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3. Measurement Procedure
ATTENTION
• Find time to relax by sitting in a quiet atmosphere for some
time before measurement.
• Efforts by the patient to support the arm can increase the
blood pressure. Make sure you are in a comfortable, relaxed
position and do not activate any muscles in the arm during
measurement.
• Always measure on the same arm (normally left).
• Remove any garment that fits closely to your upper arm. Do
not roll the sleeve since it can squeeze your hand and this can
lead to false results.
• Use only clinically approved original cuff
• If you want to follow the results of your blood pressure meas
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urements, always perform measurements at the same time of
tne day, since blood pressure changes during the course of
the day.
• Measurements should be done after a 5 minute rest to ensure
accuracy.
3.1. Fitting the cuff
1. Pass the end of the cuff through the flat
metal ring so that a loop is formed, and the
velcro faсes outwards.
2. Place the cuff over the left upper arm
so that tube is closer to your lower arm.
3. Lay the cuff on the arm so that the low
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er edge of the cuff lies approximately 2 to 3
cm above the elbow.
2-3cm
