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The bar graph in the display and the scale on the unit indicate
the range of the blood pressure which has been recorded. If
the values for systolic and diastolic pressure are in two differ-
ent WHO ranges (e.g. systolic in the “high-normal” range and
diastolic pressure in the “normal” range) the graphic WHO clas-
sification on the unit indicates the higher range (“high-normal”
in the example described).
5.5 Resting indicator measurement (using HSD diagnostics)
The most frequent error made when measuring blood pressure
is taking the measurement when not at rest (haemodynamic
stability), which means that both the systolic and the diastolic
blood pressures are incorrect in this case. During blood pres-
sure measurement, the device automatically determines
whether the circulatory system is sufficiently at rest or not.
If there is no indication that the circulatory system is not suf-
ficiently at rest, (haemodynamic stability) is displayed and
the measurement can be recorded as a reliable resting blood
pressure value.
: haemodynamic stability
Measurement of the systolic and diastolic pressure is increased
when the circulatory system is sufficiently at rest and is a very
reliable indicator of resting blood pressure. However, if the cir-
culatory system is not sufficiently at rest (haemodynamic insta-
bility), the symbol is displayed.
In this case, the measurement should be repeated after a
period of physical and mental rest. The blood pressure meas-
urement must be taken when the patient is physically and men-
tally rested, as it will be the basis for a diagnosis and regulation
of the patient’s medical treatment.
: lack of haemodynamic stability
It is very probable that the measurement of systolic and dias-
tolic blood pressure has not been carried out at rest and has
therefore distorted the measurement.
Repeat the measurement after a rest and relaxation period of at
least 5 minutes. Go to a sufficiently calm and comfortable spot
and remain there calmly; close your eyes, breathe deeply and
evenly and try to relax.
Range of blood pressure values Systolic (in mmHg) Diastole (in mmHg) Measure
Grade 3: Severe hypertension >=180 >=110 Seek medical advice
Grade 2: Moderate hypertension 160 –179 100 –109 Seek medical advice
Grade 1: Mild hypertension 140 –159 90 – 99 Have it checked regularly by doctor
High-normal 130 –139 85 – 89 Have it checked regularly by doctor
Normal 120 –129 80 – 84 Check it yourself
Optimal <120 <80 Check it yourself
Source: WHO, 1999