My son is in EMT school, going to go on to become a paramedic and I want to get him one for Christmas.
Thanks for you help in advance.
2006-12-11 14:33:25 · 7 answers · asked by JS 7 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
By far the best and most affordable stethoscope is a Littman. You can get them online or at a nursing uniform store for anywhere from $75 and up. They are the best quality. You do get what you pay for in stethoscopes. This brand should last forever. I am a nurse at a hospital and we have nurses that have had their Littman's for over 10 years!
2006-12-11 16:36:06 · answer #1 · answered by April and Ken 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Littman stethoscopes are the best (in my opinion, anyways). They range in price from $40 to $300 and are of very good quality.
Check out this website: http://www.jascouniform.com
The Littman Select, S.E. Lightweight, and Classic 2 are all very good and priced generally under $100. I have a S.E. Lightweight, and it's actually a very good stethoscope for the money. If you are interested in spending a little more, the Master Cardiology and Cardiology 3 are also fantastic. I've got a Cardiology 3 also, and it's what I use on the ambulance.
Hope this helps!
2006-12-12 16:58:06 · answer #2 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I currently work as an EMT-P and use the Littman. They are a little pricey and can range from $85 and higher. Another one is the Welch Allen brand. Any from this list will work for him
2006-12-11 14:39:19 · answer #3 · answered by onebadmedic01 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This may sound strange, but the traditional stethoscope may soon be a thing of the past. They are increasingly becoming linked to electronic devices, so you might want to consider that. However, if you really want to know, ask a local nurse - they will tell you, and might even be able to get you a better price on one.
2006-12-11 14:38:23 · answer #4 · answered by Paul H 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Littmann . They are priced from $50 to $500. You get what you pay for. I have a friend that has one that cost $75. It gets the job done.
2006-12-11 14:39:40 · answer #5 · answered by Bob N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Will you be doing middle quality assessments with your middle price stethoscope?
2006-12-11 15:08:40 · answer #6 · answered by stratoframe 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
go to life uniform store nearest you--they have a sprague rappaport -type scope fopr cheep. they also have other styles,a s well.--any uniform (nursie type) will have a variety of stethopscopes----you will be able to take your pick.
2006-12-11 15:03:32 · answer #7 · answered by z-hag 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋