User Manual Part 5

72 Standalone Monitoring Welch Allyn Propaq LT Vital Signs Monitor
Taking Automatic NIBP Readings
In the Auto NIBP mode, for intervals shorter than 5 minutes, the monitor immediately
begins taking NIBP readings at the specified interval. For intervals of 5 minutes or longer,
the readings begin when the time of day is a multiple of the interval. (If the interval is 15
minutes, for example, then the readings begin at 00, 15, 30, or 45 minutes after the hour.)
To Start Automatic NIBP Readings
1. Select and apply the appropriate NIBP cuff and hose. (“Monitoring Blood Pressure
(NIBP)” on page 69.)
2. Highlight NIBP and press .
3. Highlight NIBP Mode and select Auto.
4. Highlight Auto Interval (min) and select an interval.
To Stop Automatic NIBP Readings
1. Highlight NIBP and press .
2. Highlight NIBP Mode and select Manual.
Taking NIBP Readings Using Turbo Mode
In Turbo mode, the monitor starts an NIBP reading and then takes as many more readings
as possible within five minutes.
To Use the Turbo Mode
1. Select and apply the NIBP cuff and hose. (“Monitoring Blood Pressure (NIBP)” on
page 69.)
2. Highlight NIBP and press .
3. Highlight NIBP Mode and select Tu r b o .
To End the Turbo Mode
Press or select NIBP Mode Manual. The monitor returns to manual NIBP
measurement mode.
Note
After you invoke an automatic NIBP, expect a delay before the monitor starts the
first measurement. The delay can be as long as the interval selected.
Note
If you cycle the monitor power, NIBP returns to manual mode.