| Stethoscopes |
| I can't hear anything from my stethoscope, what is wrong? |
Perhaps you are dead. Have you checked into that lately? ... |
| When listening to my heart with a stethoscope, i hear da d da d da d da ddd da d da da should I be concerned? |
unless you feel light headed with the "ddd", dont worry about it. it is probably what's called a pvc, or a premature ventricular contraction. they are benign (happen to most of us ... |
| I'm looking for a good stethoscope what do you recommend.? |
I like the single belled Littman 2. I am a nursing student and it is comfortable in my ears (with the attachments it comes with) and I hear great with it. It is not cheap tho. I bought mine a fe... |
| On average, how much is a stethoscope? |
Anywhere from $10-15, up to a couple of hundred for a regular one. If you look at electronic ones, those could run into several hundreds of dollars. I spent about $100 on mine--it's an Ultra... |
| How much is Littmann classic 2 stethoscope in the U.S or in ur country?? |
Check www.google.com is the best site to get answer from, stats, and millions of pages where you may find your answer. While yahoo answer is the best for what people think and have to say to ot... |
| When taking blood pressure on thigh, where are the cuff and stethoscope placed? |
Right above the knee and the stethescope is placed in the popliteal fossa. Not the best way to do blood pressure but since you ask. You can actually feel for a pulse 1st then place you scope ther... |
| What causes the heart sounds that can be heard with a stethoscope? what is meant by a "murmur" ? |
Sounds are from heart valves opening & closing.
Murmur can be a defective valve. ... |
| Before performing CPR, it is ok if I use a stethoscope instead of checking the pulse? |
No. Locating the stethoscope would cost you time and it might be too noisy, for you to be able to hear. Thirdly, if you're not a nurse or a doctor, you might not place the diaphragm of the s... |
| What kind of heart murmur do I have? Link to audio file provided. Is there a cardiologist in the house? |
I'm impressed at the quality of your recording given that you used a "homemade" stethoscope/microphone! I would differ with eman somewhat in that your murmur is more of an early to ... |
| I'm just curious, can a masseuse use a stethoscope too? |
Kinky ... |
| Were can i go to price an antique doctors stethoscope? |
You might want to check any of the large auction houses websites or just check with your local historic society for ideas on where you can check for something like this topic. ... |
| What part of your head should you put the stethoscope up to to see if you have pulsatile tinnitus? |
a stethoscope is used for auscultation not for listening tinnitus ... |
| How to tell accurate BP using analog sfigmomanometer and stethoscope? |
Hi, taking an accurate BP isnt exactly that daunting a task to do manually, you just have to have good ears. :)
a) Ok, first off you take the cuff of the sphygnomanometer(we'll call it the... |
| If I yell really loudly into a doctor麓s stethoscope while he is using it, can I make him go deaf? |
you could burst his eardrums making him deaf! ... |
| Why does you doctor ask you to take deep, slow breaths while he listens with a stethoscope? |
There are few reasons.
1. Normal breath sounds could be loud enough to interfere with listening to the heart sounds. Slower breaths are quieter.
2. Healthy heart supposed to change its rate ... |
| How much is Littman stehoscope in the Philippines? |
in bambang you may find Littman steth for about P3000. they're regulated so it's hard to have fake ones. Most (if not all) medical supplies in bambang are original. but the brand names de... |
| Nurses... what do you need??!!? |
sisors ( trauma and Bandage) hemostats, pen lights bp cuffs name tags anything that you might be able to use on the job would help boost your sales ... |
| Whenever I listen to my heartbeat, I notice it goes through fits of erratic beating or skipping. What's up? |
Probably PVC, or premature ventricular contractions which usually are benign. That being said, this is something you really should get checked out by a doctor. We have had a couple of young girls... |
| Why did they made me take my pants off so they could use a stethoscope near my...um..area? |
They do check for a groin hernia, which can cause a lot of pain and health problems. If they detect it early, they can operate you and fix it. Sometimes it won't even bother you in the beginni... |
| Hi, anyone out there have an idea where i can buy a littman stethoscope here in the philippines? thanks...? |
I would say go to the local Medical School and ask them where they send thier students ... |
| How does a doctor check your heartbeat?where all does he places his stethoscope?how much clothed are you? |
she or he checks your heartbeat on your left side, above your sternum. (rib cage) stethoscope is placed a few inches above your left nipple. you can wear a gown or a tee depending upon the make of ... |
| Can you tell me how does your doctor examine you with a stethoscope and how much clothed are you.? |
Well, in the US, they usually will go over a thin shirt, or under a thick sweater or shirt. There is *usually* no reason to remove your bra, but if you have an um...ample chest, they may need to.
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| Why do doctors tell you to take a deep breath and hold it while listening with a stethoscope? |
Because they can't hear your heart through the sounds of air exchange in your lungs when you're breathing. ... |
| What is the relation between heart beat and blood pressure? |
with the stethoscope you hear when the sound disappears and then appears. the heart rate is not important. the systolic bp is the pressure when the sound first appears and diastolic is when it disa... |
| Ear problems freaking me out? |
I agree with JB, blowing your nose or sneezing or whatever has caused a blockage in your eustacian tube. This is a tube that goes from your ear to the back of your throat. You need a decongestant... |
| Am I the only one who is concerned with all the nurse hats on the avatars here?? |
This is why you are still my only contact Nephthys. You make such wonderful observations. I actually spend most of my time on Yahoo! Answers debunking the wrong answers that are supplied most users... |
| Why is my heartbeat louder than my mother's? |
heartbeat is louder in females i think ... |
| Mitral Valve Prolapse? |
I have just been diagnosed with mvp and mitral regurgitation. And yes it would show up in an echo and will always be heard through a stethoscope. Some people who have MVP never even develop symptom... |
| Should my dad get counseling? |
No, he does not have the right! You have the right to say "NO!" It's your body and your health. You should have control of who does or does not touch you. Anything that makes you unc... |
| Girls...Please help.....? |
I would switch your doctor & get a female. That doesn't sound appropriate to me. Pelvic exams don't include touching your privates, pushing or listening with a stethoscope.
Talk wi... |
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