Instructions &
More Info
Omron HEM-609 Portable
Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense
Instructions for Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors
There are several easy steps to taking your blood pressure with this monitor.
First of all, avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for at least 30 minutes
before taking a measurement. Stress raises blood pressure, so avoid taking measurements
during stressful times.
Also, measurements should be taken in a quiet place. You should
be in a relaxed, seated position with your feet flat on the floor. Before you
take your measurement, rest comfortably in a relaxed environment for at least
15 minutes.
Place the cuff over your left wrist with your left thumb facing
upwards. Position the unit leaving approximately 0.5-inches of space between
the edge of the cuff and your palm. Pull the cuff upward while holding the edge
of the wrist cuff and wrap snugly. Make sure to lightly press the Velcro closure
with your fingers so that it is fastened tightly.
Using your elbow as an axis
point, slowly raise your left hand at an angle towards your right shoulder.
Stop your movement when the heart mark is aligned with the arrow symbol. When
your wrist reaches the proper position, the monitor beeps and automatically
starts inflation and measurement.
Hold your wrist at this
position. Do not make any movements until the measurement results are displayed.
Once the measurement is complete, the cuff will deflate and your blood pressure
and pulse rate will display on the screen.
If you need to stop the
measurement at any time, simply press the on/off button and the monitor will
immediately deflate. And remember, always consult your physician for specific
information about your blood pressure.
What is IntelliSense?
The IntelliSense monitor inflates the cuff to the ideal level with each use
-- you never have to make any adjustments to select an inflation level.
This is especially convenient
for hypertensive users and for people with certain arrhythmia or heart disorders
because their blood pressure is so likely to fluctuate.
The biggest advantage of
using the IntelliSense technology is a personalized inflation, every time, for
maximum comfort.
The Importance of
Home Blood Pressure Monitoring
Doctors, diabetes educators, physician assistants, nurses, and other healthcare
professionals all recommend home blood pressure monitoring for various reasons.
Home monitoring provides
your healthcare professionals with better information to understand and manage
your high blood pressure.
Many types of hypertension
can only be detected by monitoring your blood pressure at home, including:
* White-Coat Hypertension:
blood pressure reading is high in your doctor's office but lower at home
* Masked Hypertension: blood pressure reading is low in doctor's office but
higher at home
* Morning Hypertension: blood pressure reading is higher in the morning
Additionally, many factors
can affect your blood pressure, including physical exertion, emotional fluctuations,
medications, and stress. So having your blood pressure monitored at a pharmacy
with an in-store device after you've been shopping or walking around might not
provide you with the most accurate measurement.
Monitoring your blood pressure
at home allows you achieve a relaxed state more easily, and it gives you the
flexibility to take your measurements at various times during the day. By keeping
track of your home blood pressure readings, you can provide your healthcare
professional with a log of your measurements over time. This can help them evaluate
the effectiveness or need for medication.
What's in the Box
Omron HEM-609 wrist blood pressure monitor, storage case, two AA batteries,
and instruction manual.
Product Description
This compact wrist unit is designed to go anywhere. Simply wrap the cuff around
your wrist and press START. In seconds your blood pressure and pulse are displayed
on the digital panel. Cuff fits wrist sizes 5 1/4" to 8 1/2" in circumference.
