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How to Apply the Arm Cuff
1. If the cuff is assembled correctly, the sewn | Pile Side Material | ||
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hook material will be on the outside of the cuff |
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loop and the metal |
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2. Pass the end of the cuff furthest from the |
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tubing through the metal |
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The smooth cloth should be on the inside of | Smooth Cloth |
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3.Put your left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/2 inch above the elbow. The green artery marker on the cuff should lie over the brachial artery on the inside of the arm. Tube should run down center of arm even with the middle finger.
Bottom Edge 1/2 inch
Cuff Tube
Artery Marker
4.Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges
are tightened evenly around your arm.
5. When the cuff is positioned correctly, press the sewn hook material FIRMLY against the pile side of the cuff.
6. Make certain the cuff fits snugly around your arm. The cuff should make good contact with your skin.
7.Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart.
8. Relax your arm and turn your palm upward.
9.Be sure there are no kinks in the air tubing.
NOTE: If the circumference around your arm is greater than 32 cm you will need to use a large adult size cuff. The large adult cuff is an accessory item and it is sold separately. You may purchase this cuff by calling Omron representative or dealers.
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