Rossmax Analog Blood Pressure Machine & Stethoscope Set Black

About Blood Pressure

It is important that you consult with your physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well as the point at which you will be considered at risk. reference of blood pressure, keeping long term records is recommended.

For reliable monitoring and download the blood pressure log (chart for recording and tracking crucial info: date, time, blood pulse rate and body condition)

pressure, Applying 1. Place the the Cuff cuff over the

over your main artery.

bare upper arm, wrap it with the tube pointing your palm, and the artery mark at approximately 1.5 to 2.5 cm above the inner side of the elbow joint.

2. The edge of the cuff should be size is important for

3. Using the correct cuff

an accurate reading.

Measurement Procedures

1. Place the stethoscope head over the main artery, underneath the artery mark of the cuff. (Fig. ) , press the bulb and continue pumping to a value 20-30 mmHg above your normal

2. With the valve closed

blood pressure. (Fig. 2) 3. Open the valve to deflate the cuff gradually at a rate of 2-3 mmHg per second. (Fig. 3) as the systolic pressure, and the disappearance of these sounds as

4. Record the onset of

Korotkoff sound

diastolic pressure. After measurement is completed, fully open the valve to release any remaining air in the cuff. Note: 1. Sit upright in a chair, and take 5-6 deep breaths. Avoid leaning back while the measurement is being taken.