Beurer BM 48 - Performing the blood pressure measurement; Evaluating results; Cardiac arrhythmia

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• You have 2 memories, each with 60 memory spaces to store
the measurements of 2 dierent people separately.
Performing the blood pressure measurement
• As described above, attach the cu and adopt the posture
in which you want to perform the measurement.
• Start the blood pressure monitor with the START/STOP
button . All displays will illuminate briefly.
• The memory space that will be used is displayed.
• The cu automatically inflates. The cu’s air pressure is
slowly released. If you already recognise a tendency for high
blood pressure, you should reinflate the cu and increase
the cu’s pressure again. As soon as a pulse is found, the
pulse symbol is displayed.
• Systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse readings are
displayed.
You can cancel the measurement at any time by pressing
the START/STOP button .
• Er _ appears if the measurement could not be performed
properly. Observe the chapter on error messages/trouble-
shooting in these instructions for use and repeat the meas-
urement.
• The measurement is automatically stored.
• To switch o the device, press the START/STOP button
If you forget to turn o the unit, it will switch o automati-
cally after approx. 1 minute.
Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement.
6. Evaluating results
Cardiac arrhythmia:
This device can identify potential disruptions of the heart
rhythm when measuring and if necessary, indicates this after
the measurement with the symbol . This can be an indica-
tor for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is an illness in which the heart
rhythm is abnormal because of flaws in the bioelectrical sys-
tem that regulates the heartbeat. The symptoms (skipped or
premature heart beats, pulse being slow or too fast) can be
caused by factors such as heart disease, age, physical make-
up, excess stimulants, stress or lack of sleep. Arrhythmia can
only be determined through an examination by your doctor.
If the symbol is shown on the display after the measure-
ment has been taken, repeat the measurement. Please ensure
that you rest for 5 minutes beforehand and do not speak or
move during the measurement. If the symbol appears
frequently, please consult your doctor. Self-diagnosis and
treatment based on the measurements can be dangerous.
Always follow your GP’s instructions.