User's Manual Part 3

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6.4.3. NIBP Patient Application
When positioning the patient, routine NIBP measurements (including for the condition
hypertension) require the patient to remain silent, still and relaxed, with legs uncrossed and
arms supported. Note that during MRI procedures, patients are typically lying down with their
legs uncrossed and arms supported as needed for the MRI scan. A five minute waiting period
is recommended before starting readings. Ensure that the cuff is at the level of the right atrium
of the heart.
1. Verify that the patient type is correct. Change it if necessary.
2. Ensure tubing is connected to the 3880 monitor
3. Select a correct sized cuff and then apply it as follows:
a. Determine the patient’s limb circumference.
b. Select an appropriate cuff by referring to the limb circumference marked on the
cuff. The width of the cuff should be 40% (50% for neonates) of the limb
circumference, or 2/3 of the upper arm’s length. The inflatable part of the cuff
should be long enough to encircle at least 50% to 80% of the limb.
c. Apply the cuff to an upper arm or leg of the patient and make sure the marking
on the cuff matches the artery location. Do not wrap the cuff too tightly around
the limb. It may cause discoloration, and ischemia of the extremities. Make sure
that the cuff edge falls within the marked range. If it does not, use a larger or
smaller cuff that will fit better.
4. Connect the cuff to the air tubing and make sure that the bladder inside the cover is not
folded and twisted
5. Press the START/STOP button to initiate a blood pressure reading. Hold TART/STOP
button down for three seconds to initiate a STAT burst of three successive NIBP
readings.
NOTE
• Automatic NIBP readings will not cycle when the monitor is in Standby
6.4.3.1. Setup Checklist
• The hose is correct.
• The connector is firmly pushed inside the cuff tube.
• The NIBP hose is properly connected to the module and will not detach if pulled.
• The NIBP cuff is correct for the patient’s limb size.