Welch Allyn 206EL Propaq Encore Vital Signs Monitor - User Manual - Manual (Page 49)

Reference Guide Patient monitoring 45
2. Place the cuff on the limb.
When you place the cuff, it should ideally be placed at the same level as the heart. If
above the heart, add 1.9 mmHg to the NIBP measurement for every inch the cuff is
above the heart. If below the heart, subtract 1.9 mmHg for every inch.
The cuff should fit snugly, but not be uncomfortable. The hose must not be kinked or
pinched.
Ensure that the cuff tubing is centered over the brachial artery.
3. Screw the hose connector onto the NIBP connector on the monitor's left side.
4. If motion artifact such as shivering, coughing, or vehicle motion interferes with NIBP
readings, do the following:
Position the patient’s limb away from the body so the applied cuff is not in contact
with the patient’s body or any other object such as a bed rail. Try to keep the cuff at
the same level as the heart.
Connect the ECG leads to the patient and perform ECG monitoring during NIBP.
Set up the NIBP channel
Press the NIBP button to display the status window and menu.
Note A cuff that is not properly connected to the patient may result in a false reading if
the patient and cuff are moved by motion artifact or clinical personnel during the
NIBP measurement. Always verify the cuff is properly placed on the patient.
Cuff applied evenly and
snugly with bottom edge of
cuff one inch above
antecubital fossa
Possible cuff
placements for
neonates