
Make sure the bottom of the cuff is placed directly above the bend of the elbow. Your arm should be supported on a flat surface (such as a table) with the upper arm at heart level. Your feet should be flat on the floor and your legs should not be crossed. Sit with your back straight and supported (on a dining chair, rather than a sofa). Empty your bladder and ensure at least 5 minutes of quiet rest before measurements. Coronavirus Resources for CPR & Resuscitationĭon't smoke, drink caffeinated beverages or exercise within 30 minutes before measuring your blood pressure.Resuscitation Quality Improvement Program (RQI)®.CPR & First Aid in Youth Sports Training Kit.Search American Heart Association Search".
