Many people using an Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor (home use) often face this small "one-click" blood pressure measuring box and can't help but ask: "Is the reading from this Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor really accurate?" Indeed, sometimes the blood pressure we measure with an electronic arm-type monitor differs greatly from the one measured by a doctor using a mercury blood pressure monitor. This may be because of the substandard quality of the blood pressure monitor or improper blood pressure measuring technique.
According to clinical research results both domestically and abroad, as long as the blood pressure monitor is reliable and the measurement operation is standardized and correct, the blood pressure measured by the arm-type monitor is no different from that measured by a professional doctor using a mercury blood pressure monitor. So, can an Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor measure accurately? The answer is: Yes, it can! As long as you do two things well.
Before measuring blood pressure, urinate, as holding urine can affect blood pressure.
Avoid measuring when emotionally tense or mentally uneasy.
Refrain from smoking, drinking, bathing, or exercising before measurement to avoid affecting measurement accuracy.
After expelling the air from the cuff of the bluestone automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor, tie it to the left or right arm, ensuring the cuff is level with the heart. The bottom of the cuff should be 2-3 centimeters above the elbow crease, and the tightness of the cuff should allow for the insertion of two fingers. Place the palm upwards and sit upright.
Click the start button of the Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor to begin measurement. After the measurement is complete, be sure to record the readings.
When not in use, the device should be stored in a clean and dry place, and the cuff should be avoided from aging and damage.
If there are stains on the surface of the portable upper arm blood pressure monitor, use hydrogen peroxide disinfecting wipes to clean it. Ensure the disinfecting wipes are not too wet, and avoid letting any liquid enter the interior of the device to prevent equipment malfunction.
During routine handovers, check the battery level and device performance to ensure it is in standby mode.
Regularly check and calibrate the blood pressure monitor to ensure its normal function and measurement accuracy.
If a device malfunction is found, promptly contact the relevant equipment administrator for handling.
The center of the cuff should be at the same level as the heart.
Avoid wearing thick clothing during measurement, and the tightness of the cuff should allow for the insertion of two fingers.
During the measurement process, relax your arm, do not clench your fist, and maintain an upright posture as the sitting position can affect blood flow.
It is not suitable to measure after meals, after exercise, or when emotionally agitated. It is advisable to rest appropriately before measuring to avoid affecting measurement results.