S12 Vet Monitor User’s Manual
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taken, "--" is displayed
Outlined NIBP numerics indicate that the measurement exceeds the set time.
So these NIBP values are not recommended for reference.
12.6.
Preparing for NIBP Measurements
1.
Verify that the patient category setting is correct.
2.
Connect the airpipe to the NIBP cuff connector of the device.
3.
Select an appropriately sized cuff for the patient, and then apply it as follows:
a)
Determine the patient’s limb circumference.
b)
Select an appropriate cuff by referring to the limb circumference marked
on the cuff. The width of the cuff should be 50% of the limb
circumference, or 2/3 of the length of the upper arm. The inflatable part
of the cuff should be long enough to encircle at least 50% to 80% of the
limb.
c)
Apply the cuff to the patient’s upper arm or leg and make sure the Φ
marking on the cuff matches the artery location. Do not wrap the cuff
too tightly around the limb. Otherwise it may cause discoloration and
ischemia of the extremities. Make sure that the cuff index line falls
within the range markings on the cuff. If it does not, use a larger or
smaller cuff that will fit better.
d)
Middle of the cuff should be at the level of the right atrium of the heart.
4.
Connect the cuff to the air tubing. Avoid compression or restriction of
pressure tubes. Air must pass unrestricted through the tubing.
CAUTION
：
A wrong cuff size and a folded or twisted bladder can cause inaccurate
measurements.
Do not touch or apply external pressure against the cuff and air tubing during
NIBP measurement. This may cause inaccurate blood pressure values.
Use care when placing the cuff on an extremity used for monitoring other
patient parameters. Pressurization of the cuff may temporarily cause loss of
