patterns? Your doctor will certainly be
pleased to help.

3.2 Intended use

The "Heart Beat" is to be used in measuring pulse rate and blood pressure.
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To obtain accurate values, the watch should be worn on the wrist under any
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clothing. When taking a reading, it is important to hold it level with the heart.
The watch is suitable for wrists with a circumference of between 14 and 19.5 cm.
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The watch is suitable for measuring pulse and blood pressure in adults only.
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Never make any change to your current medication on the basis of the results
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you obtain. The assessment of results and decisions regarding subsequent
treatment can only be taken by the doctor.
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is 135 / 85 mmHg.