How to read blood pressure readings on the device?

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Hello doctor. I want to ask a doctor for advice on how to read the blood pressure readings on the device? Sincerely thank.
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Hello. With the question: "How to read blood pressure readings on the device?" Your doctor would advise you as follows:
On a blood pressure monitor, there are usually 3 numbers:
Larger number: Systolic blood pressure (Maximum blood pressure) Smaller number: Diastolic blood pressure (Blood pressure). minimum pressure) Remaining number (PULSE): Pulse High-end hospital sphygmomanometers add average blood pressure readings
How to read sphygmomanometer :
Read large numbers (minimum blood pressure) max) first Read the small number (minimum blood pressure) after Usually measuring blood pressure is the best way to detect hypertension. Especially when the blood pressure index is > 140/90mm Hg, you need to see a cardiologist immediately to prevent dangerous complications.
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Answered by Master, Specialist II Pham Tuyet Trinh - Head of Inpatient Unit - Cardiovascular Center - Vinmec Times City International Hospital