Introduction to Heart Sounds explains the origin and characteristics of
heart sounds and murmurs and provides auditory and visual waveform
examples of the most common of these sounds. Visual displays of
time-amplitude plots of the various sounds are provided in time
expansion mode to aid in discerning the details of the sound.Features included:
  A special feature for the student is the ability to get definitions of terms that may be unfamiliar by hovering over the italicized text or by clicking on it.  Each heart sound lesson includes illustrations of the heart valve condition. Illustrations of the mechanisms of production of heart sounds are also shown in a Murmur Mechanism Guide to facilitate learning. |
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Stethoscope Basics |
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Techniques: Learn how to get the best acoustical performance from your stethoscope. History of Stethoscopes: Learn the history of one of the most valuable diagnostic instructions in the history of medicine. Stethoscope Anatomy: Dissect one of our most popular stethoscopes and learn the significance of each piece. Short vs. Long Tubing: Determine the tubing length that is right for you. Differences in Acoustics: Discover what variables contribute to acoustical response. |
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