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5.3.3 Cuff Selection and Placement
1
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Identify the animal limb circumference.
2
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Select appropriate cuff; limb circumference is identified on each
cuff.
3
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Verify the cuff is completely deflated; place cuff around extremity
being used and make sure the marking “ARTERIA” matches artery
location.
4
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Verify the cuff is not wrapped too tightly around the limb. Excessive
tightness may cause discoloration or ischemia of the extremities.
5
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Make sure that the cuff edge falls within the range of the <-> mark.
If it does not, use a larger or smaller cuff that will fit better.
6
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The limb chosen for taking the measurement should be placed at the
same level as the animal's heart. If this is not possible, use the following
method to correct the measurement result:
If the cuff is placed higher than the heart level, add 0.9mmHg
(0.10kPa) for each centimeter of difference.
If the cuff is placed lower than the heart level, deduct 0.9mmHg
(0.10kPa) for each centimeter of difference.