HealthSmart 04-176-021 Manual De Instrucciones página 9

TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE READING
7. Upon reaching the proper inflation level, SLOWLY
AND STEADILY turn the air valve counterclockwise
at a rate of 2-3 mmHg per second.
8. As the pressure begins to drop,
carefully listen for the pulse
beat. Note and record the first
thumping sound heard. This is
your SYSTOLIC pressure.
9. Allow the cuff to continue to deflate.
You will hear changes in the sounds
and then no sound at all. When
you hear the last sound, note the
reading and record. This is your
DIASTOLIC pressure.
10. Rapidly turn the valve counterclockwise to deflate
the remaining air. Remove the cuff and record the
measurement on the recording chart.
NOTE: If you need to take another measurement, wait a
minimum of 15 minutes between readings to allow for the
blood vessels to return to normal. The wait time may vary
depending on your health.
CAUTION: Substitution of a component different from
that supplied might result in measurement error.
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at First Sound
at First Sound
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at Last Sound
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