Beurer BM70: WHO classification: 5.5 Evaluating results Cardiac arrhythmia:

self-test, during which all display elements briefly appear, the

5 minutes between measurements and not talk or move during

measurement begins. During inflation the device already de-

the measurement. If the icon

appears often, please contact

termines measured values used to estimate the required infla-

your doctor. Any self-diagnosis and treatment based on the

tion pressure. If this pressure is insufficient, the device auto-

test results may be dangerous. It is vital to follow your doctor’s

matically inflates by another 40 mmHg (Real Fuzzy Logic).

instructions.

•

Then the pressure in the cuff is slowly released and the pulse

WHO classification:

is measured.

The World Health Organization (WHO) and National High Blood

•

It displays pulse, systolic and diastolic blood pressure as

Pressure Education Program Coordinating Committee have de-

well as the stop indicator (see Chapter 5.6).

veloped a blood pressure standard, according to which areas of

•

You can interrupt measurement at any time by pressing the

low- and high-risk blood pressure are identified. This standard,

ON/OFF button

.

however, is a general guideline as individual’s blood pressure

•

To switch off and release the pressure, press the ON/OFF

varies among different people and different age groups ... etc.

It

button

again. If you forget to switch off the device, it

is important that you consult with your physician regularly. Your

switches off automatically after approx. 1 minute.

physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well

Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement!

as the point at which you will be considered at risk.

5.5 Evaluating results

Cardiac arrhythmia:

This instrument can identify possible cardiac arrhythmia disor-

ders during measurement and if necessary indicates the meas-

urement with the flashing icon

.

This may be an indicator for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a condi-

tion where the heart rhythm is abnormal as a result of defects

in the bioelectrical system controlling the heart beat. The

symptoms (omitted or premature heart beats, slow or exces-

sively fast heart rate) may be caused, among other things, by

heart disease, age, physical predisposition, excessive use of

stimulants, stress or lack of sleep. Arrhythmia can only be as-

certained through examination by your doctor.

Repeat the measurement if the flashing icon

is displayed

after the measurement. Please note that you should rest for

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