Precautions For Use; Tips On Taking Your Blood Pressure - Nissei DS-137 Manual De Instrucciones

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

Do not use cuffs other than the original cuff contained in this merchandise.
Do not use this instrument without consultation with your doctor if you are under
dialysis therapy or on anticoagulants, antiplatelets or steroids. Use of this instrument
under such conditions could cause internal bleeding.
To avoid any possibility of accidental strangulation, keep this unit away from
children and do not drape AIR HOSE
For specific information on your blood pressure, contact your physician. Never
make any judgment on measurement results on your own.
Use of this device in areas near portable phones, microwave ovens or other
devices with strong electromagnetic field may cause malfunctions.

TIPS ON TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

Blood pressure is a measurement of the force exerted by the heart in pumping the blood
through the arteries and the resistance by the veins in this flow.
Blood pressure changes easily as influenced by mental and physical
factors and is never constant.
In general, blood pressure is highest during the working hours and gradually decreases
during the afternoon and evening hours. It is low during sleep and slowly increases at a
relatively fast rate after arising from bed.
Causes for Changes in Blood Pressure
• Body movement • Conversation
• Drinking Alcohol • Smoking
• Temperature • Changes in the surroundings such as movement or noise, etc.
Blood pressure measured at home tends to be lower than when measured
in a hospital, clinic or doctor's office.
When blood pressure is measured in a hospital, it could be higher than when measured at
home. This is because you are tense at the hospital and relaxed at home. It is important to
know your stable normal blood pressure at home.
Let a qualified physician interpret your blood pressure readings.
Depending on your age, weight and general condition, blood pressure can be slightly
different. Consult with your doctor on determining what blood pressure is normal for you.
around your neck.
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• Mental Tension • Emotions
• Recent Urination or Bowel Movement
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Blood pressure changes shown below.
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
(severe)
180~
• Meals
(moderate)
160~179
(mild)
140~159
High Normal
130~139
Normal
120~129
~120
SYS
mmHg
80
DIA
Blood pressure classification by WHO
Upper arm blood pressure date.
Systolic
Diastolic
Time
80 85 90 100 110
84 89 99 109
(1999)