What do you think of the sphygmomanometer

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Sphygmomanometer is a kind of medical equipment for families. It can help people monitor whether their blood pressure is at normal level at any time, so that they can have a general understanding of their health. But do you know what the sphygmomanometer looks like? Now let me tell you something.

What do you think of the sphygmomanometer

First: before measuring blood pressure, the subjects should sit quietly for 15 minutes to keep calm, so that the measured value is the most accurate. If you want to determine whether you have hypertension, you should measure it for three consecutive days at the same time, and the results will have diagnostic significance.

Second: the sphygmomanometer should be placed on the horizontal table, tilt will affect the accuracy. The measured arm should be at the same level as the sphygmomanometer and heart.

Third: when tying the cuff, the position of the brachial artery should be found accurately. The lower edge of the cuff should be from the two transverse fingers with the strongest pulsation. The cuff should be properly tightened and stretched into the two fingers.

matters needing attention

After blood pressure measurement, if it is a sphygmomanometer with mercury switch, it should be tilted 45 ° to the right to let mercury return to the tank, then close the switch, and then close the cover. If it doesn't need mercury reflux, just close it directly.