A&D Medical blood pressure monitors are easy to use, accurate and digitally display full measurement readouts. The technology is based on the Oscillo-metric method – a noninvasive blood pressure determination. The term "oscillation" refers to any measure of vibrations caused by the arterial pulse. This monitor examines the pulsatile pressure generated by the arterial wall as it expands and contracts against the cuff with each heartbeat.
The cuff is inflated until the artery is fully blocked. The inflation speed is maximized, and the pressure level is optimized by the device. The monitor takes measurements while the cuff is both inflating and deflating. This results in a faster measurement providing greater comfort to the user.
Industry-Standard Measurements
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 Standards Institute (ANSI/AAMI SP10) for electronic sphygmomanometers.
Monitor Setup
The Basic Blood Pressure Monitor is powered by batteries or a plug-in power adapter (not included). It comes with a Wide size arm cuff, designed to fit upper arms measuring 8.6 to 16.5 inches around.