A&D UA-774 - Manual (Page 12)

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Reference Material: Journal of Hypertension 1999, Vol 17 No.2
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Systolic blood pressure
Optimal
Normal
High-normal
Grade 1 hypertension (mild)
Grade 2 hypertension (moderate)
Grade 3 hypertension (severe)
What Is An Irregular Heartbeat?
Model UA-774 blood pressure monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse
rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat occurs. An irregular
heartbeat is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all
heartbeats during the blood pressure measurement. It is important that you be
relaxed, remain still and do not talk during measurements.
Note: We recommend contacting your physician if you see this
indicator frequently.
About Blood Pressure
What Is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries.
Systolic pressure occurs when the heart contracts. Diastolic pressure occurs
when the heart expands. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury
(mmHg). One's natural blood pressure is represented by the fundamental
pressure, which is measured first thing in the morning while one is still at rest
and before eating.
What Is Hypertension And How Is It Controlled?
Hypertension, an abnormally high arterial blood pressure, if left unattended, can
cause many health problems including stroke and heart attack. Hypertension
can be controlled by altering one's lifestyle, avoiding stress, and with medication
under a doctor’s supervision. To prevent hypertension or to keep it under control:
Do not smoke Exercise regularly
Reduce salt and fat intake Have regular physical checkups
Maintain proper weight
Why Measure Blood Pressure At Home?
Blood pressure measured at a clinic or doctor's office may cause apprehension
and can produce an elevated reading, 25 to 30 mmHg higher than that
measured at home. Home measurement reduces the effects of outside
influences on blood pressure readings, supplements the doctor's readings and
provides a more accurate, complete blood pressure history.
WHO Blood Pressure
Classification
Standards to assess high blood
pressure, without regard to age,
have been established by the
World Health Organization
(WHO), as shown in the chart
at the right.