LifeSource UA-787W - Manuel (Page 22)

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
Establishing Baseline Measurements
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The most important method to get an accurate blood pressure measurement
is consistency. To get the most benefit out of your monitor, it is important to
establish a “baseline measurement.” This helps build a foundation of measure-
ments that you can use to compare against future readings. To build this baseline
measurement, devote two weeks for consistent blood pressure monitoring. This
involves doing everything the same way when you measure (e.g. measuring dur-
ing the same time of day, in the same location, sitting in the same chair, using
the same cuff, etc.). Once you establish your baseline measurement, you can
start evaluating if your measurement has been affected based on things lifestyle
changes or medication treatment.
how Do I Record My Blood Pressure? ■
Blood pressure readings are typically recorded with the systolic pressure writ-
ten first, followed by a slash mark and the diastolic pressure. For example, 120
mmHg systolic and 80 mmHg diastolic measurements are written as 120/80.
Pulse is simply written with the letter “P” followed by the pulse rate—P 72, for
example. Please see the back of the manual for the blood pressure tracking log.
Customer Support Tools Online
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Additional tools are available on www.LifeSourceOnline.com to help you get the
most out of your blood pressure monitoring. These include:
Instruction Manuals
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Animated Operating Instructions for selected models
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Additional Logbook Sheets
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