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When should blood
pressure be measured?
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Blood pressure may vary throughout the day, as shown below.
Therefore, the best time to test is when users can test regularly on a daily basis.
It is recommended to test at the same time each day under the same conditions.
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How frequently can tests
be done?
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The automatic blood pressure monitor applies pressure to the arm to measure
blood pressure. Consecutive testing may put a strain on blood vessel. Rest
for about 5 minutes between tests.
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s there any case that
I should not test?
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Automatic blood pressure monitor applies pressure to the arm to measure
blood pressure. If you had blood drawn or had an injection given in the
either arm, it is recommended to wait at least 1 hour before testing, or
measure with another arm.
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Can results vary
depending on the testing
environment and
temperature?
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BPBIO320/320n can operate at 5 to 40ºC (41 to 104ºF). However, if
the user feels that the temperature is low or high, this feeling makes the
blood vessels expand or contract, so it will ultimately affect the blood
pressure results. It is recommended to test in a stable condition in an
environment where no cold or heat is felt.
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The user will not be able to perform a natural and stable test if the user is
testing in a loud or distracted environment. It is recommended to test in an
environment free from noise and disturbances.
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The blood pressure values
are different at home and
at the hospital.
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The blood pressure may change:
- Within 1 hour after meals
- After having alcohol or caffeine
- After smoking
- After taking a bath
- After exercise
- After urination or defecation
- When testing in an unfamiliar location
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The blood pressure values
are different at home and
at the hospital.
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Blood pressure can change depending on the environment.
Test in the same environment when managing blood pressure.
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Psychologically, people ten to feel stable at home than at hospital.
Hospital-tested blood pressure tends to be higher than home-tested
blood pressure.
Blood pressure
values
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