Blood Pressure Monitor
User Manual
Revision Date 2/6/17
blood pressure monitor
the nestcare Blood pressure monitor
The Blood Pressure Monitor device is meant to be used along with your
nestCARE app to record blood pressure and pulse rate measurements. The
device uses an inflatable cuff that is wrapped around the upper arm.
Your nestCARE Smart Blood Pressure Monitor measures blood
pressure and pulse rate.
Your nestCARE Blood Pressure Monitor is not intended to diagnose. If your
measurement comes back high, please contact your physician.
FDA Approved
and Non-invasive
Fully automatic
and wireless
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blood pressure monitor
anatomy
Arm Cuff
Bluetooth Connection
Systolic mmHg
Magnifying Glass/
ON Button
User 1 + 2 Buttons
Diastolic mmHg
how it works
The Blood Pressure Monitor first establishes a “zero pressure” that matches the
air pressure before it starts inflating. When inflated, the unit detects pressure
changes generated by your pulse and will compare the shortest and longest time
intervals to calculate a standard rate.
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safety information
Please read the User Manual carefully before using the nestCARE Blood
Pressure Monitor
In case of pregnancy, abnormal heart beat, or thick or hardened artery walls,
consult a physician before use
This device should not be used near a flammable anesthetic that uses oxygen
or nitrous oxide
This device is not suitable for continuous monitoring
The materials used on this device have been tested and found to comply with
all requirements
Use a soft cloth to clean the unit, do not use abrasive cleaners
Now that you know a little about the Blood
Pressure Monitor, let’s walk through how to use it
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01 unpack the package contents
Two 1.5V AA Batteries
nestCARE Blood
Pressure Monitor
Install the batteries into the Blood Pressure Monitor
02 Check the requirements
Download the nestCARE app from the
Apple App store or Google Play
This device requires a smartphone or
tablet with:
• Bluetooth 4.0
• iOS 7.0 or later
OR
Android 4.4 or later
You can check these requirements in your phone or tablet settings
We highly recommend viewing our “How-To” video
for this device on our website at mynest.care/help
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03 Create your profile
Enable Bluetooth in your phone or tablet settings
Launch the nestCARE app on your smartphone or tablet
If you haven’t already done so, create a new user login by
following steps for your account
If you already have an account, log in
04 Setting up your measurements
Navigate to the VITALS
tab in the app and select
SETUP AND MANAGE
Select “Blood Pressure”
Enter Blood Pressure Targets
Enter Blood Pressure alerts
High Systolic and Diastolic numbers
The app default is 120/80*
High Systolic and Diastolic numbers
The app default is 140/90*
Low Systolic and Diastolic numbers
The app default is 95/65*
Low Systolic and Diastolic numbers
The app default is 90/60*
*American Heart Association Recommendation Guidelines; please talk to your doctor if you have any
questions concerning your personal blood pressure settings
Enter how often you will
take your Blood Pressure
and at what time of day
you will take your Blood
Pressure
Decide how many Blood
Pressure measurements
you can miss before the
app sends an alert to you
and your support network
Press FINISH
to save values
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05 preparing for the reading
Place your arm inside the cuff
remove close-fitting clothing
1 from
4
your upper arm
Cuff should fit close to your arm, about one
inch above the elbow. You should be able
to fit a finger between the cuff and your arm
If you roll your sleeve up, ensure it does not
cause any constriction
choose the appropriate size of
set the monitor on the inner
2 cuff
from the two options in the box 5 side of your arm over your artery
unroll the cuff and pull the
CORRECT your posture by
3 tab
6
to open the cuff loop
following the instructions below:
LAYING DOWN
Lie on your back
Straighten your arm alongside
your body with palm facing up
SITTING DOWN
or
Sit with feet flat on the floor
Do not cross your legs
Place your hand, palm-side up, in
front of you on a flat surface
Your arm should be slightly bent
The cuff should be placed at the same level of your
heart in both positions
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06 taking a measurement
For Scheduled measurements
for a one-time activity
From the app home screen, press on
the Blood Pressure icon reminder
From the app home screen, press
VITALS, select “Record One-time
Activity” and then “Blood Pressure”
1
Press the User 1 button for two seconds to begin inflating the
cuff and begin a reading
Press “Measure Vital” on the app
Once the reading is done, press “record measurement” on your
application screen to record information. If you do not think the
reading is accurate, you can always retake the measurement.
To turn the monitor OFF
Press the user button
Tips for the best results
Always measure the same arm usually the left arm
Sit down and relax for a few minutes
before taking the measurement
Avoid eating, smoking or a lot of
physical activity immediately before
taking the measurement
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Irregular heart beat
If the device detects the signs of an irregular heart beat, the irregular heartbeat
symbol will appear when the results are displayed.
Usually, this is not a cause for concern.
However, if this symbol occurs often, we recommend you seek medical advice.
Please talk to your doctor if you have any questions
concerning your personal blood pressure measurements.
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