KNOW YOUR DEVICE
10
Before Taking a Measurement
To help ensure an accurate reading, follow these directions:
1. Avoid bathing, drinking alcohol or caffeine, smoking,
exercising and eating for
30 minutes before taking a measurement. Rest for a
t least 15 minutes before
taking the measurement.
2. Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful
times.
3. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
4. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your arm.
5. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Rest your arm on a table so that
the ar
m cuff is at the same level as your heart.
6. Remain still and do not talk during the measurement.
7. Keep a record of your blood pressure and pu
lse readings for your physician.
A single measurement does not provide an accurate indication of your true
blood pressure. You need to take and record several readings over a period
of time. Try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day for
consistency.
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