Product Identification
Thank you for purchasing a MABIS Two-Party Blood Pressure Kit.
With proper care and use, your kit will provide you with many years
of reliable readings.
Lay cuff on a flat surface with the metal “D” ring to the left.The unit
can be assembled as outlined below:
Step 1:
Fold the right end of the cuff in half and insert the end of
the cuff through the metal “D” ring.
Step 2:
Attach the gauge to the tubing to the left..
Step 3:
Attach the inflation bulb to the tubing to the right.
Step 4:
Insert the single end of the “Y” tubing into the stem of the
chestpiece to form a stethoscope.
Step 5:
Remove the metal binaurals from the polybag and insert
the ends into the “Y” tubing.
Remember:
THE WHITE ARTERY PATCH, HOOK AND LOOP
MATERIAL WILL BE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE CUFF.
Note:
The adult cuff (Model 04-176-021) fits an arm circumference
of 10” – 14”. The large adult cuff (Model 04-176-026) fits an arm
circumference of 13” – 17”.
Product Assembly
General Blood Pressure Information
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the pressure that is exerted by blood flowing
against the walls of the blood vessels throughout your body.
Your heart, which is the center of the circulatory system, provides
the force for the blood to flow or circulate. When your heart
contracts or beats, the blood is forced through the blood vessels
increasing the pressure. This is the highest pressure in the cycle
or what is referred to as SYSTOLIC PRESSURE. In between
beats, your heart relaxes and your blood pressure decreases. This
is referred to as DIASTOLIC PRESSURE.
How is Blood Pressure Measured?
120/80
(systolic)/(diastolic)
Blood pressure is measured in millimeters (mm) of Mercury (Hg)
and is generally recorded with the systolic pressure (120) listed
first and the diastolic pressure (80) listed second. The numbers
are typically separated by a slash mark (/) as shown above.
Please contact your physician to discuss your ‘normal’ blood
pressure reading.
General Blood Pressure Information
What Influences Blood Pressure?
Many factors such as genetics, age, sex, altitude, physical activity,
anxiety, muscular development, certain medications or even the
time of day can influence blood pressure. Influences such as sleep
or relaxation decrease blood pressure, while anxiety or exercise
increase blood pressure.
Why Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home?
Home monitoring allows you to supplement your physician’s office
measurements. These home readings, when taken over a period of
time, can show an accurate indication of change. Furthermore,
your records can assist your physician in evaluating your health
and in making important decisions in the diagnosis and treatment
of your condition. Because of this, it is important to take consistent,
daily measurements.
IMPORTANT:
Prior to use, your physician or trained health care provider
should be consulted to determine your ‘normal’ blood
pressure, evaluate your technique using this unit and to
interpret your blood pressure measurements.
Helpful Hints for Accurate Readings
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Relax at least fifteen minutes before taking a reading.
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Always place the cuff directly on the skin. Remove any clothing
or jewelry that may interfere with the cuff placement.
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Make sure the cuff is snug, but not too snug. One or two fingers
should fit between the cuff and the arm.
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Make sure the stethoscope head is directly over the brachial
artery.
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Try to use the same arm for all readings unless instructed
otherwise by your physician.
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Deflate the cuff at 2 or 3 mmHg per second.
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Remain still with your palm up and arm extended keeping the
cuff at the same level as your heart.
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Smile and relax.
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Hook
Material
Loop
Material
Inflation
Bulb
Eartips
Metal
Binaural
Y-tubing
Gauge
Chestpiece
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Two-Party
Home Blood Pressure Kit
Instruction Manual
for models 04-176-021 and 04-176-026
Need help? Call our Toll-Free Customer Care Helpline
800-622-4714
To achieve the maximum benefit from your blood pressure
kit, we recommend that you first consult with your physician
or trained health care professional.
