Selecting The Nibp Cuff - ZOLL Propaq MD Operator's Manual

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Selecting the NIBP Cuff

To take accurate measurements, you must use the proper sized cuff: the cuff's bladder length
should be at least 80 percent of the limb circumference, while the cuff width should be equal to
40 percent of the limb circumference.
Caution Use only hoses and cuffs that are approved by ZOLL Medical Corporation. See Appendix B,
Accessories, for a listing of the approved hoses and cuffs. Use the following guidelines when
selecting the appropriate hose and cuff:
Cuffs (typical cuff
labeling)
Recommended Limb
Circumference
Hoses
Caution Selection of the correct cuff is critical to the accuracy of NIBP measurements. Using a cuff that
is too small results in measurements higher than the patient's actual blood pressure. Using a cuff
that is too large results in measurements lower than the patient's actual blood pressure.
The Propaq MD unit uses the same definitions of Neonates, Pediatrics, and Adults as defined in
the AAMI SP10:2002 standard:
Neonate or Newborn
Pediatric or Child
(other than newborn)
Adult
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Adult Mode
Adult, Large Adult,
Small Adult, Child,
Thigh
15 cm or greater.
Adult
Children 28 days or less of age if born at term (37 weeks
gestation or more); otherwise, up to 44 gestational weeks
Individuals between 29 days and 12 years of age
Individuals greater than 12 years of age
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Pediatric Mode
Child, Small Child,
Small Adult, Infant,
Newborn
7.7 to 25 cm
Adult
Neonate Mode
Neonate #1 to #5
-- disposable
Newborn (#6), Infant
(#7) -- reusable
15 cm or less
Neonate/Infant
(Disposable Cuff only)
* Reusable Newborn
(#6) and Infant (#7)
cuffs use the Adult
Hose.
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