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dISPLAY SYMBOLS
IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL (
)
When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm two or more times during the
measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol (
) will appear on the display with the
measurement values.
An irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined as a
rhythm that varies by less than 25% from the
average rhythm or 25% more than the average
rhythm detected while the monitor is measuring
the systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
If the irregular heartbeat symbol (
)
displays with your measurement results,
we recommend you consult your
physician. Follow the directions of your
doctor.
MOVEMENT ERROR SYMBOL ( )
The Movement Error Symbol ( ) is displayed if you move your body during the
measurement. Please remove the wrist cuff, and wait 2-3 minutes. Reapply the wrist
cuff and take another measurement.
The Canadian Hypertension Society (CHS) recommends the
following guideline for upper limit of normal for home blood
pressure readings:
CHS Home Guideline for Upper Limit of Normal BP
Systolic Blood Pressure
135 mmHg
Diastolic Blood Pressure
85 mmHg
Normal Heartbeat
Irregular Heartbeat
Pulse
Pulse
Short Long
Blood
pressure
Blood
pressure
