HoMedics BPW-930BT Manual page 17

RISK CATEGORY INDEX
This monitor comes equipped with a Risk Category Index that automatically
compares each reading to defined levels established by the American Heart
Association® (AHA 2017) as described earlier in this manual, and provides a
helpful cue
if
your reading falls into one of the stages that could potentially
indicate increased risk. Please note that the cues provided by this monitor
are only intended to assist you in using this table.
The table and cues are only provided for convenience to help you
understand your non-invasive blood pressure reading as it relates
to the AHA 2017 information. They are not a substitute for a medical
examination or diagnosis by your physician. It is important for you to
consult your physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal
blood pressure range as well as the point at which you may actually be
considered to be at risk.
Blood Pressure Category
Systolic mmHg Diastolic mmHg Indicator
(upper number) (lower number) Symbol
Normal
<120
and
<80
Elevated 120- 129
and
<80
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High Blood Pressure
130 139
or 80- 89
CD
(hypertension) Stage 1
High Blood Pressure
140- 180
or
90 -120
0
(hypertension) Stage 2
Hypertensive Crisis
>180 and/or
>120
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(consult your doctor immediately)
*Source: American Heart Association® (AHA) 2017