Stethoscope Chest Piece Diaphragm
Item Name Code (INC) 13197
Additional Information for Stethoscope Chest Piece Diaphragm
Stethoscope chest piece diaphragms are a component of stethoscopes used in medical, dental, and veterinary settings. They are part of the chest piece, which is the main component of a stethoscope that allows healthcare professionals to listen to internal sounds of the body, such as heartbeats, lung sounds, and bowel sounds.
The diaphragm is a circular, flat piece made of a flexible material, typically rubber or plastic. It is located on the chest piece and is designed to transmit sound vibrations from the patient's body to the healthcare professional's ears. When placed on the patient's skin, the diaphragm vibrates in response to internal sounds, which are then amplified and transmitted through the stethoscope tubing to the healthcare professional's ears.
Stethoscope chest piece diaphragms come in different sizes to accommodate patients of various ages and body sizes. They are typically removable and can be replaced if damaged or worn out. Some stethoscopes also have dual-sided chest pieces, with a diaphragm on one side and a bell on the other. The bell is used for detecting low-frequency sounds, while the diaphragm is more sensitive to high-frequency sounds.
Overall, stethoscope chest piece diaphragms are essential components of stethoscopes, allowing healthcare professionals to accurately assess and diagnose patients by listening to their internal body sounds.
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