COPPULL MEDICAL PRACTICE

PATIENT INFORMATION 24 HOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING

•	The machine will be fully operational as soon as it is fitted. It will check your blood pressure automatically at 30 minute intervals and every 1 hour at night. 

•	The recorder is set to take your blood pressure automatically. Once it is switched on you do not need to do anything else. 

•	The cuff can become quite tight, this is normal. Do not worry if the cuff inflates twice, this is also normal.

•	You are advised not to drive a vehicle if the cuff is likely to inflate during your journey, as this may distract you and affect your driving safety

•	Do not play vigorous sports

•	Do not operate machinery

•	Do not do heavy physical work

•	Do not take a bath or shower or get the machine or cuff wet

•	Each measurement takes 20-30 seconds. If possible, you should be seated, quiet and still whilst the recorder is taking your blood pressure. Rest your arm in a straight position, either on a chair arm or table; with your hand relaxed and palm facing upwards.

•	Have as normal a day as possible.

This is an expensive piece of medical equipment. Please treat it carefully. Any breakages due to deliberate negligence will be your responsibility and you will incur costs for repair or replacement.