Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff - Veridian Healthcare 01-513BL Manual De Instrucciones

APPLYING YOUR ARM CUFF
PROPER CUFF FIT AND PLACEMENT IS CRITICAL
IN OBTAINING ACCURATE BLOOD PRESSURE
MEASUREMENTS. PLEASE READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND CONSIDER
CONSULTING WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN FOR
FURTHER DIRECTION.
To determine the proper cuff size, measure
the circumference of your left upper arm at
the point midway between inside bend of
your elbow and your shoulder, Fig 1.
Adult Cuff fits arm circumference:
8-3/4" - 16-1/2" (22-42 cm).
Reminder, it is important to avoid smoking, eating, taking
medication, alcohol consumption or physical activity 30 minutes
prior to taking a reading.
If for any reason you are unable to or should not use your left arm,
please modify the instructions for cuff application to your right arm.
Your physician can help you identify which arm is best for you to take
measurements from.
The cuff should not be plugged into the monitor until after the cuff is
applied to your arm to avoid pulling or yanking the monitor.
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Fig. 1