Oregon Scientific Wrist Blood Pressure MOnitor BPW129 - Manual (Page 8)

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EN
TAKING A BLOOD PRESSURE
MEASUREMENT
You can choose to take your blood pressure while sitting or lying
down.
Helpful Tips for taking a measurement:
· Be sure to set the clock before taking your first measurement, or
whenever you replace the batteries, so that the date and time are
stored in the memory with your history. For instructions, refer to
page 6.
· It is important to relax when taking your blood pressure. Try to take
a 15-minute rest before you begin.
· Do not lean backward or bend your wrist inward while taking a
measurement.
· Avoid talking or moving your fingers and hand while taking a
measurement. Rapid movements or other activities may alter your
reading.
· Wait at least one hour before taking your blood pressure if you
have just eaten a large meal.
· Do not smoke or drink alcohol before taking your blood pressure.
· Do not measure your blood pressure if you are under stress.
· Wait at least 3 minutes between measurements. This allows your
blood circulation to recover.
· For a meaningful comparison, try to measure under similar
conditions. For example, take daily measurements at approximately
the same time, on the same wrist, or as directed by a physician.
· To stop the measurement process at any time, press the ON button.
· The main unit automatically switches off 1 minute after taking a
measurement. To save the battery life, press the ON button as
soon as you are finished.
To take a measurement:
1. Choose the position you from which you wish to measure
– sitting or lying down.
2. Position your body so that your wrist is parallel with your
heart, using the chart and illustrations below as a guide.
IF you are… THEN…
Sitting down with
an armrest
Sitting down with
no armrest
Measurement Reading
becomes lower
Correct measurement po-
sition
Measurement reading
becomes higher
Place your elbow on a table, using
the plastic storage case or other
object as a support under your
forearm. Your wrist should be parallel
with your heart with the palm facing
up.
Place your arm across your chest
with the wrist parallel to your heart.
Hold your elbow with the other hand.