Measuring Blood Pressure - Beurer BC 21 Mode D'emploi

5. Measuring blood pressure

Attaching the cuff
Blood pressure may vary between the right and left
arm, which may mean that the measured blood pres-
sure values are different. Always perform the meas-
urement on the same arm. If the values between the
two arms are significantly different, please consult
your doctor to determine which arm should be used
for the measurement. We generally recommend you
carry out the measurement on the left wrist.
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• Expose your left wrist. Ensure that the circulation
of the arm is not hindered by tight clothing or simi-
lar.
Place the cuff on the inside of your wrist.
• Close the cuff with the hook-and-loop fastener
such that the upper edge of the device is posi-
tioned approx. 1 cm underneath the heel of the
hand.
• The cuff must be fitted tightly around the wrist, but
Adopting the correct posture
• Before every measurement,
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• To avoid falsifying the measurement, it is important
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must not constrict.
relax for about 5 minutes. Oth-
erwise deviations can occur.
ou can take the measurement
while sitting or lying down. To take
your blood pressure, make sure
you are sitting comfortably with your arms and back
leaning on something. Do not cross your legs. Place
your feet flat on the ground. Make sure to support your
arm and bend it. Always make sure that the device is
at heart level during the measurement. Otherwise sig-
nificant deviations can occur. Relax your arm and the
palm of your hand.
to remain still during the measurement and not to
speak.