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A. Place your elbow on a table
so that the cuff is at the same
level as your heart.
Note: The level of your heart is slightly
below your armpit.
Relax your entire body, especially
the area between your elbow
and fingers.
B. If the cuff is not at the same
level as your heart or if you can
not keep your arm completely
still throughout the reading,
use a soft object such as a
folded towel to support your
arm.
C. Turn your palm upward.
D. Sit upright in a chair, and take
5-6 deep breaths.
Note: Avoid leaning back or crossing
your legs while the measurement is
being taken.
Correct Measuring Posture
Fig. B
Fig. A
Fig. C
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