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Taking 3 consecutive readings and averaging them can improve the reliability of blood pressure
measurement at home by a non-professional. This mode of use is especially recommended by
the American Heart Association (AHA).
Reference: Blood Pressure Measurement Instructions. Available on http://www.heart.org/idc/groups/heart-
public/@wcm/@hcm/documents/downloadable/ucm_445846.pdf (Last Visited Sept 21st 2016
- Rule of 3s: 3 readings recommended while sitting, resting, 3 days in a row: in the morning
before taking medications, 3 consecutive readings (MAM); in the evening after taking medica-
tions, 3 readings in a row (MAM). A single reading is not necessarily significant, especially in
terms of monitoring your blood pressure.
- Self-measurement of blood pressure: The monitoring targets, for a known hypertensive sub-
ject, using self-measurement at home, are different from those of the American Heart Associa-
tion (AHA, which establishes the classification of the blood pressure) and lower. These targets
are based on age and may vary depending on your condition.
General case: SBP* < 135 mmHg and DBP* < 85 mmHg
Age > 80 years: SBP* < 150 mmHg
Chronic renal failure: SBP* < 130 mmHg and DBP* < 80 mmHg
* SBP: Systolic Blood Pressure - DBP: Diastolic Blood Pressure
The figures above are for general, informational purposes only and they must be re-validated in each case with
a physician.
It is important to check your targets, especially in cases of serious illness or pregnancy.
3. FEATURES
- Oscillometric method
- Pressure sensor inserted in silicon
- Automatic blood pressure and rate measurement
- Heart arrhythmia detection
- Easy to use (one button to take measurements)
- Easy-to-adjust stiff armband
- Automatic switch-off
- Data transfer to Bluetooth 4.0 compatible mobile phones/tablets.
4. USE
4-1. DESCRIPTION
View diagram A page 2
1
Orange Marker
2
Bluetooth LED
3
ON/START button
4-2. INDICATIONS FOR SELF-MEASUREMENT
Self-measurement of blood pressure is recommended for:
- Patients starting antihypertensive treatment to determine its effectiveness
- Patients requiring closer monitoring regarding their consultation dates (patients with coronary
heart disease, diabetes and / or renal disease)
- Pregnant women looking to prevent preeclampsia
- Patients with cardiovascular risk
- People displaying high blood pressure in consultation, to eliminate a white coat effect or
confirm a real case of hypertension
- Elderly patients whose blood pressure variability is increased, and whose frequency of white
coat effect gradually increases with age
- People suspected to mask hypertension (not detected at the doctor)
- In case of resistant hypertension
4-3. CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR SELF-MEASUREMENT
Self-measurement of blood pressure is contraindicated on:
- People under 18 years
- Patients suffering from:
Atrial fibrillation or other serious heart condition such as a serious heart arrhythmia;
Anxious or obsessional disorders;
Elderly cognitive impairment (unless used by a third party);
Physical disability, Handicap
- An arm wearing a dialysis fistula, peripheral venous catheter: to avoid impaired functioning of
the fistula or the catheter, the formation of blood clots in the vein,
- An arm having undergone axillary lymphadenectomy. The increase of the pressure in nearby
blood vessels can lead to the swelling of the arms and hands (lymphedema)
- An Hemiplegic arm
- Obesity: Body Mass Index (BMI) > 30 (arm band unsuitable), arm perimeter > 12.99 in / 33 cm
4-4. PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE
- Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. Blood pressure measurements should only
be interpreted by a health professional who is familiar with your medical history.
- If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to determine the most appropriate
time to measure your blood pressure. NEVER change a prescribed medication without first
consulting with your physician.
- This device is designed for adults to use. if this device is used on a child patient, the elderly or
toddlers, consult with your physician.
- This product should not encourage self-medication or adaptation of your treatment.
- If there is too much pressure or you feel uncomfortable, please press ON/START button imme-
diately for quick deflation.
- Do not use this unit in a moving vehicle; this may result in erroneous measurement.