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Q: My BP is high and hard to hear. What other methods could be used to get an accurate BP reading?
A: A sphygmomanometer is a blood pressure device used in many physician offices to measure blood pressure. With this device, one listens for the sound...
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Q: I have had the Resperate now for several months, but suddenly I have the problem of the high blood pressure morning surge. I take medications, but would like to know if Resperate is any help in this condition.
A: It is natural for blood pressure...
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Q: Is it ok to take your BP while lying in bed or reclining in a chair?
A: The standard position for taking blood pressure is in the seated upright position with the arm resting on a table at mid-chest level. Results obtained in other positions...
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Q: Can you get an accurate BP reading over a long sleeve shirt?
A: According to an article published in the Journal of Internal Medicine in June 1993 click here to read, there is no statistical difference in blood pressure taken over a sleeve versus that taken...
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Q: There is always a slight difference between measuring my right and left arm. Which arm should I measure?
A: It is well recognized that there is a variation in blood pressure results when taken on both arms. This does not appear to be related to...
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Q: I find it difficult to take my blood pressure, I have an arm type monitor, but would the wrist or finger monitors do the same job? I am 73 and do not take any medication or ever see a doctor so I’m not sure...
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Q: How often should I take my blood pressure measurements? Every day or once a week? Morning or Night?
A: How often you need to take your blood pressure depends upon many factors including whether you have pre-hypertension, controlled hypertension, or uncontrolled hypertension. Ask your doctor...
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Q: What is the correct way to take your blood pressure?
A: For a good discussion on this topic including use of several types of monitors click here.
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Q: My blood pressure rate is usually 135/85. However, if I take it five minutes later it goes down to 120/72. Which one is my real BP?
A: Both are real blood pressures but it is impossible to say which one more accurately reflects your average...
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Q: Is it more accurate to use my wrist blood pressure monitor on my wrist or my forearm and why?
A: You should follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to use your wrist blood pressure monitor. This is how you will get the most accurate reading...
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