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 I
between 140 and
160
between 90 and
100
Consult your doctor
High blood pressure
- degree II
higher than 160
higher than 100
Consult your doctor
* Blood pressure range that might transfer to high blood pressure.
Adapted from JNC 2003
• Clean your blood pressure computer carefully only with a slightly moistened cloth.
• Do not use detergents or solvents.
• On no account must you immerse the computer in water, otherwise liquid can enter it and cause damage.
• Always store the blood pressure monitor in the storagecase.
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