HoMedics BPM83 Manual Del Usuario página 3

Important Information before Use
1. Blood pressure measurements should only be interpreted by a physician or a trained health care professional who
is familiar with your medical history. Through regular use of this device and recording of your measurements, you
can keep your physician informed of the changes in your blood pressure.
2. Perform your measurement in a quiet place. You should be seated in a relaxed position.
3. Avoid smoking, eating, taking medication, alcohol consumption or physical activity 30 minutes prior to taking a
reading. If you are exhibiting signs of stress, avoid taking your measurement until the feeling subsides.
4. Rest 15 minutes prior to taking a reading.
5. Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry that may interfere with the cuff placement.
6. Keep the monitor stable during measurement to achieve an accurate reading. Remain still; do not talk during the
measurement.
7. Record your daily blood pressure and pulse readings on a chart.
8. Take your readings at the same time, each day or as recommended by your physician to get an accurate indication
of change in your true blood pressure.
9. 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 individual physiological characteristics.
10. Although such cases are rare, for those with an extremely weak pulse or irregular pulse, errors may result
which prevent proper measurement. If abnormal variations are noticed, consult with your physician or trained
healthcare professional.
11. This device is intended for adult use. While taking a measurement, you can stop the inflation or deflation process
of the cuff at any time by pressing the POWER button.
• Do not use in this case. (e.g. Device for use in an ambulance or helicopter, For use in the professional environment.)
• This product is suitable for use in the home healthcare environment.
• The performance of the device can be affected by extremes of temperature, humidity and altitude, Please refer to
the instructions for use.
CAUTION:
- Keep this device out of the reach of children. Strangulation resulting from baby or child entanglement in cables.
- Please keep this device away from pets, pests, and children.
- Avoid potential allergic reactions; please avoid the device in direct contact to patient's wound.
- No modification of this equipment is allowed.
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