Citizen CH-617 Manual De Instrucciones página 7

pressure. Also varies blood pressure in accordance with a variety
of conditions and so judgment is not possible on the basis of a
single measurement.
The blood pressure measured first thing in the morning after
getting up, before taking any food and with the subject still,
is known as the fundamental blood pressure. In practice it is
rather difficult to record the fundamental blood pressure, but to
come as near as possible to measuring the blood pressure in
an environment that is close to this, is why it is useful to take the
measurement at home.
A. WHO blood pressure classifications
Standards for assessment
of high or low blood
pressure without regard to
age, have been established
by the World Health
Organization (WHO), as
shown in the chart.
* Figure No.1
This chart is intended to be used as a guide in understanding
noninvasive blood pressure measurements. Please consult with
your physician for proper diagnosis.
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