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2. PREPARATION
2.3 How to Sit Correctly
To take a measurement, you need to be relaxed and
comfortably seated, at a comfortable room temperature.
• Sit in a chair with your legs uncrossed and your feet flat on
the floor.
• Sit upright with your back straight.
• Sit with your back and arm being supported.
• The arm cuff should be placed on your arm at the same level
as your heart.