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.)

The diaphragm of the stethoscope is used for low-pitched sounds.

The binaural should fit snugly in the ears.

Short tubing provides the listener with the most accurate sounds.

The bell of the stethoscope is used for high-pitched sounds, such as lung sounds.

The stethoscope works by blocking out environmental sounds.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,E

A. The diaphragm of the stethoscope is used for high-pitched sounds, such as lung and normal heart sounds, not low-pitched sounds.

B. The binaural (earpieces) should fit snugly in the ears to ensure proper sound transmission and clarity.

C. Short tubing provides more accurate sounds by minimizing sound distortion, making it ideal for clinical use.

D. The bell of the stethoscope is used for low-pitched sounds, such as heart murmurs, not high-pitched sounds.

E. The stethoscope works by blocking out environmental sounds to help the user focus on internal body sounds.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Lordosis is an exaggerated inward curvature of the lumbar spine.
B. Scoliosis is a lateral curvature of the spine, often characterized by an "S" or "C" shape when viewed from behind. This is the disorder depicted in the image.
C. Kyphosis is an exaggerated outward curvature of the thoracic spine, often leading to a hunchback appearance.
D. Funnel chest (pectus excavatum) is a condition where the breastbone sinks into the chest, creating a sunken appearance.

A. Bronchovesicular B. Bronchial C. Dullness D. Flatness

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Bronchovesicular sounds are normal lung sounds that are typically heard over the mainstem bronchi and are expected during auscultation.

B. Bronchial sounds are also normal and are typically heard over the trachea; they are expected lung sounds.

C. Dullness is not a lung sound but rather a descriptor of percussion notes, typically indicating fluid or solid mass in the lungs.

D. Flatness is also not a normal lung sound but refers to a percussion note that can suggest the presence of fluid or a solid mass.

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