Philips Patient Telemonitoring Set Instrucciones De Uso página 51

The procedure for measuring your blood pressure with the M3815B
Blood Pressure Monitor is as follows:
Step 1.
Step 2.
Step 3.
Warning Do not allow the air hose to kink or twist.
Step 4.
Note
The cuff should be snug but not too tight. You should be able to insert
two fingers between the cuff and your arm.
Make sure that your hand is open and relaxed with the palm up.
Remain still and do not talk or move your arm during the
measurement.
Step 5.
Note If it feels too tight or to stop the measurement at any time:
If you are concerned at any time about the measurement, contact your
healthcare provider.
Sit comfortably with your left arm resting on a flat surface and
your legs uncrossed. The center of your upper arm should be at
about the same height as your heart.
Put your hand through the cuff
and slide the cuff up your forearm.
Position the cuff on your upper
arm with the tube facing
downward and toward the inside
of your arm.
Fasten the cuff securely with the hook and loop fastener strap.
Press the START/STOP button.
All display symbols appear briefly and the display then changes as
the measurement begins.
The cuff starts to inflate to the correct level. It is normal for the
cuff to feel very tight.
– Press the START/STOP button.
– Take your blood pressure again.
Device Usage
Philips Telemonitoring Set
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