Correct Posture For Measurement; Assembly The Cuff - scian LD-588 Instruction Manual

CORRECT POSTURE FOR MEASUREMENT

1.Sit at the table and let the table support your
arm as you take the measurement. Make sure
that the cuff on the upper arm is at approxi-
mately the same level as the heart, and that
the forearm is extended naturally on the table;
2.You may lie on your back and take measure-
ment.
Look at the ceiling, keep calm, and don't move
your neck or body during the measurement.
Make sure that the cuff on the upper arm is at
approximately the same level as the heart.

ASSEMBLY THE CUFF

1.Insert the edge of the cuff approximately 5
centimeters into the D-ring as shown in
figure.
2.Put the cuff on the left upper arm with the
tube pointing to the direction of palm. If
measurement on your left arm is difficult, you
can use right arm for measurement. In this
case, it is necessary to know that the
readings may differ about 5-10 mmHg
between left arm and right arm.
3.Wrap cuff around your upper arm with the
lower edge of the cuff approximately 2-3
centimeters above the elbow. The mark
<ARTERY> must be over the artery of the
arm.
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