MEDICAL AND PATIENT EQUIPMENT

Designed to aid in the diagnosis, monitoring or treatment of medical conditions. There are different types for diagnosis, treatments, Sampling and rehabilitation. For nurses, there are certain types of specific equipment. The medical and patient 

 here some examples:

• STETHOSCOPE : a medical instrument for listening the action of someone's heart or breathing.
• TOURNIQUET : a device for stopping the flow of blood through a vein or artery.

Here is a list of some of the most common supplies found in doctor's offices, operating rooms, and medical kits. Read the next exercise and try to complete.

ACTIVITY 1

Matching Exercise
Match the comments with the supplies that are needed:

1	I can't catch my breath.		a	table and head-rest paper
2	Prepare the examining table for the next patient.		b	thermometer
3	We'll have to get a blood sample.		c	oxygen mask
4	I need to sterilize the wound.		d	hypodermic needle
5	We'll have to feed him with liquids.		e	bandage scissors
6	Let's find out your weight.		f	scales
7	I need to examine the patient in private.		g	eye chart
8	Let's check your vision.		h	antiseptic
9	Let's see if you are running a fever.		i	IV bag
10	Can you cut this gauze for me?		j	privacy screen

ACTIVITY 2

Read and complete next MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LIST

Medical Equipment by Sol Ahumada