Procheck UAM0XB-H, Instruction Manual

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blood-pressure values lie between 90 mmHg and 95 mmHg, likewise, please consult your doctor.
Furthermore, regular self-checks will be necessary.
With blood-pressure values that are too low, i.e. systolic values under 105 mmHg and/or diastolic values
under 60 mmHg, likewise, please consult your doctor.
Even with normal blood-pressure values, a regular self-check with your blood-pressure monitor is
recommended. In this way you can detect possible changes in your values early and react appropriately.
If you are undergoing medical treatment to control your blood pressure, please keep a record of the level of
your blood pressure by carrying out regular self-measurements at specific times of the day. Show these
values to your doctor.
Never use the results of your measurements to alter independently the drug
doses prescribed by your doctor.
Table for classifying blood-pressure values (units mmHG) according to World Health Organization:
There are measures which you can take, not only for reducing a medically established high blood
pressure, but also for prevention. These measures are part of your general way of life:
A) Eating habits
• Strive for a normal weight corresponding to your age. Reduce overweight!
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
• Avoid fatty foods.
B) Previous illnesses
Follow consistently any medical instructions for treating previous illness such as:
• Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
C) Habits
• Give up smoking completely
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee)
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Range Systolic
Blood Pressure Diastolic
Blood Pressure Measures
Hypotension lower than 100 lower than 60 Consult your doctor
Optimal range between 100 and 120 between 60 and 80 Self-check
Normal range between 120 and 130 between 80 and 85 Self-check
High-normal range between 130 and 140 between 85 and 90 Consult your doctor
Mild hypertension between 140 and 160 between 90 and 100 Consult your doctor
Moderate hypertension between 160 and 180 between 100 and 110 Consult your doctor
Severe hypertension higher than 180 higher than 110 Consult your doctor im-
mediately