Beurer BC 16, Instructions For Use Manual

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The WHO classification in the display shows the range of
the measured blood pressure.
If the values for systolic and diastolic pressure are in
two different WHO ranges (e.g. systolic in the grade
hypertension range and diastolic pressure in the normal
range), the WHO classification on the unit always indicates
the higher range (grade
hypertension in the example
described).
Table for classification of blood pressure values (unit of measurement mmHg) for adults:
Range Systolic Diastolic Action
Hypotonia
(degraded blood pressure)
lower than 105 lower than 60 Check with doctor
Normal range between 105 and 120 between 60 and 80 Self check
Pre-hypertensive
blood pressure range*
between 120 and 140 between 80 and 90 Check with doctor
High blood pressure - degree between 140 and 160 between 90 and 100 Consult your doctor
High blood pressure - degree higher than 160 higher than 100 Consult your doctor
(*) Blood pressure range that might transfer to high blood pressure Adapted from JNC 2003
treatment based on the test results may be dangerous. It is
vital to follow your doctor‘s instructions.
WHO classification:
The World Health Organization (WHO) and National
High Blood Pressure Education Program Coordinating
Committee have developed a blood pressure standard,
according to which areas of low- and high-risk blood
pressure are identifi ed. This standard, however, is a
general guideline as individual's blood pressure varies
among different people and different age groups... etc.
It is important that you consult with your physician
regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal blood
pressure range as well as the point at which you will be
considered at risk.