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Selecting the nibp cuff – ZOLL X Series Monitor Defibrillator Rev H User Manual

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Selecting the NIBP Cuff

To take accurate measurements, you must use the proper sized cuff: the cuff’s bladder length
should be at least 80 percent of the limb circumference, while the cuff width should be equal to
40 percent of the limb circumference.

Caution

Use only hoses and cuffs that are approved by ZOLL Medical Corporation. See Appendix B,
Accessories, for a listing of the approved hoses and cuffs. Use the following guidelines when
selecting the appropriate hose and cuff:

Caution

Selection of the correct cuff is critical to the accuracy of NIBP measurements. Using a cuff that
is too small results in measurements higher than the patient’s actual blood pressure. Using a cuff
that is too large results in measurements lower than the patient’s actual blood pressure.

The X Series unit uses the same definitions of Neonates, Pediatrics, and Adults as defined in
the AAMI SP10:2002 standard:

Adult Mode

Pediatric Mode

Neonate Mode

Cuffs (typical cuff
labeling)

Adult, Large Adult,
Small Adult, Child,
Thigh

Child, Small Child,
Small Adult, Infant,
Newborn

Neonate #1 to #5
-- disposable

Newborn (#6), Infant
(#7) -- reusable

Recommended Limb
Circumference

15 cm or greater.

7.7 to 25 cm

15 cm or less

Hoses

Adult

Adult

Neonate/Infant
(Disposable Cuff only)

* Reusable Newborn
(#6) and Infant (#7)
cuffs use the Adult
Hose.

Neonate or Newborn

Children 28 days or less of age if born at term (37 weeks
gestation or more); otherwise, up to 44 gestational weeks

Pediatric or Child
(other than newborn)

Individuals between 29 days and 12 years of age

Adult

Individuals greater than 12 years of age