Important Information About Performing A Blood Pressure Test; Before Measurement; Apply The Cuff Properly - MBH TD-3140 Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABOUT PERFORMING A BLOOD
PRESSURE TEST

Before Measurement

● Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol and tobacco for at least 30 minutes
before measurement.
● Wait for 30 minutes after exercising or bathing before measurement.
● Sit or lie down for at least 10 minutes before measurement.
● Do not measure when feeling anxious or tense.
● Take a 5-10 minute break between measurements. This break can
be longer if necessary, depending on your physical condition.
● Keep the records for your doctor as reference.
● Blood pressure naturally varies between each arm. Always measure
your blood pressure on the same arm.

Apply the Cuff Properly

1. Stretch your left (right) arm in front of you with your palm facing
up. Slide and place the cuff onto your arm, the arrow should point
toward the forearm.
2. Wrap and tighten the cuff above your elbow. The red line on the
edge of the cuff should be approximately 0.8" to 1.2" (2 cm to 3 cm)
above your elbow.
3. Leave a little free space between the arm and the cuff; you
should be able to fit two fingers between them. Clothing must not
restrict the arm. Remove all clothing covering or constricting the
measurement arm.
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