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Taking blood pressure measurements
In «AMBULATORY» mode
Be sure the device is set to
«AMBULATORY» Mode
.
AMBULA
TORY HOME CASUAL
1)
Preparing measurement arm
– Remove
all clothing covering or constricting the
measurement arm.
2)
Positioning the cuff and device
– Fit the cuff
closely, but not too tight. Make sure that the cuff
is 2~3 cm (1 inch) above the elbow with the tube
on the inside of the arm. The measurement tube
should point upward and be mounted over the
patient’s shoulder.
*
Adjust the tube holder on the belt of the
pouch so it is properly positioned on the
shoulder. Attach the tube to the holder
so the tube goes up over the shoulder to
the other side of the body. An alternative
method is to use a waist belt.
AMBULA
TORY HOME CASUAL
*
Avoid rolling up long
sleeves, as this may
lead to constriction
of blood flow to the
measurement arm.
2–3cm
