Multiple Choice
The nurse is teaching a group of unlicensed assistive personnel about the stethoscope. Which statements about the stethoscope are appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching session? Select all that apply.
A) The stethoscope works by blocking out environmental sounds.
B) Short tubing provides the listener with the most accurate sounds.
C) The bell of the stethoscope is used for high-pitched sounds, such as lung sounds.
D) The diaphragm of the stethoscope is used for low pitched sounds.
E) The binaurals should fit snugly in the ears.
Correct Answer:
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