Product Identification
Thank you for purchasing a HealthSmart Self-Taking Blood Pressure Kit.
With proper care and use, your kit will provide you with many years of
reliable readings.
Lay cuff on a flat surface with the metal “D” ring to the left and the
metal chestpiece facing up.The unit can be assembled as outlined
below:
Step 1:
Fold the right end of the cuff over the chestpiece and insert
the end of the cuff through the metal “D” ring.
Step 2:
Insert the single end of the “Y” tubing into the stem of the
chestpiece to form a stethoscope.
Step 3:
Remove the metal binaurals from the polybag and insert the
ends into the “Y” tubing.
Step 4:
Attach the gauge to the tubing to the left of the stethoscope.
Step 5:
Attach the inflation bulb to the tubing to the right of the
stethoscope.
NOTE:
THE WHITE ARTERY PATCH WILL BE ON THE OUTSIDE AND THE
CHESTPIECE IS ON THE INSIDE OF THE CUFF. Also, if folded correctly, the
hook and loop material will be on the outside of the cuff.
The adult cuff (Model 04-174-021) fits an arm circumference of 10” – 14”.
The large adult cuff (Model 04-174-026) fits an arm circumference of
13” – 17”.
Product Assembly
General Blood Pressure Information
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the pressure that is exerted by blood flowing against
the walls of the blood vessels throughout your body.
Your heart, which is the center of the circulatory system, provides the
force for the blood to flow or circulate. When your heart contracts or
beats, the blood is forced through the blood vessels increasing the
pressure. This is the highest pressure in the cycle or what is referred to
as SYSTOLIC PRESSURE. In between beats, your heart relaxes and your
blood pressure decreases. This is referred to as DIASTOLIC PRESSURE.
How is Blood Pressure Measured?
120/80
(systolic)/(diastolic)
Blood pressure is measured in millimeters (mm) of Mercury (Hg) and is
generally recorded with the systolic pressure (120) listed first and the
diastolic pressure (80) listed second. The numbers are typically
separated by a slash mark (/) as shown above.
Please contact your physician to discuss your “normal” blood pressure
reading.
General Blood Pressure Information
What Influences Blood Pressure?
Many factors such as genetics, age, sex, altitude, physical activity,
anxiety, muscular development, certain medications or even the time of
day can influence blood pressure. Influences such as sleep or relaxation
decrease blood pressure, while anxiety or exercise increase blood
pressure.
Why Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home?
Home monitoring allows you to supplement your physician’s office
measurements. These home readings, when taken over a period of
time, can show an accurate indication of change. Furthermore, your
records can assist your physician in evaluating your health and in
making important decisions in the diagnosis and treatment of your
condition. Because of this, it is important to take consistent, daily
measurements.
IMPORTANT:
Prior to use, your physician or trained health care provider should be
consulted to determine your “normal” blood pressure, evaluate your
technique using this unit and to interpret your blood pressure
measurements.
Helpful Hints for Accurate Readings
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Relax at least fifteen minutes before taking a reading.
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Always place the cuff directly on the skin. Remove any clothing or
jewelry that may interfere with the cuff placement.
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Make sure the cuff is snug, but not too snug. One or two fingers
should fit between the cuff and the arm.
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Make sure the stethoscope head is directly over the brachial artery.
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Try to use the same arm for all readings unless instructed
otherwise by your physician.
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Deflate the cuff at 2 or 3 mmHg per second.
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Remain still with your palm up and arm extended keeping the cuff
at the same level as your heart.
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Smile and relax.
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Hook
Material
Loop
Material
Inflation
Bulb
Eartips
Metal
Binaural
Y-tubing
Gauge
Instruction Manual
Self-Taking
Home Blood Pressure Kit
Item # 04-174-021 & 04-174-026
Please read this guidebook
completely before operating this unit.
