Which of the following is the function of the stethoscope?

Enables us to hear the heartbeat

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Enables us to measure heartbeat

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Enables us to measure blood pressure

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Enables us to amplify blood pressure

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Solution

The correct option is A Enables us to hear the heartbeat
The function of the stethoscope is to amplify the sound of the heart. It consists of a chest piece, two earpieces and tube joining these two pieces. The chest piece carries a sensitive diaphram that when placed on the chest amplifies the heart beat.

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