Basic rules for accurate blood pressure measurement with a tonometer
〰️1 hour before blood pressure measurement, the patient should refrain from smoking, drinking alcohol or consuming caffeinated products;
〰️Do not measure blood pressure when you have the urge to go to the toilet, because a full bladder increases pressure readings by about 10 mm.sim.ust.
〰️Blood pressure should be measured in calm conditions, at room temperature;
〰️Blood pressure is measured while the patient is sitting and relaxed.