User`s manual

CARDELL

Veterinary Monitors

21-02-0285 REV. 06 07/11

LARGER ANIMALS

A large animal such as a horse should be in a stock, standing still, or lying down.

For horses and cows, the cuff can be wrapped around the base of the tail using the coccygeal

artery on the ventral surface.

WARNING:

When monitoring over an extended period of time, or at frequent intervals, periodically observe

the patient’s limb to make sure that the circulation is not impaired for a prolonged period of time.

CUFF SIZE SELECTION

The widest cuff that can be placed on the patient, without extending beyond the joint, should be

selected. Appropriate sized cuffs may be selected based on published guidelines that cuff width

should be 40 – 60% of limb circumference. The cuff should be wrapped for a snug fit.

Overlapping the cuff will not affect measurement results. Make sure the hook and loop sections

of the cuff are fully engaged when it is wrapped around the limb. If not fully engaged, the cuff

will detach during bladder inflation. If that happens, select the next size bigger cuff. Adhesive

tape or other material should not be used to secure the cuff.

Figure 4: Full Velcro

Engagement

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