4.2A Tips On Taking Accurate Measurements
In the morning before
breakfast, 2 hours after
dinner, before taking
medication
Avoid coffee and smoking
Within the hour, and no
exercise 30 minutes before
measuring.
Do not speak
while taking the
measurement.
Sit with legs uncrossed
so as not to restrict
blood flow.
Empty bladder (if
necessary).
Rest quietly for 5
minutes. Remain calm
and quiet while the
measurement is in
process.
Take measurements on
the non dominant arm.
Sit with back supported
and measurement arm
resting on a table. Sit with
feet flat on the floor.
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