Tips On Taking Blood Pressure Measurement - scian LD-588 Instruction Manual

TIPS ON TAKING BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT

1.It is necessary to know that arterial blood pressure is subjected to
sharp fluctuations. The level of the arterial blood pressure depends on
many factors. Generally arterial blood pressure is lower in summer
and higher in winter. Arterial blood pressure changes with atmosphere
pressure and is affected considerably by many factors, e.g. physical
loads, emotional excitability, stress, meals, etc. Medicines, drinking,
smoking affects greatly the level of individual blood pressure. When
blood pressure is measured in hospital, the value is always higher
than that at home. The reason is the tensity and such case is especial-
ly serious in given group patients, which is known as 'White coat
effect' medically. Blood pressure will raise in low temperature, so it is
better to take blood pressure measurement in room temperature
(approximately 20℃). If this device was stored in low temperature, it is
necessary to leave it in room temperature for at least 1 hour, otherwise
the measurement can be inaccurate. Blood pressure does vary with
age and individual, and it is recommended to write down the readings
in blood pressure record daily, then you can check with your doctor to
find out what is "normal blood pressure" for you. .
The illustration is from British Hypertension Society
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