DONT's
- Do not smoke, take caffeinated drinks or exercise 30 minutes before taking BP.
- Do not take your BP with a full bladder or after a big meal as these may increase BP.
- Do not wear tight fitting clothes.
- Do not be overly worried with a one-off high reading. Take a break before measuring again. However, if the reading remains high all the time, see a doctor.
- Do not move around or talk when taking BP.
- Do not cross your legs while taking your BP.
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