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2.2 Blood Pressure Measurement Tips
To help ensure an accurate reading, follow these directions:
• Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times.
• Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
• It is important to take measurements at the same times each day. Taking
measurements in the morning and in the evening is recommended.
• Remember to have a record of your blood pressure and pulse 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.
• Avoid bathing, drinking alcohol or caffeine, smoking, exercising and eating for at
least 30 minutes before taking a measurement.
• Rest for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement.
2.3 Applying the Arm Cuff
• The following steps are for applying the arm cuff to your left arm. When you take a
measurement on your right arm, follow the cuff wrap instructions for a right arm
use mentioned under “To take a measurement on your right arm” located at the
end of this sub-section.
• The blood pressure can differ between the right arm and the left arm, and the
measured blood pressure readings can be different. OMRON recommends to
always use the same arm for measurement. If the readings between both arms
differ substantially, check with your physician to determine as to which arm to use
for your measurements.
• Remove tight-fitting or thick clothing from your arm while taking a measurement.
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