Directions for use 29
4. Keeping the artery marker and the
tube in place, wrap the cuff snugly
around your arm, but not too tight. If
you can insert just two fingers
between the cuff and your arm, the
tightness is acceptable.
Start the measurement
1. Prepare yourself to take your blood
pressure.
a. Sit comfortably in a chair that
supports your back.
b. Keep legs uncrossed.
c. Place feet flat on the floor.
d. Support your arm on the flat
surface.