Classification Of The Measured Values (Who); Pulse Pressure; Irregular Pulses And Cardiac Arrhythmia - visomat soft and smart comfort 20 Mode D'emploi

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• When the measurement is finished, you will be given another
opportunity to change the memory to which the measured
value is to be saved. To do this, press the Memory button of
the user for whom the measured value is to be saved.
• The device switches itself off after approximately 3 minutes.
You can also switch the device off before this by pressing the
Start/Stop button.

11. Classification of the measured values (WHO)

The device categorises the blood pressure read-
ings according to the 1999 guidelines of the
World Health Organisation (WHO). You can de-
termine the classification after each measure-
ment using the triangle in the display and the
colour fields next to the display.
Systolic pressure
Classification = top value
Stage 3 hypertension
Stage 2 hypertension
Stage 1 hypertension
High-normal
Normal
Optimal
The WHO classification is stored along with the measured values
and both can be recalled from the memory.
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Diastolic pressure
= bottom value
mmHg mmHg
≥ 180 ≥ 110
160-179 100-109
140-159 90-99
130-139 85-89
120-129 80-84
< 120 < 80
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Depending on age, weight and general health, the blood pressure
values can be different. Only a doctor can determine the right
blood pressure range for you and assess whether your blood
pressure has reached a dangerous level for you. Discuss your
blood pressure values with your doctor.

12. Pulse pressure

The pulse pressure – not to be confused with the pulse beat –
provides an indication of the elasticity of the blood vessels. A stiff
system of vessels can have a negative effect on the cardiovascu-
lar system. Studies show that the cardiovascular risk increases if
the pulse pressure value is permanently higher than 65 mmHg.
The heart works in two phases, the contraction phase (expulsion
phase, systole) and the relaxation phase (filling or resting phase,
diastole). The pressure difference between systole and diastole
is called the pulse pressure or pulse amplitude. The higher the
pulse pressure, the stiffer your vessels are thought to be.
High pulse pressure
Increased pulse pressure
Normal pulse pressure
If your pulse pressure is permanently above 55 mmHg, consult
your doctor.

13. Irregular pulses and cardiac arrhythmia

If the device detects irregular pulses during the
measurement, the symbol is displayed once
the measurement is complete.
This can be triggered by cardiac arrhythmias,
movement, talking or even by deep breathing.
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Above 65 mmHg
55 to 65 mmHg
Below 55 mmHg
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