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Determining Cuff Size with the Cuff Markings
One way to insure proper cuff size is to wrap the cuff around the patient’s upper arm and visually
check it. The cuff is marked with a distinct white edge and two divisions that indicate “range.”
When the cuff is properly fit, the edge meets the cuff at some point within the range.
Chart for Determining Cuff Size
You can also determine cuff size by measuring the patient’s arm circumference midway between
the elbow and shoulder, then use the chart below to select the correct cuff.
THE WELCH ALLYN SPOT VITAL SIGNS IS NOT INTENDED TO FOR USE ON
NEONATAL
PATIENTS
.
To ensure pediatric blood pressure accuracy and safety, note that the Welch Allyn Small Child
Cuff (5200-03), the Welch Allyn Small Child One-Piece Cuff (5200-13), and the Welch Allyn Small
Child Disposable One-Piece (5082-93-3) are the smallest cuffs approved for use with young chil-
dren and infants. The circumference of the child’s arm must fit within the range markings on the
cuff.
Positioning the Cuff
The preferred blood pressure measurement site for adults and children is the upper arm. Keep
the patient’s arm relaxed and motion-free during measurement(s). Alternate blood pressure
measurement sites include the ankle or forearm.
Warning
: Do not place the cuff on any extremity that is used for intravenous infusions, or any
area where circulation is compromised.
Note
: Cuff inflation during an SpO
2
measurement may cause inaccurate SpO
2
results when
used on the same arm.
Durable
One-Piece
Cuff
(Single
Unit)
Disposable
One-Piece
Cuffs (5
pack)
Cuff Size
Minimum
(cm)
Maximum
(cm)
Minimum
(inches)
Maximum
(inches)
5200-13 5082-93-3 Small Child 12.4 16.8 4.9 6.6
5200-14 5082-94-3 Child 15.8 21.3 6.2 8.4
5200-15 5082-95-3 Small Adult 20.0 27.0 7. 9 10.6
5200-16 5082-96-3 Adult 25.3 34.3 10.0 13.5
5200-17 5082-97-3 Large Adult 32.1 43.4 12.6 17.1
5200-18 5082-98-3 Extra Large
Adult
40.7 55.0 16.0 21.7
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