Stethoscope Parts and Functions

Front

What is the main part of the stethoscope that consists of the diaphragm and the bell?

Back

Chest piece

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm on a stethoscope?

Back

To capture high-frequency sounds

Front

The bell on the chest piece is used to hear very ________ sounds like the vascular sound.

Back

low-frequency

Front

What connects the chest piece with the earpiece in a stethoscope?

Back

Tubing

Front

The stem allows users to switch between the diaphragm and bell of the chest piece by ________ and locking it with a ball bearing mechanism.

Back

rotating