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Blood Pressure Q＆A
Q:
What is the difference between measuring blood pressure at
home or at a professional healthcare clinic?
A:
Blood pressure readings taken at home are now seen to give a
more accurate account as they better reflect your daily life.
Readings can be elevated when taken in a clinical or medical
environment. This is known as White Coat Hypertension and
may be caused by feeling anxious or nervous.
Note: Abnormal test results may be caused by:
1. Improper cuff placement
Make sure cuff is snug-not too tight or too loose.
2. Improper body position
Make sure to keep your body in an upright position.
3. Feeling anxious or nervous
Take 2-3 deep breaths, wait a few minutes and resume
testing.
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