CHAPTER 8 M ONITORING NON -I NVASIVE B LOOD PRESSURE (NIBP)8-4 www.zoll.com 9650-0803-01 Rev. BSelecting the NIBP CuffTo take accurate measurements, you must use the proper sized cuff: the cuff’s bladder lengthshould be at least 80 percent of the limb circumference, while the cuff width should be equal to40 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 whenselecting the appropriate hose and cuff:Caution Selection of the correct cuff is critical to the accuracy of NIBP measurements. Using a cuff thatis too small results in measurements higher than the patient’s actual blood pressure. Using a cuffthat is too large results in measurements lower than the patient’s actual blood pressure.The Propaq M uses the same definitions of Neonates, Pediatrics, and Adults as defined in theAAMI SP10:2002 standard:Adult Mode Pediatric Mode Neonate ModeCuffs (typical cufflabeling)Adult, Large Adult,Small Adult, Child,ThighChild, Small Child,Small Adult, Infant,NewbornNeonate #1 to #5-- disposableNewborn (#6), Infant(#7) -- reusableRecommended LimbCircumference15 cm or greater. 7.7 to 25 cm 15 cm or lessHoses Adult Adult Neonate/Infant(Disposable Cuff only)* Reusable Newborn(#6) and Infant (#7)cuffs use the AdultHose.Neonate or Newborn Children 28 days or less of age if born at term (37 weeksgestation or more); otherwise, up to 44 gestational weeksPediatric or Child(other than newborn)Individuals between 29 days and 12 years of ageAdult Individuals greater than 12 years of age
