Evaluating Results - Beurer BM 47 Manual De Instrucciones

• _ appears if the measurement has not been performed
properly. Take note of the chapter on error messages/
trouble-shooting in these instructions for use and repeat
the measurement.
• The measurement is automatically stored.
• To switch off, press the START/STOP button
If you forget to turn off the unit, it will switch off automati-
cally after approx. 1 minute.
Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement.

6. Evaluating results

Cardiac arrhythmia:
This unit can identify potential disruption of the heart rhythm
when measuring and if necessary, indicates this after the
measurement with the symbol
for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is an illness in which the heart
Blood pressure value category
Grade 3: severe hypertension
Grade 2: moderate hypertension
Grade 1: mild hypertension
High normal
Normal
Optimal
Source: WHO, 1999
.
. This can be an indicator
Systole (in mmHg)
> = 180
160 – 179
140 – 159
130 – 139
120 – 129
< 120
rhythm is abnormal because of flaws in the bioelectrical
system that regulates the heartbeat. The symptoms (skipped
or premature heart beats, pulse being slow or too fast) can
be caused by factors such as heart disease, age, physical
make-up, excess stimulants, stress or lack of sleep. Ar-
rhythmia can only be determined through an examination by
your doctor. If the symbol
the measurement has been taken, it should be repeated.
Please ensure that you rest for 5 minutes beforehand and do
not speak or move during the measurement. If the symbol
appears frequently, please consult your doctor. Self-
diagnosis and treatment based on the measurements can be
dangerous. Always follow your GP's instructions.
WHO classification:
In accordance with the guidelines/definitions of the World
Heath Organization and the latest findings, the measure-
Diastole (in mmHg) Action
> = 110
100 – 109
90 – 99
85 – 89
80 – 84
< 80
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is shown on the display after
seek medical attention
seek medical attention
regular monitoring by doctor
regular monitoring by doctor
self-monitoring
self-monitoring