Question

The device used to hear heartbeats is called a

• A. sphygmomanometer
• B. manometer
• C. thermometer
• D. stethoscope

Answer 1

The correct option is D

stethoscope

The correct option is d) stethoscope

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Stethoscope is a device that physicians use to hear heartbeats of patients.
2. Other internal sounds of the organs such as lungs and bowel sounds can also be amplified and heard using a stethoscope.
3. It is also used to check blood pressure.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

Sphygmomanometer is used to measure blood pressure.

Option B:

Manometer is used measure absolute pressure.

Option C:

Thermometer is used measure temperature.

Final answer: The device used to hear heartbeats is called a stethoscope.