Is the first reading of blood pressure accurate?

It’s ideal to measure your blood pressure twice a day for two weeks leading up to a doctor’s appointment, or following a change in medication. At each sitting, measure your blood pressure three times, but discard the first reading as it tends to be inaccurate.

Which blood pressure reading is most accurate?

Digital monitors that are fitted on the upper arm are generally the most accurate. If you can’t find a cuff big enough for your upper arm or if you find blood pressure measurements painful, ask your doctor about fitting a cuff to your lower arm or wrist.

How long after getting up should you take your blood pressure?

Your blood pressure should be checked in the morning, about an hour after you wake up, and in the evening, about an hour before you go to sleep, using the same arm each time. Taking 3 consecutive measurements (about 1 minute apart) will provide a more accurate understanding of your “true” blood pressure.

Is 104/84 good blood pressure or high blood pressure?

Diastolic: Higher than 110. For 104/84 to be good, both numbers must fit into the “normal” category above. Otherwise, it will fall into other categories of High Blood Pressure. Systolic reading of 104 is in the Normal range. Diastolic reading of 84 is in the Prehypertension range. Therefore, 104/84 is not good blood pressure (Prehypertension).

Is 125/85 a good blood pressure reading?

If your systolic and diastolic readings fall into two different categories, your correct blood pressure category is the higher category. For example, if your blood pressure reading is 125/85 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg), you have stage 1 hypertension. *Ranges may be lower for children and teenagers.

Is it normal for diastolic blood pressure to be lower than 80?

A normal diastolic blood pressure is lower than 80. But even if your diastolic number is lower than 80, you can have elevated blood pressure if the systolic reading is 120-129. If your blood pressure is normal (less than 120/80), get it checked every year or more frequently as your doctor suggests.