ZOLL R Series Manual page 15

Caution Ensure that the cuff is at the same level as the right atrium of the heart. If the cuff is located below
the patient's right atrium, the blood pressure measurements display false high readings. If the
cuff is located above the patient's right atrium, the blood pressure measurements display false
low readings.
3. Adjust the cuff so that the artery marker on the cuff is over the artery, pointing to the hand or
foot.
Check that the cuff ends between the range lines marked on the cuff. If not, use a different
4.
size cuff.
Wrap the deflated cuff snugly around the limb without impeding blood flow.
5.
Ensure that the hose is routed to avoid kinking or compression.
6.
You can now access the NIBP features.
Accessing NIBP Features
Unless you are sure that the NIBP patient type, cuff inflation and alarm settings are appropriate
for the patient, display the NIBP menu before you take a blood pressure measurement. When
you first turn on the R Series unit, the NIBP settings are at their default values.
While the factory-installed default settings are appropriate for most adult patients, do not
assume the settings are at their default. A previous user may have:
Changed the settings (if you did not turn on the R Series unit).
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Reconfigured the default settings.
•
Use the default settings unless they are clearly inappropriate for the patient. Any changes to
these settings remain in effect until either the settings are again changed, or for 10 seconds after
the R Series unit is turned off. If you have not received training on setting NIBP features, do not
use the NIBP option.
To facilitate quick reaction during emergency situations, you can directly access many NIBP
features without displaying the NIBP menu (see the following table).
WARNING! Do not start NIBP measurements unless you are sure that the cuff inflation and alarm
settings are appropriate for the patient. Incorrect settings can result in patient injury or
inaccurate measurements.
9650-0914-01 Rev. C R Series Non-Invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP)
Preparing to Take Measurements
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