How To Take Proper Measurements; Before The Measurement; Fitting The Cuff - Medel ELITE Instrucciones De Uso

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4.3 Connecting Tube
Insert the connector into the socket of the cuff for cuff on the left side of the
meter (Pic.1)

5. HOW TO TAKE PROPER MEASUREMENTS

5.1. Before the measurement:

• Avoid eating, smoking as well as all forms of exertion directly before the
measurement. All these factors influence the measurement result. Try and find
time to relax by sitting in an armchair in a quite atmosphere for about 10
minutes before the measurement.
• Remove any garment that fits closely to your upper arm.
• Measure always on the same arm (normally left).
• Attempt to carry out the measurements regularly at the same time of day,
since the blood-pressure changes during the course of the day.
NOTE:
Cuffs that are too narrow or too short result in false measurement values. Select-
ing the correct cuff is of extraordinary importance. The cuff size is dependent
upon the circumference of the arm (measured in the centre). The permissible
range is printed on the cuff. If this is not suitable for your use, please contact
your dealer.
ATTENTION!
• Only use MEDEL original cuffs!
• A loose cuff or a sideways protruding air-pocket causes false measurement
values.
• With repeated measurements, blood accumulates in the respective arm,
which can lead to false results.
• Correctly executed blood-pressure measurements should therefore first be re-
peated after a 2-3 minute pause or after the arm has been held up in order
to allow the accumulated blood to flow away .

5.2. Fitting the cuff

1. Pass the end of the cuff (with sewn-in rubber stopper) through the metal
stirrup so that a loop is formed. The Velcro closer must be facing outwards.
(Ignore this step if the cuff has already been prepared.) (Pic 4)
2. Push the cuff over the left upper arm so that the tube points in the direction
of the lower arm. (Pic 5)
3. Position the cuff on the arm as illustrated. Make certain that the lower edge
of the cuff lies approximately 2 to 3 cm above the elbow and that the rubber
tube leaves the cuff on the inner side of the arm. (Pic 6)
4. Tighten the free end of the cuff and close the cuff with the closer. (Pic 7)
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