Precautions For Use - Ramsey Medical statMAP Instructions Manual

Blood pressure measurement device
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Cuff Size – only use the cuff when the artery index marker
falls within the printed range indicated on the cuff, otherwise
erroneous readings may result.
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Use only cuffs approved by Ramsey Medical Inc. (refer to
Accessories section for ordering information).
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Do not allow the cuff to remain on the arm for more than
10 minutes when inflated above 10mmHg. Devices that
exert pressure on tissue have been associated with
purpura, skin avulsions, compartmental syndrome, ischemia
and/or neuropathy.
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When using statMAP, the operator should be monitoring the
pressure within the device at all times
shut off (intentionally or accidentally) the pressure remains
within the cuff and the operator must manually deflate the
cuff.
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Care should be taken to avoid restriction or compression of
the cuff tubing.
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If disposable Lithium AAA batteries are used, they must
be UL recognized to standard UL1642. Ramsey Medical
recommends Energizer Lithium No. L92.
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When replacing the batteries, always replace both batteries
with ones that are known fresh and that are of the proper
type.
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Remove the batteries from statMAP if it will not be used for
an extended length of time.
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The statMAP, when used with Ramsey Medical approved
cuffs, is protected against defibrillator damage.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

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