Beurer BM 60 - Manual (Page 20)

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• After the self test, during which all display elements are
briefly displayed, measurement begins. The pressure is
increased to 180 mmHg. If this pressure is insufficient, the
device automatically pumps an extra 30 mmHg.
• When the measurement has been taken, the remaining air
pressure dissipates very quickly. It displays pulse, systolic
and diastolic blood pressure as well as the resting indicator
(see Chapter 5.5).
• Now use the M1 and M2 memory buttons to select the
desired user memory. If you do not select a user memory, the
measurement is stored in the most recently used user mem-
ory. The relevant symbol M1 or M2 appears in the display.
• Using the start/stop button, switch off the blood pressure
monitor. The measurement is then stored in the selected user
memory. If you forget to turn off the device, it will switch off
automatically after approx. 3 minutes. In this case too, the
value is stored in the selected user memory.
• You can interrupt measurement at any time by pressing the
start/stop button . Wait at least 5 minutes before taking
another measurement!
5.4 Evaluating results
Cardiac arrhythmia:
This instrument can identify possible cardiac arrhythmia disor-
ders during measurement and if necessary indicates the meas-
urement with the icon .
This may be an indicator for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a condi-
tion where the heart rhythm is abnormal as a result of defects
in the bioelectrical system controlling the heart beat. The
symptoms (omitted or premature heart beats, slow or exces-
sively fast heart rate) may be caused, among other things,
by heart disease, age, physical predisposition, excessive use
of stimulants, stress or lack of sleep. Arrhythmia can only be
ascertained through examination by your doctor. Repeat the
measurement if the flashing icon is displayed after the
measurement. Please note that you should rest for 5 minutes
between measurements and not talk or move during the meas-
urement. If the icon appears often, please contact your
doctor. Any self-diagnosis and treatment based on the test
results may be dangerous.
It is vital to follow your doctor’s instructions.
WHO classification:
In accordance with the guidelines/definitions of the World
Heath Organization and the latest findings, the measurements
can be classified and assessed according to the following
table.
However, these standard values serve only as a general guide-
line, as the individual blood pressure varies in different people
and different age groups etc.
It is important to consult your doctor regularly for advice. Your
doctor will tell you your individual values for normal blood pres-
sure as well as the value above which your blood pressure is
classified as dangerous.