Prolife PA2 BT, Instruction Manual

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Common sources of error
NOTE:
Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same
conditions! In a state of physical and emotional rest.
•
Take a comfortable position, relax and do not toughen muscles of the
arm subject to measurements. If necessary, use a cushion for support.
•
The performance of an automatic blood pressure monitor can be iflu-
enced by extreme environmental conditions: high or low temperature,
humidity, elevation of the measurement point above sea level.
•
Prevent deformation and twisting of the cuff tube.
•
Improper (loose) fixation of the cuff on the arm causes false measure-
ment values.
Fixation of the cuff
Insert the connector into the cuff connection opening (as shown in Pic. 1) and
make sure that the connection is tight.
1.
Fix the cuff with Velcro fastener so that it
lies comfortably and fits snugly to your arm.
The distance between the edge of the cuff
and the middle of the elbow should be
about 1~2 cm .
1–2 сm
Chief
Artery
Picture 1
Connector Cuff
Cuff connection opening