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Fitting the cuff
correct cuff size is critical to accurate measurement. this monitor comes with a standard size 22-32cm arm
cuff. A large size cuff 32-42cm is available from the HoMedics website www.homedics.co.uk
1.
if the cuff is not assembled at first use, put the end of the cuff which is furthest
away from the tube through the d-ring to form a noose.
2.
Apply the tube to the left side of the device.
3.
remove tight-fitting clothing from your left upper arm and position the cuff at
approximately 2-3 cm above the elbow so that the tube is centred at the middle
of the arm. the tube must face downward towards the hand.
4.
Pull gently at the end of the cuff so that it tightens easily and smoothly around
the arm. the cuff is secured by pulling the Velcro fastener towards the cuff.
5.
You should be able to fit one finger between the cuff and your arm. the cuff
should not be fitted any tighter than this.
6.
relax your body and rest your arm on a table with your palm up so that the cuff is
positioned at the same height as the heart. Make sure that the tube does not
bend.
if it is not possible to fit the cuff on the left arm, it can be placed on the
right arm instead. However, it is important that all measurements are
carried out on the same arm. if the measurement is to be taken on the
right arm, the artery symbol on the cuff should be positioned above the
main artery. Press the arm’s arteries with two fingers at approximately 2
cm above the elbow on the inside of the arm to find out where the
pulse is strongest. this is the main artery.
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