Who Blood Pressure Classification Display; Attaching The Arm Cuff - Well Health WH-UAEBPM Manual De Instrucciones

WHO BLOOD PRESSURE CLASSIFICATION DISPLAY

Diastolic blood pressure
Reference material: journal of hypertension 1999. vol 17 No.2

ATTACHING THE ARM CUFF

1.Wrap the arm cuff around the upper arm, about (2-3) cm above the elbow, as
shown. place the cuff direct the skin, as clothing may cause a faint pulse, and
result in a measurement error.
2.constriction of the upper arm, caused by rolling up a shirtsleeve, may prevent
accurate readings.
3.Secure the arm cuff with Velcro Strip in such a way that it lies comfortably and is
not too tight. Lay the arm on the table(palm upwards) so that the arm cuff is at the
same height as the heart. Make sure that the tube is not kinked.
4. Measure your arm circumference for cuff selection, refer to"Specifications"
Grade 3 hypertension (severe)
Grade 2 hypertension (moderate)
Grade 1 hypertension (mild)
High-normal
Normal
Optimal
Arm cuff
(2-3)cm
Hose
Constriction of
the upper arm