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Preparation
Before measurement
Prompt of measuring place and measuring time
Blood pressure is affected by climate, emotion, exercise, sleep time, food or
other conditions. In addition, blood pressure tends to rise because of blood
vessel contraction due to low outdoor temperature in winter.
No measurement
shall be taken in
case of the right
circumstances
•Outdoor and cold places
•After exercise or showering
•Within 1 hour after meals
•After drinking
•Shortly after drinking caffeinated
beverages or smoking
•When feeling restless
•When experiencing signs of urination
or defecation
Measure in a room with stable temperature, and in a non-anxious and calm
state, take five deep breaths and relax for 4
~
5 mins before measurement.
As the blood pressure is affected by various conditions, it is difficult to judge
whether or not the blood pressure value is true if only one measurement is
taken.
It is necessary to measure 2 to 3 times to confirm the change.
It is closest to the blood pressure at night and basically with no
influence due to physical activities.
•Before breakfast
•Before taking medicine (in case of antihypertensive drugs, etc.)
•After urination
•Relax for 4
~
5 mins
The measured value is closest to the average blood pressure
in a day
•Relax for 4
~
5 mins
Before sleep
Within 1 hour
after getting up
Within 1 hour
after getting up
Before sleep
