Question

An instructor is teaching a student about the proper use of a stethoscope. The instructor determines the need for additional teaching when the student states which of the following?
A) Plastic tubing should be longer than 3 feet.
B) The bell is used after using the diaphragm.
C) When using the bell, push on it lightly.
D) A diaphragm picks up low-pitched sounds.

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

The statement that indicates the need for additional teaching is:

A) Plastic tubing should be longer than 3 feet.

In fact, longer tubing for a stethoscope can diminish sound quality and make it harder to hear the sounds clearly. The standard length for tubing is usually between 22 to 28 inches. Therefore, the statement about the plastic tubing being longer than 3 feet is incorrect and requires correction.