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14. People suffering from vascular constriction, liver disorders or diabetes, people with
cardiac pacemakers or a weak pulse, and women who are pregnant should consult
their physician before measuring their blood pressure themselves. Different values
may be obtained due to their condition.
15. To avoid cross contamination, do not share the cuff with an infectious person.
16. Prolonged over-inflation (cuff pressure exceed 300 mmHg or maintained above 15
mmHg for longer than 3 minutes) of the bladder may cause ecchymoma of your
arm.
17. The cuff should not be applied over a wound as this can cause further injury.
18. DO NOT attach the cuff to a limb being used for IV infusions or any other
intravascular access, therapy or an arterio-venous (A-V) shunt. The cuff inflation can
temporarily block blood flow, potentially causing harm to the patient.
19. The cuff should NOT be placed on the arm on the side of a mastectomy. In the case
of double mastectomy use the side of the least dominant arm.
20. Pressurization of the cuff can temporarily cause loss of function of simultaneously
used monitoring equipment on the same limb.
21. A compressed or kinked connection hose may cause continuous cuff pressure
resulting in blood flow interference and potentially harmful injury to the patient.
22. Check that operation of the unit does not result in prolonged impairment of the
circulation of the patient.
23. The monitor might not meet its performance specifications if stored or used outside
the specified temperature and humidity ranges in specifications.
24. If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to determine the most
appropriate time to measure your blood pressure. NEVER change a prescribed
medication without first consulting with your physician.
25. Do not use cell phones and other devices, which generate a strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields, near the device, as they may cause incorrect readings and
interference or become an interference source to the device.
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