What You Should Know About Blood Pressure - Braun iCheck 7 BPW 4500 Manual De Instrucciones

Intended use of the Braun iCheck ® 7
Braun iCheck ® 7 is a blood pressure monitor which has been developed for fast, accurate blood
pressure measurements from the wrist. This blood pressure monitor operates as stand-alone
device and automatically records your most recent readings. The recorded readings can be
downloaded later on your Smartphone for advanced trend interpretation.

What you should know about blood pressure

Blood pressure constantly changes throughout the day. It rises sharply in the early morning and
declines during the late morning. Blood pressure rises again in the afternoon and finally drops
to a low level at night. It may also vary over a short period of time. Therefore readings from
successive measurements can fluctuate.
This device will display your blood pressure reading referring to two values: the systolic and the
diastolic values. The systolic blood pressure (the upper number) indicates how much pressure
your blood is exerting against your artery walls when the heart beats. The diastolic blood
pressure (the lower number) indicates how much pressure your blood is exerting against your
artery walls while the heart is resting between beats. The pulse value is also displayed after each
measurement.
The ESH (European Society of Hypertension) and WHO (World Health Organisation) have set up
the following standard blood pressure values when measured with a resting pulse at home:
Blood
Too Normal
pressure
low values
(mmHg)
SYS = systole below up to
100 134
(upper value)
DIA =
below up to
diastole
60 84
(lower value)
For every measurement displayed on the screen, the
associated colour (from green to red) will indicate
the corresponding blood pressure level. You can use
this classification daily to help you understand your
blood pressure reading. If you are really concerned
by the classification, you should consult your doctor.
To ensure accurate measuring results, read the
complete instructions for use carefully.
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Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3
mild moderate severe
hypertension hypertension hypertension
135-159 160-179 ≥180
85-99 100-109 ≥110
SYS
(mmHg)
< 135
and
Green >
135-159
Yellow > or
160-179
Orange > or
Red > 180+ or
Safety information and important precautions
People suffering from cardiac arrhythmia, vascular constriction, arteriosclerosis in the extremities,
diabetes or users of cardiac pacemakers should consult their doctor before measuring their blood
pressure themselves. Deviations in blood pressure values may occur in such cases.
If you are under medical treatment or taking any medication, please consult your doctor first.
The use of this blood pressure monitor is not intended as a substitute for a consultation with your
doctor.
Key rules for accurate blood pressure measurement
Always take readings at the same time of day, under the same conditions.
Do not take a measurement within 30 minutes after smoking, drinking coffee or tea or any form
of exertion. These factors will influence the measurement.
Always measure on the same wrist. We recommend using left wrist.
Take off your wrist watch and jewellery before placing the monitor on the measuring arm.
Remove tight clothing from your arm.
If you want to take multiple measurements, wait approximately 3 minutes before repeating
a measurement.
Product description
On/Off button (also used for Bluetooth® pairing, see page 7)
A
Graphic display for measurements and indications
B
Instant read colour indicator
C
Battery compartment cover
D
DIA
(mmHg) Cuff
E
< 85
85-99
100-109
110+
(see Page 1)
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