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Top 5 Stethoscopes Used in Nursing: A Comprehensive Comparison As a nurse, a stethoscope is one of the most important tools in your arsenal. It allows you to listen to a patient's heart, lungs, and other vital organs, helping you to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions. However, with so many stethoscopes on the market, it can be difficult to know which one to choose. In this blog post, we'll compare the top 5 stethoscopes used in nursing, evaluating each one based on its pros and cons, cost, effectiveness, and other relevant information. Criteria for Evaluation Before we dive into the top 5 stethoscopes, let's first discuss the criteria we used to evaluate them. When choosing a stethoscope, there are several factors to consider, including: Sound quality: A stethoscope should be able to transmit clear, accurate sounds from a patient's body to the listener's ears. Durability: A stethoscope should be able to withstand frequent use and last for several years. Comf...

Story by  Daniel Zwerdling NPR  Correspondent, Investigations Unit For years I have been teaching and talking about liability and  disability  insurance for nurses.  I explain that if you get hurt on the job; most if not all hospitals make it difficult for you to get the help you need as a nurse.  Even if you get on some type of disability; the amount of money you will receive maybe only be around 50-60% of your normal income if you are lucky.  The story below taken from NPR is a great example of how nurses can e lost in the crack and not helped even when simply doing their job. Daniel presents the case of Terry Cawthorn and Mission Hospital, in Asheville, N.C., which provides a look into how some hospital officials around the country have shrugged off an epidemic. "Cawthorn was a nurse at Mission for more than 20 years. Her supervisor testified under oath that she was "one of my most reliable employees."    Then, as w...