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The results of the individual measurements
are not shown. Instead, you will be shown the
total result from the three measurements on
completion of the cycle.
Leave the cuff on your arm between the indivi-
dual measurements.
If the monitor detects that one of the individual
measurements in the cycle was unsuccessful,
a fourth measurement is automatically per-
formed.
The atrial fibrillation detection is active only
in the MAM mode. In the single mode, the
monitor screens only for simple arrhythmias
(without narrowing the results down to atrial
fibrillation).
3. Checklist for taking a reliable
measurement
Please read the enclosed flyer on the
“8 golden rules of taking the blood pressure”.
Avoid activity, eating or smoking immediately
before taking the measurement.
Sit down on a chair with a backrest and relax
for at least 5 minutes. Keep your feet flat on
the floor and do not cross your legs.
Always take your blood pressure on the
same arm (normally the left one). It is
recommended that doctors perform double
arm measurements on a patient’s first visit in
order to determine which arm to measure in
the future. Select the arm where the higher
blood pressure was determined.
Remove close-fitting garments from the upper
arm. To avoid constriction, shirt sleeves should
not be rolled up - sleeves do not interfere with
the cuff if they are laid flat (please take off any
heavy clothing, as it interferes with the signal).
Always ensure that the correct cuff size is
used (see on the cuff for size information).
· Fit the cuff closely, but not too tight.
· Make sure that the cuff is positioned
approx. 2.5 cm above the crook of the arm.
· The artery mark on the cuff (approx. 3 cm
long yellow bar) must lie over the artery
which runs down the inner side of the arm.
· Support your arm so it is relaxed.
· Ensure that the cuff is at the same height as
your heart.
