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Note: Do not be alarmed if an abnormal reading occurs.
each day over an extended period of time. Consult
your physican if test results remain abnormal.
A better indication of an individual's blood pressure
occurs after 2-3 readings are taken at the same time
Q: What is the difference between measuring blood pressure at
home or at a professional healthcare clinic?
A: Blood pressure readings taken at home are now seen to give a
more accurate account as they better reflect your daily life.
Readings can be elevated when taken in a clinical or medical
environment. This is known as White Coat Hypertension and
may be caused by feeling anxious or nervous.
Note: Abnormal test results may be caused by:
1. Improper cuff placement
Make sure cuff is snug-not too tight or too loose.
2. Improper body position
Make sure to keep your body in an upright position.
3. Feeling anxious or nervous
Take 2-3 deep breaths, wait a few minutes and resume
testing.
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Health Reminder
Hypertension is a dangerous disease that can affect the quality
of life. It can lead to a lot of problems including heart failure,
kidney failure, and cerebral hemorrhaging. By maintaining a
healthy lifestyle and visiting your physician on a regular basis,
hypertension and relative diseases are much easier to control
when diagnosed in the early stages.
Severe Hypertension
Moderate Hypertension
Mild Hypertension
High-normal
Normal
180
160
140
130
120
80 85 90 100 110
Diastolic
( mmHg )
Systolic
( mmHg )
Optimal
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WHO Blood Pressure Classification Indicator
The BSP-21 is equipped with a classification indicator based
on established guidelines from the World Health Organization.
The chart below (color coded on monitor unit) indicates test
results.
: Classification IndicatorBlood Pressure
mmHg
M
D
Severe Hypert ens ion
Moderate Hype rtension
Mild Hyperten sio n
High-n
Optimal
ormal
Normal
Mild Hypertension
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Blood Pressure Q＆A
Q: What causes different readings?
A: Blood pressure varies throughout the course of a day. Many
factors including diet, stress, cuff placement, etc. may affect
an individual's blood pressure.
Q: Should I apply the cuff to the left or right wrist? What is the
difference?
A: Either wrist can be used when testing, however, when
comparing results, the same wrist should be used.
Testing on your left wrist may provide more accurate results
as it is located closer to your heart.
Q: What is the best time of day for testing?
A: Morning time or any time you feel relaxed and stress free.
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