INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT

Question 1

otoscope and ophthalmoscope

Answer 1

used to examine the ears and eyes; disposable covers should be used prior to examining the ears with the otoscope. These instruments may be handheld or wall-mounted.

Question 2

nasal speculum

Answer 2

dilates the nares for examination of the internal structures

Question 3

tongue depressor

Answer 3

a flat wooden stick used to depress the tongue for examination of the throat

Question 4

reflex hammer

Answer 4

a small hammer with a rubber head used to test reflexes in a neurological examination

Question 5

tuning fork

Answer 5

used to test for bone vibration and auditory acuity

Question 6

stethoscope

Answer 6

used to take blood pressure and listen to the heart, lung, and abdominal sounds

Question 7

gloves

Answer 7

disposable exam gloves of various sizes

Question 8

lubricant

Answer 8

a water-soluble lubricant available to be used for rectal or vaginal exams

Question 9

hemocult cards and developer

Answer 9

to check stools for blood after a rectal exam

Question 10

tape measure

Answer 10

disposable paper measures can be used to measure body parts, wounds, areas of skin rash or excoriation, ulcers, and other areas of the body.