Understanding Blood Pressure Monitors

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Match the components of a digital blood pressure monitor with their descriptions:

Blood pressure cuff = Inflatable cuff for upper arm placement Digital display unit = Shows readings of blood pressure and pulse Start button (S) = Initiates the measurement process Measure button (M) = Triggers the blood pressure measurement

Match the abbreviations displayed on a digital blood pressure monitor with their meanings:

SYS = Systolic blood pressure DIA = Diastolic blood pressure PUL = Pulse rate DATE = Current date

Match the features of a digital blood pressure monitor with their functions:

Blood pressure category indicator = Indicates health status via color coding Digital heart icon = Represents heart health Date and time display = Shows the measurement timestamp On/off button = Powers the device on or off

Match the colored segments of the blood pressure category indicator with their significance:

<p>Green segment = Normal blood pressure range Yellow segment = Elevated blood pressure Red segment = High blood pressure Blue segment = Not commonly used</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the buttons on a digital blood pressure monitor with their actions:

<p>Start button (S) = Begins the measurement Measure button (M) = Activates reading process On/off button = Controls power of the device Pulse display = Shows the heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Blood pressure cuff

The inflatable part of a blood pressure monitor, positioned on the upper arm to measure blood pressure.

Digital display unit

The part of the blood pressure monitor that shows the blood pressure readings, date, time, and pulse.

Systolic blood pressure

The higher number in a blood pressure reading, representing the pressure in arteries when the heart beats.

Diastolic blood pressure

The lower number in a blood pressure reading, representing the pressure in the arteries between heartbeats.

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Pulse

The number of times your heart beats per minute, displayed on the monitor.

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Study Notes

Blood Pressure Monitor

A blood pressure monitor is shown, with a black cuff and a white digital display.
The displayed blood pressure reading is 119/81 mmHg.
The pulse rate is 70 bpm.
The date is October 10, 20??.
The monitor has buttons for different functions, including start/stop, memory, and manual measurements.
The monitor also displays information about WHO standards and other relevant medical data.