Manual method of blood pressure measurement

If you are taking blood pressure manually then you must adopt proper way. It should be done accurately and correctly. It is believed that blood pressure taken manually quite accurate as compared to those digital blood pressure monitors. Here are the steps which you will be required to follow if you are planning to take blood pressure manually:
First take sphygmomanometer and a stethoscope. Tie the sphygmomanometer in the arm of the patient above the elbow. Cuff size must be suitable to the patient and it must be completely deflated first. Remember, if cuff is too small or too large then the readings may go somewhat inaccurate.