User`s manual

CARDELL

Veterinary Monitors

21-02-0285 REV. 06 07/11

5. BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING

CUFF SELECTION AND APPLICATION

The use of properly designed and sized cuffs is essential for the accurate non-invasive

measurement of blood pressure. Midmark cuffs are recommended for use with the CARDELL

Monitor.

NOTE:

CAS recommends the use of Midmark cuffs with the CARDELL Monitor.

CAS recommends the use of the inflation hose supplied with the monitor or a replacement from

CAS.

The widest cuff that can be placed around the limb should be used. A cuff that is too small for

the limb will not supply sufficient occlusion pressure to the artery. This can cause an

erroneously high blood pressure reading. Ideally, cuff width should be 40% of the limb

circumference. Substitution of a cuff different from that supplied might result in a measurement

error.

NOTE:

Overlapping the cuff will not affect the measurement results.

For best results, a cuff should be wrapped for a snug fit and be positioned reasonably close to

heart level. Measurements made above the level of the heart will give reduced blood pressure

readings. Measurements made below the heart level will give increased readings. These errors

are mainly due to the weight of the blood.

NOTE:

Avoid compression or restriction of the NIBP Inflation Hose. The hose must not be kinked or

pinched. It can be placed in any position, but it should be kept off the table surface to avoid

equipment vibrations.

WARNING:

The cuff should not be applied on a limb being used for an intravenous infusion. Do not place

the cuff on any extremity being used for SpO

monitoring.

See Section 11, ACCESSORIES for CAS Medical Systems cuff size and part number

information.

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