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Blood pressure log with pulse

One reading and your pulse each time you measure, a tick box for your medication, and room for notes. Bigger boxes than the two-reading log.

1. Pick a starting point

2. Adjust it

Dates and paper
Layout
Set it and the dates are printed for you.
When you measure
One column group per time of day. Rename them to suit you.
Readings each time
Many doctors ask for 2 readings, 1 minute apart.
Extras
Text size
Your details (optional)
Printed at the top of the log. They stay on this device and are never sent anywhere.

Why write down your pulse?

Most home blood pressure monitors show your pulse (heart rate, in beats per minute) along with every reading. It is not part of your blood pressure, but it is useful information for your doctor, especially if you take a medicine that can slow the heart, or if your monitor warns about an irregular heartbeat.

How to fill it in

  1. Rest for 5 minutes, then measure.
  2. Write the time, the reading (top number / bottom number) and the pulse shown on your monitor.
  3. Tick Meds taken when you took your blood pressure medicine that day.
  4. Use Notes for anything unusual, for example "irregular heartbeat symbol" if your monitor showed one.

If your doctor asked for two readings each time, switch Readings each time to 2.

Very high reading? If your blood pressure is above 180/120, wait a minute and measure again. If it is still that high, contact your doctor right away. If you also have chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness, weakness, a change in vision or trouble speaking, call 911.

Not medical advice. This log is a place to write down your readings. Your target, how often to measure and your treatment come from your doctor.

Questions

What is a normal pulse?

For most adults at rest, a pulse between 60 and 100 beats per minute is considered normal, but your doctor will tell you what is normal for you, especially if you take heart medicine.

Which pulse do I write down if I take two readings?

Write the pulse from the first reading, or the one your doctor asks for. Be consistent.

My monitor shows an irregular heartbeat symbol. What should I do?

Write it in the Notes column and mention it to your doctor.

Can I add a column for a second reading?

Yes. Switch Readings each time to 2.

Is it free?

Yes, with no sign-up. Print as many pages as you like.

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