question on stethoscope

Jul 23, 2009 09:03 PM

by mkach

Hi,
I start with Eastern Michigan's nursing program this September and I am debating what stethoscope to buy. I have minimal hearing loss in both ears which does not really impact my normal hearing. I wonder if I should by a cardiology stethoscope just to be on the safe side. I would love some advice.

Do-over · Jul 23, 2009, 09:52 PM

Re: question on stethoscope

I would start with a cheapie and see how you hear with that first - if it doesn't work you aren't out a lot of money. I was fine with my $9 stethoscope until I got an upgrade for my birthday. The best thing was - no one seems to "walk away" with the $9 stethoscope...

You'll probably have the chance to try out other stethoscopes when school starts (classmates, instructors, etc.) and can see what you need/like before spending a ton.

tothepointeLVN · Jul 23, 2009, 11:27 PM

Re: question on stethoscope

I couldn't jack through the sprague $10 special my school issued me. I then got a prestige littman knockoff. Tiny bit better. Now my cardio 3 heaven. I could heard so much more than my classmates. Though I would settle for a classic.

**Silverdragon102** · Jul 24, 2009, 09:26 AM

Re: question on stethoscope

Moved to nursing stethoscope forum

mkach · Jul 24, 2009, 05:04 PM

Re: question on stethoscope

Thanks!!! guess I should have poked about a bit more

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