AccuMed ABP802 Portable Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor (White) - 4-in-1 Functionality for Systolic/Diastolic BP, Heart Rate (BPM), Hypertension Guide, & Arrhythmia Alerts
Using the latest Intelligent Automatic Measurement technology, the AccuMed® ABP802 quickly and accurately measures systolic and diastolic blood pressure, heart rate and irregular heart beat. The device is straightforward and offers a simple one-touch operation with voiced audio instructions and readouts. The upper arm cuff easily expands to comfortably fit all arms between 8.7 ~ 12.6 inches. Measurements are easy to read: the large LCD backlit display indicates normal, above average, and high blood pressure levels according to WHO standards. Review your measurement history with memory storage of up to 90 measurements. The device can operate with a wall outlet adapter or portably using 4 x AA batteries with auto power-off after 1 minute of inactivity.
- Simple One-Touch Operation
- Comfortable Easy-Fit Cuff
- Irregular Heartbeat Detection
- Large Backlit LCD Display
- 90 Memory Storage
What Is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries. Systolic pressure occurs when the heart contracts. Diastolic pressure occurs when the heart expands. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). One's natural blood pressure is represented by the fundamental pressure, which is measured first thing in the morning while one is still at rest and before eating.
What Is Hypertension And How Is It Controlled?
Hypertension, an abnormally high arterial blood pressure, if left unattended, can cause many health problems including stroke and heart attack. Hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle, avoiding stress, and with medication under a doctor's supervision.
Why Measure Blood Pressure At Home?
Blood pressure measured at a clinic or doctor's office may cause apprehension and produce an elevated reading, 25 to 30 mmHg higher than that measured at home. Home measurement reduces the effects of outside influences on blood pressure readings, supplements the doctor's readings, and provides a more accurate, complete blood pressure history.
WHO Blood Pressure Classification
Standards for assessment of high blood pressure, without regard to age, have been established by the World Health Organization (WHO).
