CASMED 740 Vital Signs Monitor - Implox

CASMED 740 Monitors
Measurements made above the level of the heart will give reduced blood pressure readings
while measurements made below the heart level will give increased readings. These errors are
mainly due to the weight of the blood.
The following guidelines should be observed;
• When applying the cuff, make sure the cuff tubing is centered over the brachial artery.
• Wrap the cuff for a snug fit to avoid prolonged pumping time. Do not wrap a cuff over the
patient’s clothing.
• Verify the hook and loop sections of the cuff are fully engaged when it is wrapped around
the limb.
• The limb should be positioned to be at heart level.
• Do not compress the cuff or the cuff hose. The hose must not be kinked or pinched.
Figure 3: Cuff Positioning
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