Mean Arterial Pressure
Revision as of 17:16, 28 October 2014 by Ashley (talk | contribs) (Created page with "right|frame|Taking a Blood Pressure Reading '''Mean arterial pressure''' (MAP) is a term used to describe the average blood pressure of an individua...")
Taking a Blood Pressure Reading
Mean arterial pressure (MAP) is a term used to describe the average blood pressure of an individual during a single cardiac cycle.
The system collects both systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure. Some healthcare professionals also want to see the "MAP" (mean arterial pressure), which is a standard calculated value based upon systolic and diastolic.
How is it Calculated?
The basic equation is: MAP = (2*diastolic+systolic)/3.
Essentially this assumes that the heart is at rest two thirds of the time (diastolic) and pumping one third of the time (systolic).
How is it Used?
This reading is not displayed on the touchscreen.
It can be found in:
- Blood Pressure Reports
- The Care Menu - Under Wellness
Wellness Notifications can also be set up based on the MAP.
GC-01-OUM-0085, Rev A