Patient Monitor User Manual Monitoring NIBP
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12.4 Measurement Methods
There are three methods of measuring NIBP:
Manual - measurement on demand.
Auto - continually repeated measurements (between 1 and 480 minute adjustable interval).
After the first measurement starts manually, the monitor will automatically measure NIBP as
preset interval.
Continuous- the measurement will run consecutively in five minutes, then the monitor enters
manual mode.
WARNING
Prolonged non-invasive blood pressure measurements in Auto mode may be associated
with purpura, ischemia and neuropathy in the limb wearing the cuff. When monitoring a
patient, examine the extremities of the limb frequently for normal color, warmth and
sensitivity. If any abnormality is observed, stop the blood pressure measurements.
12.5 Measurement Procedures
To obtain accurate measurements, the following operating steps need to be observed:
1. Ensure the patient position in normal use, including
Comfortably seated or lie flat, legs uncrossed;
Feet flat on the floor;
Back and arm supported;
Middle of the cuff at the level of the right atrium of the heart;
During the measurement, relax as much as possible, neither talking nor applying external
pressure against the cuff.
2. Connect the air hose and switch on the monitor.
Apply the blood pressure cuff to the patient's arm or leg and follow the instructions below.
Cuff Usage
- Ensure that the cuff is completely deflated.
Apply the appropriate size cuff to the patient (About the cuff size selection, please refer to
Section NIBP accessories), and make sure that the symbol "Φ" is over the artery. Ensure that
the cuff is not wrapped too tightly around the limb. Excessive tightness may cause
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