HoMedics IB-BPW060A - Manual (Page 4)

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on
the artery walls while blood flows through
the arteries. The pressure measured when
the heart contracts and sends blood out
of the heart is systolic (highest) blood
pressure. The pressure measured when
the heart dilates with blood flowing back
into the heart is called diastolic (lowest)
blood pressure.
Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?
Among today’s various health problems,
those associated with high blood pressure
are very common. High blood pressure
dangerously correlates with cardiovascular
diseases. Therefore, blood pressure
monitoring is important for identifying those at
risk.
• Do not wrap the cuff around body parts
other than your wrist.
• This unit is intended for use in
measuring the blood pressure and pulse
rate of adults. Do not use this device
on infants or those who cannot express
their own consent. This unit should not
be operated by children.
• Use only 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries for
power supply.
Blood pressure measurements determined
with this device are equivalent to those
obtained by a trained observer using
the cuff/stethoscope auscultatory
method, within the limits prescribed
by the American National Standard,
Manual, electronic, or automated
sphygmomanometers.