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The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends the following
guideline for upper limit of normal for home blood pressure readings:
AHA Home Guideline for Upper Limit of Normal BP
Systolic Blood Pressure 135 mmHg
Diastolic Blood Pressure 85 mmHg
This is a general guideline because blood pressure depends on age and
morbidity. The AHA recommends a lower home blood pressure goal
for certain patients, including diabetic patients, pregnant women, and
patients with renal failure
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WARNING
• The monitor is not intended to be a diagnostic device.
• Contact your physician for specific information about your blood
pressure. Self-diagnosis and treatment using measured results may be
dangerous. Follow the instructions of your physician or licensed
healthcare provider.
Heartbeat Symbol ( )
TAKING A MEASUREMENT
The Heartbeat Symbol flashes on the display during the
measurement. The Heartbeat Symbol flashes at every heartbeat.
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American Heart Association Scientific Statement 2004
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