Sunbeam 7689 - Manual (Page 4)

5) Do not be concerned with the results of one
measurement. Many measurements, record-
ed over a long period of time, will provide a
better indication of your blood pressure.
6) Please relax for 5 to 10 minutes before taking
another measurement.
7) Many factors can affect your blood pressure
such as exercising, eating, talking, moving,
nervousness, environment and temperature
changes. Emotional stress can cause an
increase in blood pressure. Daily fluctuations
of 25 to 50 are common.
Using a Wrist Unit
Taking your blood pressure at the wrist may
give different readings than from the upper arm
as is done in most doctor offices. Because of
the location of measurement and differences in
arterial diameters, a healthy person may see a
maximum difference oft/- 10 in both
systolic and diastolic measurements, versus
those taken with an arm unit with cuff.
Please note: Some individuals with hypertension,
diabetes, kidney disorders, arteriosclerosis or
poor circulation may see a significant difference
in blood pressure readings taken from the wrist
as compared to readings from the upper arm. It
is recommended that you consult with your
physician concerning the use of this monitor.