Kinetik Blood Pressure BPM1KTL - Manual (Page 16)

Using your Blood Pressure Monitor
What the results mean
a. The LCD screen will automatically display the systolic and diastolic pressure
reading in mmHg and the pulse rate in pulse/min after each measurement.
b. Record the date, time, systolic reading, diastolic reading and pulse rate on
your record card which you will find in the back of the user manual (including
anything which may have influenced your blood pressure reading e.g. stress,
anxiety). This will help you monitor trends. Please take this record card with
you on your visits to your doctor or healthcare professional.
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Measurements should ideally be taken at the same time, under the same conditions and in the same position each time.
Please be aware that blood pressure can fluctuate since it responds to minute changes in the body. It is unusual to
continuously remain at the same value, hence it is recommended that the blood pressure be determined based on an
average of multiple measurements. If you experience a higher than normal reading, do not panic as this can happen. Relax
and take a break for at least 10 minutes before measuring your blood pressure again. Low blood pressure (Hypotension)
and high blood pressure (Hypertension) can only be diagnosed by a qualified healthcare professional, such as a doctor or
pharmacist. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact your pharmacist or healthcare professional.
To get an accurate value:
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Measure one hour after eating and avoid measuring immediately after bathing.
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Measure one hour after smoking or drinking alcohol/coffee.
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Relax for 10-20 minutes before taking a measurement and remain relaxed whilst measuring.
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Do not move or talk during measurement, as this will affect the accuracy.
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