Seca mVSA 535 Instructions For Use Manual page 51

WARNING!
Incorrect measurement
► Inflating the blood pressure cuff may lead to occasional malfunc-
tions of other medical electrical devices used on the same limb.
► Use only blood pressure cuffs from seca.
► Before every measurement, ensure that the blood pressure mea-
surement tubes and connections are free of damage and airtight.
► Ensure that the arm on which the blood pressure cuff is attached
does not move during the measurement.
► Ensure that the blood pressure cuff is applied according to the
printed mark "Artery".
CAUTION!
Incorrect measurement
If the blood pressure cuff is too mall, the measured blood pressure
values will be too high. If the blood pressure cuff is too large, the
measured blood pressure values will be too small.
► Always use a blood pressure cuff that is the correct size.
Preparing the blood pressure measurement
1. Ensure that the patient adopts the following position:
• Sitting comfortably
• Legs not crossed
• Feet flat on the floor
• Back and arm supported
2. Apply the blood pressure cuff to the patient's non-dominant arm as
shown in the illustration below:
a) Note the labeling on the blood pressure cuff ➔
blood pressure cuff
b) Use correct size of blood pressure cuff: End of cuff inside the
adjustment range when put on
c) Position the blood pressure cuff at the level of the right atrium
d) Ensure correct fit of the blood pressure cuff
e) Route compressed air tube so that it cannot kink
Adjustment range
End of cuff Compressed air tube
Blood pressure cuff on the upper arm
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