
8-2
8.2 Monitoring Procedure
To perform NIBP measurement on a patient, follow the procedure below.
1. Power on the monitor.
2. Enter the PATIENT INFORMATION menu to select correct patient type.
3. Plug the air hose in the NIBP connector of the monitor.
4. Apply a cuff of proper size to the upper arm or the thigh of the patient.
5. Connect the cuff with the air hose.
6. Press
to start the NIBP measurement.
8.2.1 Cuff Selection and Placement
1. Determine the patient’s limb circumference.
2. Select appropriate cuff according to limb circumference.
NOTE
The width of the cuff should be either 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 circle 50-80% of the limb. Wrong cuff size may cause
erroneous readings. If the cuff size is in question, use a larger cuff.
3. Ensure that the cuff is completely deflated. Apply the cuff to the patient’s upper arm or
thigh and make sure the Φ marking on the cuff matches the artery location.
4. Do not wrap the cuff too tightly around the limb. It may cause discoloration, and
ischemia of the extremities.
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