More and more people are becoming concerned about their blood pressure, and many families are equipped with electronic blood pressure monitors, but did you know that measuring blood pressure also depends on the way and method. To choose a certified medical electronic sphygmomanometer on the arm, and regular calibration. Use the correct measurement method, the blood pressure measured to have reference significance. Let's learn how to use the electronic blood pressure monitor correctly!
Is it possible to take blood pressure at any time?
Of course not. The best time to measure blood pressure is within one hour after waking up and urinating in the morning, without breakfast or antihypertensive medication.
What are the requirements for blood pressure measurement?
Blood pressure is measured in a seated position with your feet flat on the floor and heavy clothing removed and your body naturally relaxed with your palms up. The size of the blood pressure cuff should be suitable for your upper arm circumference, with the cuff airbag covering at least 80% of the upper arm circumference, the conventional cuff should be 22-26 cm long and 12 cm wide, and those with a large upper arm circumference (>32 cm) should switch to a large size cuff. Wrap the cuff flatly around the middle of the upper arm, with the height of the cuff at the same level as the sphygmomanometer and the heart, and the winding tightness so that 1-2 fingers can be inserted, while the lower edge of the cuff is about 1cm-2cm from the inner elbow joint. Keep quiet, relax your body and do not talk during the measurement.
Special tips.
1. no smoking, tea or coffee within 30 minutes before the blood pressure measurement.
2. After the activity, take a 30-minute break. Maintain calm breathing and avoid physical activity during blood pressure measurement.
3. When measuring blood pressure continuously, fix the time, site, position and sphygmomanometer.