M Series® defibrillators with integrated non-invasive blood pressure provide accurate readings in a semi-automatic and manual modes. Combined with optional Sp02 , 12-Lead ECG, and EtC02 monitoring, the M Series defibrillator with NIBP is an easy-to-use total resuscitation device.
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries.
When the heart beats, it contracts and pushes the blood through the arteries to the rest of the body, perfusing all organs. This force creates pressure on the arteries and is known as systolic blood pressure. When measured, a normal systolic blood pressure is equal to or less than 120 millimeters of mercury.
The bottom number of a blood pressure value is known as diastolic blood pressure. This indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart rests after contracting. A normal diastolic blood pressure number is equal to or less than 80 millimeters of mercury.
Measuring Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is determined by analyzing oscillations of BP cuff pressure that are caused by the arterial pulses.
The BP cuff is inflated to block arterial blood flow, then the cuff starts to deflate. As it does, arterial pulses generate a pressure wave in the cuff. It is these waves that are the source data for the oscillometric non-invasive blood pressure algorithm.
Because the cuff is the sensor, it is critical that the correct size is chosen by the clinician. In addition, the cuff needs to be wrapped around the arm appropriately.
Click to view tutorials on proper sizing of blood pressure cuffs as well as proper blood pressure cuff placement.
What Non-invasive Blood Pressure on the M Series Can Do For You
There are many reasons to use NIBP on the M Series.
- Comprehensive, accurate vital sign measurements combined with full resuscitation capabilities.
- Single, stat, or fully automated functions provide critical blood pressure measurement for rapid patient assessment, continuous readings, and drug titration.
- Rapid 30-second measurement cycle with sophisticated noise and motion filtering capabilities to enhance accuracy.
- All measurements are stored and easily recalled to provide an immediate on-screen measurement log as well as printed vital sign and code marker summary information.
Options
Reusable, non-latex blood pressure cuffs are available in the following sizes to fit your needs.
- Child
- Pediatric/small adult
- Adult
- Large adult
- Thigh
In addition to the reusable blood pressure cuffs, ZOLL also offers disposable cuffs for neonates. They are available in 5 sizes: 3-6 cm, 4-8cm, 6-11cm, 7-13cm, and 8-15cm.