How to Use Health Monitoring Devices?
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01Apply the CuffApply the cuff, with lower edge 2-3 cm above elbow crease.
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02Put on StethoscopePut on stethoscope, place the chestpiece over the brachial artery at the elbow crease.
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03Close the ValveClose the valve, inflate to 30 mmHg above estimated systolic pressure.
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04Deflate SlowlyDeflate slowly (about 2-3 mmHg/sec) while watching the gauge.
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05SoundFirst tapping sound = systolic pressure; disappearance of sound = diastolic pressure.
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