Nantlife BP4.0 User Manual - page 6
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1.3.2 Cautions
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Excessive user movement may cause inaccurate readings
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All NantLife devices are designed to be compliant with rules
and regulations in locations they are sold and are labeled as
required.
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Any changes or modifications to NantLife equipment, not
expressly approved by NantLife void the user’s authority to
operate the device.
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Autoclaving, ethylene oxide sterilizing, or immersing the blood
pressure meter in liquid may cause inaccurate measurements.
1.4 Before taking a Measurement
General information about blood pressure
Your blood pressure fluctuates throughout the day. The American
Heart Association (AHA Scientific Statement 2004) recommends
the following guideline for upper limit of normal blood pressure
readings:
Systolic Blood Pressure 135 mmHg*
Diastolic Blood Pressure 85 mmHg*
* Your doctor should evaluate unusually low and high blood pres-
sure readings.
If you monitor your blood pressure regularly, you will discover more
about your body’s reactions to external influences (e.g. stress or
exercise), and you will be able to consciously develop a healthier
lifestyle.
Your healthcare providers want to get an accurate picture of your
blood pressure and chart what happens over time. Starting at age
20, the American Heart Association recommends a regular blood
pressure screening.
Your doctor will evaluate the data you have stored, once you share
it with her/him, and will immediately have a better overview of the
course of your blood pressure measurements. You will be control-
ling and supporting the monitoring of your doctor’s treatment.
To ensure a reliable reading follow these recommendations:
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Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, exercising, and bath-
ing for more than 30 minutes before taking your measure-
ment. Rest for 15 minutes before taking the measurement.
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Do not take measurement during stressful times.
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Remove tight-fitting clothing from the arm.
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Remain still and do not talk during measurement.
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Try to measure your blood pressure at about the same time
every day for consistency.
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Wait 3 minutes between measurements to allow the arteries
to return to normal condition.