Newbie Question...

[blueiris]

Hi everyone! I am new to the boards, and I have some questions. I just enrolled in my CNA course that I have to take before I can start in on the nursing coursework. We are required to purchase a gait belt, stethoscope, and watch with a second hand. Please give me recommendations on these as far as quality, affordability, and ease of use. Also, please let me know if there are ones I should avoid. I definately want to do a little research before I go throw a bunch of money at this stuff. If possible, I would love to buy items that I can also use when I am in nursing school! Thanks :)

[Christie RN2006]

https://allnurses.com/nursing-stethoscope/

Click on that link for an entire forum about stethoscopes!

As for me, my favorite stethoscope is a Littman classic II and my favorite watch is a super cheap one from Walmart. I have had my watch for years and it still works like a charm and looks as good as the day I bought it :) I can't help you with the gait belt though, my recommendation would be to check at one of your local uniform or nursing supply stores.

Good luck with school!!

[SweetLemon]

https://allnurses.com/nursing-stethoscope/

Click on that link for an entire forum about stethoscopes!

As for me, my favorite stethoscope is a Littman classic II and my favorite watch is a super cheap one from Walmart. I have had my watch for years and it still works like a charm and looks as good as the day I bought it :) I can't help you with the gait belt though, my recommendation would be to check at one of your local uniform or nursing supply stores.

Good luck with school!!

You read my mind :yelclap: That is exactly what I was going to say...

[fuzzywuzzy, CNA]

Get a gait belt with a plastic clip instead of a metal buckle.

[cardiacmadeline, RN]

I have a Littmann Master Classic II stethoscope which I love!