User's Manual

Patient Monitor User Manual Monitoring NIBP
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12.5 Measurement Methods
There are three methods of measuring NIBP:
z Manual - measurement on demand.
z Auto - continually repeated measurements (between 1 and 480 minute adjustable interval).
z Sequence - the measurement will run consecutively in five minutes, then the monitor enters
manual mode.
WARNING
Prolonged non-invasive blood pressure measurements in Auto mode may be associated
with purport, ischemia and neuropathy in the limb wearing the cuff. When monitoring a
patient, examine the extremities of the limb frequently for normal color, warmth and
sensitivity. If any abnormality is observed, stop the blood pressure measurements.
12.6 Measurement Procedures
1. Connect the air hose and switch on the monitor.
2. Apply the blood pressure cuff to the patient's arm or leg and follow the instructions below.
Ensure that the cuff is completely deflated.
Apply the appropriate size cuff to the patient (About the cuff size selection, please refer to
Section NIBP accessories), and make sure that the symbol "" is over the artery. Ensure that
the cuff is not wrapped too tightly around the limb. Excessive tightness may cause
discoloration and eventual ischemia of the extremity.
NOTE:
The width of the cuff should be either approximately 40% of the limb circumference (50%
for neonates) or 2/3 of the upper arm length. The inflatable part of the cuff should be long
enough to encircle 50-80% of the limb. The wrong size of cuff can cause erroneous
readings. If the cuff size is in question, use a larger cuff.
Cuff Usage