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Stethoscope

EMS

For auscultating blood pressure, lung, and heart sounds during assessment.

Approx. cost
$20–$200
Weight
5–12 oz
Used in
1 kit

Purpose

Listen to the sounds that inform a trained assessment.

Used in kits

Alternatives

  • Automated BP monitor— Doesn’t replace listening to lung sounds.

Maintenance notes

  • Keep the diaphragm intact and ear tips clean.

Buying considerations

  • A dual-head scope covers most field needs.
  • Fit of the ear tips affects what you can hear.

⚠️ Safety notes

  • Auscultation and interpretation are trained EMS/clinical skills — this is gear for credentialed responders.

Page history & editing

Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor