Panasonic EWBU04 User manual

Panasonic
Operating Instructions
Instrucciones de Uso
Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
Monitor de presión arterial de brazo
Model No./N? de Modelo EW-BU04
English 1
Espanol S1
Before operating this device, please read these instructions completely and save this manual for
future use.
Antes de utilizar este dispositivo, lea completamente estas instrucciones y conserve este manual
para futura referencia.

Panasonic Oscillometric Automatic Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Model EW-BU04 is a
device intended to measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate of an
adult individual by using a pressurized cuff on the arm. The device is not intended for use
on neonatal, infants and children. The device is designed for home use only, not for
ambulatory measurement (measurement recorded continuously during the day).
Specifications of this device are listed in page 21.
Blood pressure measurements determined with this device are equivalent to those
obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method, within the
limits prescribed by the American National Standard, Manual, Electronic or automated
sphygmomanometers.
If you suffer from disorder of heart rhythm, known as arrhythmia only use this blood
pressure monitor in consultation with your doctor. In certain cases oscillometric
measurement method can produce incorrect readings.
Flashing System for hypertensive readings are based on blood pressure values classified
in the paper: “JNC 7 Express; The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on
Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure; U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES; National Institute of Health;
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; National High Blood Pressure Education
Program; NIH Publication No. 03-5233; May 2003.” The display values are generally
known, but not proven, to be an indicator of your blood pressure.
The EW-BU04 is not intended to be used as a diagnostic device. Contact your physician
if prehypertensive or hypertensive values are indicated.

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__ iE Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Automatic Arm Blood Pressure Monitor EW-BU04.
Measuring your own blood pressure is an important way of monitoring your health. High
blood pressure (hypertension) is a major health problem which can be treated effectively
once detected. Measuring your blood pressure between doctor visits on a regular basis in the
comfort of your home, and keeping a record of the measurements, will help you monitor any
significant changes in your blood pressure. Keeping an accurate record of your blood
pressure will help your doctor diagnose and possibly prevent any health problems in the
future.
Il Basics of Blood Pressure
Your heart acts like a pump, sending blood surging through your blood vessels each time it
contracts. Blood pressure is the pressure exerted by blood pumped from the heart on the
walls of blood vessels. Systolic pressure is the pressure exerted when the heart contracts
and pumps blood into the arteries. Diastolic pressure is the pressure exerted when the heart
expands, or relaxes. When you or your doctor take your blood pressure, both your systolic
and diastolic pressures are measured. If your blood pressure measurement is 120 mmHg
over 80 mmHg (120/80), for example, your systolic pressure is 120 mmHg while your
diastolic pressure is 80 mmHg.
i Important Instructions Before Use
1. Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. Blood pressure measurements should
only be interpreted by a health care professional who is familiar with your medical history.
2. If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to determine the most
appropriate time to measure your blood pressure. NEVER change a prescribed
medication without first consulting with your physician.
Blood pressure can vary based on many factors, including age, gender, weight and
physical condition. In general, a person’s blood pressure is lower during sleep and higher
when he or she is active. Blood pressure can change easily in response to physiological
changes. The setting in which a person’s blood pressure is measured can also affect the
results.
Having one’s blood pressure measured by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic
can cause nervousness and may result in a temporarily elevated reading. Because blood
pressure measurements taken in a clinical setting can vary considerably from those
taken at home, a person’s blood pressure should be measured not only occasionally in
the doctor's office, but also on a regular basis at home. Also, if you find that your blood
pressure is lower at home, this is not unusual. To accurately compare with your
physician's reading, take your Panasonic blood pressure monitor to your doctor's office
and compare readings in this setting.
People suffering from cardiac arrhythmia, vascular constriction, liver disorders or
diabetes, people with cardiac pacemakers or a weak pulse, and women who are
pregnant should consult their physician before measuring their blood pressure
themselves. Different values may be obtained due to their condition.
Try to take your blood pressure measurements at the same time and under the same
conditions every day.
e The ideal time to measure your blood pressure (to obtain your so-called “base blood
pressure”) is in the morning just after waking up, before having breakfast and before
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any major activity or exercise. If this is not possible, however, try to take measurements
at a specified time prior to breakfast, and before you have become active. You should
relax for about 5 minutes before taking the measurement.
The following situations may cause substantial variations in blood pressure readings
and should therefore be avoided at least 30 minutes prior to taking your blood pressure.
Blood pressure will be higher than usual:
- when you are excited or tense
- when you are taking a bath
- during exercising or soon after exercising
- when it is cold
- within one hour after eating
- after drinking coffee, tea or other beverages containing caffeine
- after smoking tobacco
- when your bladder is full
- when in a moving vehicle
Blood pressure will be lower than usual:
- after taking a bath
- after drinking alcohol
Measurements may be impaired if this unit is used near a television, microwave oven, X-
ray equipment or other devices with strong electrical fields. To prevent such interference,
use the unit at a sufficient distance from such devices or turn the devices off.
This unit is designed for use by adults. Consult with your physician before using this unit
on a child. Do not use on neonatal, infants and children.
This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring during medical emergencies or
operations.
Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood pressure. Do not use the
unit together with other devices.
Improper handling of batteries may result in battery rupture or in corrosion from battery
leakage. Please observe the following to ensure proper use of batteries.
. Be sure to turn off the power after use.
. Do not mix different types or sizes of batteries.
. Change all batteries at the same time. Do not mix old and new batteries.
. Be sure to insert batteries with correct polarity, as instructed.
. Remove batteries when they are worn out, and dispose of them properly according to
all applicable environmental regulations.
f. Do not disassemble batteries or throw them into a fire.
g. Do not short-circuit batteries.
h. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries included with the unit.
Caution: Use only accessories that are recommended for your model. Substitution may
result in measurement error.
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