1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the BIOS Diagnostics
™
Premium Blood Pressure Monitor. Designed for convenient and
easy operation, this device provides a simple, yet accurate method to measure your blood pressure.
Your blood pressure is an important parameter that can be used to monitor your health. This device enables you
to monitor your blood pressure regularly, and maintain a manual record of your blood pressure measurements.
You can then use this record to assist your physician in diagnosing and maintaining a healthy blood pressure
level.
1.1 Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self-Measurement
• Blood pressure is the pressure of the blood flowing in the arteries generated by the pumping of the heart.
Two values, the systolic (upper) value and the diastolic (lower) value, are always measured.
• The instrument also indicates the pulse rate (the number of times the heart beats in a minute).
• Permanently high blood pressure values can damage your health and must be treated by your doctor!
• Always discuss your values with your doctor and tell him/her if you have noticed anything unusual or feel
unsure. Never rely on single blood pressure readings.
• There are many causes of excessively high blood pressure values. Your doctor will explain them in more
detail and offer treatment where appropriate. Besides medication, relaxation techniques, diet, weight loss
and exercise can also lower your blood pressure.
• Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor!
• Depending on physical exertion and condition, blood pressure is subject to wide fluctuations as the day
progresses. You should therefore take your measurements in the same quiet conditions and when you feel
relaxed! Take at least two measurements per day, one in the morning and one in the evening.
• It is quite normal for two measurements taken in quick succession to produce significantly different results.
• Deviations between measurements taken by your doctor or in the pharmacy and those taken at home are
quite normal, as these situations are completely different.
• Several measurements provide a much clearer picture than just one single measurement.
• Leave a small break of at least 15 seconds between two measurements.
• If you are pregnant, you should monitor your blood pressure very closely as it can change drastically during
this time!
1.2 Important Information
• If you suffer from an irregular heartbeat, measurements taken with this instrument should only be evaluated
after consultation with your doctor.
• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the frequency of heart pacemakers!
Refer to the following sections to learn about important safety instructions and how to take care of the BIOS
Diagnostics
™
Premium Blood Pressure Monitor.
1.2A Safety Information
• Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment. Your values must always be discussed with
your doctor or a physician who is familiar with your family history.
• If you are undergoing medical treatment and receiving medication, consult your doctor to determine the
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