Microlife BP AG1-30 - Performing a Measurement; Pre-Measurement Preparation; Common Measurement Errors; Cuff Application Technique

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4. Carrying out a measurement
4.1. Before the measurement
• Avoideating,smokingaswellasallformsofexertiondirectlybeforethemeasurement.All
these factors influence the measurement result. Try and find time to relax by sitting in an
armchair in a quite atmosphere for about ten minutes before the measurement.
• Removeanygarmentthatfitscloselytoyourupperarm.
• Measurealwaysonthesamewrist(normallyleft).
• Attempttocarryoutthemeasurementsregularlyatthesametimeofday,sincetheblood
pressure changes during the course of the day.
4.2. Common sources of error
Note: Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions! These are
normally always quiet conditions.
• Alleffortsbythepatienttosupportthearmcanincreasethebloodpressure.Makesureyou
are in a comfortable, relaxed position and do not activate any of the muscles in the measu-
rement arm during the measurement. Use a cushion for support if necessary.
• Ifthearmarteryliesconsiderablylower(higher)thantheheart,anerroneouslyhigher(lower)
blood pressure will be measured! (Each 15 cm difference in height results in a measurement
error of 10 mmHg!)
• Cuffsthataretoonarrowortooshortresultinfalsemeasurementvalues.Selectingthecorrect
cuff is of extraordinary importance. The cuff size is dependent upon the circumference of the arm
(measured in the centre). The permissible range is printed on the cuff. If this is not suitable for
your use, please contact your dealer. Note: Only use clinically approved Original-Cuffs!
• Aloosecufforasidewaysprotrudingairpocketcausesfalsemeasurementvalues.
4.3. Fitting the cuff
a) Push the cuff over the left upper arm so that the tube
points in the direction of the lower arm.