Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff - Veridian Healthcare 01-5521 Instruction Manual

APPLYING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF

Before applying your blood pressure cuff, be sure you have selected
the appropriate size cuff:
Adult Cuff fits arm circumference 10" - 14" (25.4-35.5 cm)
Additional cuff sizes are available for order on the enclosed order form.
If for any reason you are unable to or should not use your left arm,
please modify the instructions for cuff application to your right arm.
Your physician can help you identify which arm is best for you.
1. Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry that may interfere
with cuff placement.
2. Be seated at a table or desk with your feet flat on the floor.
3. Extend your left arm. Find your brachial artery, which is at the
inner aspect (bend) of your elbow, Fig 1. You may be able to feel
your pulse. The artery patch should point to the brachial artery
when the cuff is applied.
4. Open the cuff creating a circle that you can slide your arm into; do
not extend the cuff beyond the metal bar.
5. Insert your left arm into the cuff. Position the bottom edge of the
cuff approximately one-half inch ABOVE your elbow; when taking
your reading, the stethoscope chestpiece must directly touch the
inside of your arm, over your brachial artery.
6. With your arm extended, palm facing upward and tubes
positioned down the center of your arm, Fig 2-3, use your right
hand to pull the end of the cuff and secure the hook and loop
material. Make sure that the artery mark is still pointed to your
brachial artery.
7. The cuff should fit comfortably, yet snugly around your arm. You
should be able to insert one finger easily between your arm and
the cuff.
If you are not comfortable with applying your cuff, please seek the assistance of another
member of your household or work with your physician to practice the cuff application.
Incorrectly applied cuffs may result in inaccurate readings.
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