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Fundamental of Nursing Procedure Manual<br />

4. Auscultation<br />

Auscultation means listening the sounds transmitted by a stethoscope which is used to listen to the heart ,<br />

lungs and bowel sounds.<br />

Equipments required:<br />

1. Tray (1)<br />

2. Watch with a seconds hand (1)<br />

3. Height scale (1)<br />

4. Weight scale (1)<br />

5. Thermometer (1)<br />

6.. Stethoscope (1)<br />

7. Sphygmomanometer (1)<br />

8. Measuring tape (1)<br />

9. Scale (1)<br />

10.Tourch light or penlight (1)<br />

11. Spatula (1)<br />

12 Reflex hammer (1)<br />

13. Otoscope if available (1 set)<br />

14. Disposable gloves (1 pair)<br />

15. Cotton swabs and cotton gauze pad<br />

16. Examination table<br />

17. Record <strong>for</strong>m<br />

18. Ballpoint pen, pencils<br />

Procedure:<br />

Action (✽Rationale) Normal findings Abnormal findings/<br />

Changes from normal<br />

1. Explain the purpose and procedure<br />

( ✽ Providing in<strong>for</strong>mation fosters<br />

his/her cooperation and allays<br />

anxiety)<br />

2. Close doors and put screen.(✽ To<br />

provide privacy)<br />

3. Encourage the client to empty<br />

bladder( ✽ A full bladder makes<br />

him/her uncom<strong>for</strong>table)<br />

4.Per<strong>for</strong>m physical examination<br />

A. General examination<br />

Assess overall body appearance and<br />

mental status<br />

Inspection<br />

Observe the client’s ability to respond<br />

to verbal commands.( ✽ Responses<br />

indicate the client’s speech and<br />

cognitive function.)<br />

The client responds<br />

appropriately to commands<br />

The client confused,<br />

disoriented, or inappropriate<br />

responses

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