Blood pressure device
A pressure gauge is a medical device used in pressure measurement. It consists of an inflatable air bag to prevent blood flow, a bellows, a mechanical mercury pressure gauge and a control valve. This device is designed for medical use in clinics, hospitals by specialists, And the second is the blood pressure diastolic, and the second systolic blood pressure, and we will mention in this article tips before the use of a pressure measuring device, and how to use a pressure measuring device, and types of pressure devices.
Use a pressure gauge
Tips before using a pressure gauge
- We bring the automatic pressure gauge, which gives accurate reading of blood pressure, as it is easy to use.
- There are some steps that affect reading pressure: not measuring pressure after waking up, avoiding eating, drinking before half hour pressure measurement, avoiding caffeine drinks, smoking before half hour pressure measurement , Get enough rest before measuring the pressure, avoid exercise before measuring the pressure, and read the instructions for measuring blood pressure before starting.
- We take the appropriate position to measure pressure, which is vertical seating, which is the best position for measuring blood pressure, and the individual to avoid moving during the measurement of pressure.
How to use a pressure gauge
- Be careful to measure pressure at the same time daily, as this will contribute to getting accurate reading.
- Blow the plastic wrap wrapped around the arm after sitting in the appropriate position, and if the cover is in an inappropriate position, the device must be turned off and restarted.
- Sitting immobile helps to accurately read the pressure, while avoiding talking.
- Removal CUFF (The envelope that wraps on the arm) on the arm after the measurement of pressure, and there are some pressure gauges automatically discharge the air after removing the arm, with the possibility of feeling dizzy after removing the cover.
- Be careful to record the results after you finish measuring the pressure on the data body.
- Take extra readings by measuring pressure more than once while maintaining calm.
- Consult your doctor if you notice a drop, or high blood pressure in order to get appropriate treatments in order to avoid any serious complications in the future.
Types of blood pressure gauges
- Digital Pressure Gauge with automatic or manual blower. Automatic is easy to use, taking into account that it is not used in the case of arteriosclerosis, septicemia, arrhythmia, and pulse separation.
- Portable digital scale with finger pressure gauge and automatic blower, easy to use, light weight, and less accurate.
- Manual pressure measuring device This type is used by a specialist. All manual blood pressure measurements require the use of the headset.