Fun with at-home devices

[Marthe48]

10. Hi Kozar

I've had high b.p. since the mid-eighties, on meds for it since then. I'm not sure how long I had the old monitor, but have used the at-home wrist cuff style monitor for many years. I pay attention to keeping salt and caffeine low, but I get lazy about checking my numbers. I have a new dr. and a new n.p. and I think they are not only interested in getting some readings, but checking to see how well I follow directions. ha.

I refreshed my memory on proper usage. I learned a couple things I didn't know: make sure your fingers are uncurled while you're getting your reading. Don't rest your arm and wait an hour after a meal. I knew I should wait 5 or 10 minutes after I sit down before I take a reading.

I noticed my old monitor drained batteries quick, so I'd take the batteries out. It didn't wipe out the memory, but I had to reset it. I'm still getting used to the new one, but after reading your post, I looked and it doesn't have a place for an adapter. Wish it did.

Thanks for taking the time to comment. Hope all is well.