Other Points To Note; Frequency Of Cardiac Pacemakers - visocor OM40 Mode D'emploi

Important information
e.g. shirt or blouse, you can also measure
through the sleeve.
If you are wearing tight-fitting clothes, do
not constrict the arm by rolling up your
sleeve but simply remove the article of
clothing.
• During measurement the arm and the
cuff must remain still in order to prevent
interfering pulses. Pressing the cuff and
kinking the hose can affect the results.
• Between successive measurements always
take a break of about 3-5 minutes in
order to prevent incorrect measurements.

2. Other points to note

• Arm circumference
The cuff is designed for an upper arm cir-
cumference of 22-32 cm. For arm circumfer-
ences of 32-42 cm there is an optional cuff
available – see Accessories.
• Cardiac arrhythmia
If you suffer from cardiac arrhythmia, this
can lead to incorrect results. Therefore
consult your doctor before measuring your
blood pressure (see also page 25).

• Frequency of cardiac pacemakers

The display of pulse rate is not suitable for
monitoring the frequency of cardiac pace-
makers.
• Pregnancy
Blood pressure levels can be different as a
result of pregnancy. Only perform blood
pressure self-monitoring after consulting
your doctor.
• Medicines
Never use this device without consulting your
doctor first if you are undergoing dialysis
treatment or taking anti-coagulant, anti-
platelet medicines or steroids. The use of a
blood pressure monitor under such condi-
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