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Sitting During Measurement:
1. Be seated with your feet flat on the floor without
crossing your legs.
2. Place your hand, palm-side up, in front of you on a
flat surface such as a desk or a table.
3. The middle of the cuff should be at the level with
your heart.
Lying Down During Measurement:
1. Lie on your back.
2. Straighten your arm along the side with your
hand palm side up.
3. The cuff should be placed at the same level
as your heart.
BODY POSTURE
Note: Blood pressure can be affected by the position of the cuff
and your physiologic condition.
