Welch Allyn ABPM 6100 - Manual (Page 13)

ABPM 6100 Hardware Manual
DIR 80012720 Ver. B 13 / 30
Sleeve cuff
Step 1: To determine the correct cuff size for your patient, follow these simple steps:
1. To find the right sized cuff, wrap the cuff around the patient’s upper arm without
sliding the arm through the sleeve.
2. Use the color-coded RANGE indicator on the inside of the cuff and the bold INDEX
marker to check that the arm circumference falls within the cuff range.
3. If the arm is within range, this cuff size is correct for your patient. If the
measurement is outside the RANGE indicator, select a new cuff size as indicated
by color.
Step 2: Applying the Cuff
1. To apply the Welch Allyn ABPM 6100 cuff, simply slide the sleeve up the patient’s
arm, ensuring the color size indicator is at the top of the cuff. The cuff should be
midway between the elbow and shoulder.
2. Be sure the ARTERY indicator is over the patient’s brachial artery, between the
biceps and triceps muscles (see illustration showing left arm placement).
3. Wrap the cuff snugly around the patient’s upper arm.
4. Take the initial BP reading and ensure hookup is working.
5. Refer to figures 1, 2 and 3 on inside flap for an illustrated overview.
Step 3: Prepare the Patient
1. Preparing the patient is the most important step in obtaining an accurate, reliable
blood pressure measurement.
2. Review the following instructions with your patient:
• Avoid excess movement during readings
• Relax the instrumented hand, slightly away from the body
• Avoid hand movement
• Avoid flexing muscles during the reading