Applying Your Blood Pressure Cu - Veridian Healthcare 01-508 Serie Manual De Instrucciones

FITTING AND APPLYING YOUR CUFF
PROPER CUFF FIT AND PLACEMENT IS CRITICAL IN OBTAINING
ACCURATE BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENTS. PLEASE READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND CONSIDER CONSULTING WITH YOUR
PHYSICIAN FOR FURTHER DIRECTION.
Before applying your blood pressure cu , be sure your wrist is within the appropriate cu
range: Wrist Circumference Range Suitable for 5-1/2" – 8-1/4" (13.5 – 21.5 cm).
Reminder, it is important to avoid smoking, eating, taking medication, alcohol consumption or
physical activity 30 minutes prior to taking a reading.
If for any reason you are unable to or should not use your left wrist, please modify the
instructions for cu application to your right wrist. Your physician can help you identify which
wrist is best for you to take measurements from.
Applying Your Cu
1. Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry
that may interfere with cu placement.
2. Be seated at a table or desk with your feet at
on the oor.
3. Hold your left arm in front of you with your
palm facing upward.
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