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DISPLAY SYMBOLS
The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends the following
guideline for upper limit of normal for home blood pressure readings:
AHA Home Guideline for Upper Limit of Normal BP
Systolic Blood Pressure
135 mmHg
Diastolic Blood Pressure
85 mmHg
This is a general guideline because blood pressure depends on
age and morbidity. The AHA recommends a lower home blood
pressure goal for certain patients, including diabetic patients,
pregnant women, and patients with renal failure
1
.
The monitor is not intended to be a diagnostic device.
WARNING
Contact your physician for specific information about your blood
pressure. Self-diagnosis and treatment using measured results may be
dangerous. Follow the instructions of your physician or licensed
healthcare provider.
Omron Healthcare recommends you contact your physician if the
HEARTBEAT SYMBOL (
) appears on the display with your
measurement values. Follow the directions of your doctor.
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American Heart Association Scientific Statement 2004
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