To use a blood pressure monitor correctly, follow these steps:
1 - Sit quietly for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement. Avoid smoking, eating, or drinking caffeine for at least 30 minutes prior to taking your blood pressure.
2 - Position your wrist so that the monitor is level with your heart. Sit with your feet flat on the ground and your arm resting on a flat surface.
3 - Wrap the cuff snugly around your wrist, but not too tight. The bottom edge of the cuff should be about 1/2 inch (1-2 cm) above the wrist bone.
4 - Turn on the monitor and keep your arm and wrist steady. Avoid talking or moving during the measurement.
5 - Take two or three readings, waiting at least one minute between each reading, and record the results.
Here are some important things to keep in mind before taking a blood pressure measurement:
1 - Avoid smoking, eating, or drinking caffeine for at least 30 minutes prior to taking your blood pressure.
2 - Empty your bladder before taking a measurement.
3 - Sit quietly for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement.
4 - Avoid taking your blood pressure measurement immediately after exercise or a stressful event.
5 - Make sure your arm and wrist are supported and at the same level as your heart during the measurement.
Following these guidelines will help ensure that you get an accurate reading and can properly monitor your blood pressure.
It should be noted that wrist blood pressure monitors also have some limitations, such as being affected by factors such as the position of the arm, clothing, or jewelry on the arm, which may lead to inaccurate measurements. Therefore, when choosing a wrist blood pressure monitor, you should make a decision based on your own needs and situation.