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Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) Indicator
Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ( )
The appliance can detect irregular heartbeats.
When the appliance detects an irregular rhythm two or more times during
the measurement, the irregular heartbeat Symbol will appear on the
display with the measurement values.
An irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined as a rhythm that varies by more
than 25% from the average rhythm detected during the measurement.
If the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol displays often with your measurement
results, we recommend you consult your doctor.
Arrhythmia
Arrhythmia is a condition where the heartbeat rhythm is abnormal because
of defects in the electrical stimulation of the heart.
Typical symptoms are: skipped heartbeats, premature contraction, too
rapid pulse (tachycardia - atrial fibrillation) or too slow pulse (bradycardia).
A frequent appearance of the irregular heartbeat symbol could indicate
arrhythmia but this can only be determined by your doctor through a
specific test.
Self-diagnosis and self treatment are always dangerous, consult your
doctor.
Before Taking A Measurement
1.
Avoid eating,drinking alcohol or coffee, smoking, exercising and
bathing for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement.
2.
Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during
stressful times.
3.
The cuff can be applied to your left or right wrist. Always measure
your blood pressure on the same wrist. If there are high differences
between the two wrists ask you doctor which wrist you should use.
4.
Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
5.
Position the appliance at heart level throughout the measurement.
6.
Remain still and do not talk during the measurement.
7.
A single measurement does not provide an accurate indication of
your true blood pressure. You need to take several readings over
a period of time. Usually it is suggested to take 3 measurements
and calculate the average. Please note the appliance can calculate
automatically the average of last 3 measurements (L3). Please see
“Use the memory function”.
8.
Your blood pressure varies during the day. Try to measure your
blood pressure at the same time each day for consistency (for
example within one hour after waking up).
9.
It is normal for two measurements close in time to give even very
different values.
10. Wait 2 or 3 minutes between measurements. The wait time allows
the arteries to return to normal conditions.
11. Measurement taken by your doctor can be different from the
measurements you get at home as the situation is different.
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