Proscope Pediatric

Understanding proscope pediatric and the purple 675 – A Nurse’s Guide

As a nurse, you are always looking for ways to make your job easier. You need tools that help you care for your patients quickly and efficiently. Enter proscope pediatric and the Purple 675. In this blog post, we’ll explore the features of these two tools and how they can help nursing professionals provide better care to their patients.

What is proscope pediatric?

proscope pediatric is a handheld device designed specifically for pediatric nurses. The device has been designed with ease-of-use in mind, so it’s easy to use even in the busiest of situations. Combining lightweight comfort with sensitive acoustics, ADC Proscopes are an ideal general-exam scope for the institutional setting.

What is the purple 675?

The purple 675 is an essential tool for any nurse who works with children. This device helps nurses monitor vital signs with accuracy and consistency without relying on cumbersome machines or manual measurements. Its built-in accelerometer technology allows nurses to track movement patterns in real time so they can accurately diagnose any problems with ease. This 675 is a paediatric version of the popular proscope Dual Head.

What Are the Benefits of Using proscope pediatric?

The proscope pediatric is packed full of features that make it an ideal choice for any nurse. Its lightweight design and user-friendly interface make it easy to use on any patient type, no matter their age or size. Additionally, its advanced imaging technologies allow you to get high-resolution images quickly and easily so that you can confidently diagnose your patient’s condition in no time at all. Furthermore, its ergonomic design makes it comfortable to use during long shifts in the emergency room or clinic setting without causing fatigue or discomfort in your hands or arms while using it. Finally, its affordability makes it accessible even to smaller practices with limited budgets who may not be able to afford more expensive options available on the market today.

The proscope675 features:

• Lightweight aluminium chestpiece construction
• Non-chill diaphragm only nurse style chestpiece (1 3/4″ diameter)
• Ideally suited for blood pressure measurement
• Proprietary diaphragm enhances acoustic response by 50% over traditional designs
• Adjustable aluminium binaurals with PVC eartips
• Flexible 21″ PVC tubing is made without phthalates
• Inspected and packaged in the Australia
• Weighs just 2.41 oz. (68.4g)
• Overall length 31.5″ (80cm)
• One Year Warranty

1.How do you use a proscope pediatric

• Get a high-quality proscope pediatric.

With the right stethoscope, healthcare providers can more effectively diagnose their patients and gain insight into what’s going on inside. Investing in a quality instrument is key to providing superior patient care.

1.Single-tube stethoscopes provide a more accurate listening experience due to their motionless design, allowing for clear and uninterrupted sound transmission. The double tube option can create distractions from rubbing noises that may interfere with low frequency sounds.

2. To ensure your stethoscope remains comfortable yet functional, opt for a thicker and stiffer tube that is short in length. For greater versatility, use tubing of longer proportions.

3. Check for airtightness by tapping on the diaphragm of your stethoscope – with caution. Listen to the earpieces carefully, if no sound is heard then there may be a leak in the tube that needs inspecting!

• Adjust your proscope pediatric’s earpieces

Ensure your stethoscope fits snugly on each ear; otherwise, you can be left listening to an infuriating silence.

Ensure your earpieces are properly oriented facing forward, or else hearing will be impaired. An airtight seal is also important to minimize unwanted ambient sound while you’re listening with the stethoscope. If they don’t fit well enough, consider buying different-sized and shaped detachable earpieces from a medical supplies store – many models even offer adjustable tilting options for greater comfort!

2.Listening to the heart

• Hold the diaphragm over the patient’s heart.

Get an aural snapshot of your patient’s upper respiratory health by placing the diaphragm just beneath their breast, at the convergence point between their fourth and sixth ribs. Allowing for only minimal contact with the stethoscope, carefully position your pointer and middle fingers to capture any subtle sounds from within.

• Listen to the heart for a full minute

Help the person relax by having them take slow, deep breaths. Let them listen for the two distinct sounds of a healthy heart; the “lub” and “dub”. These are known as systolic and diastolic respectively. With each breath, they should be able to hear their heartbeat calming down into its normal rhythm

The “lub-dub” of the heart is actually two distinct sounds, produced by different sets of valves. The first comes from the mitral and tricuspid valves closing – producing a systolic sound – while diastole results from the closure of the aortic and pulmonic valve pairs.

• Count the number of heartbeats you hear in a minute.

The resting heart rate for adults and children over 10 years old is typically ranging between 60 to 100 beats per minute. However, those with a higher level of physical fitness may benefit from an even lower reading; well-trained athletes generally find their normal baseline in the 40 to 60 beat range.

• For people under 10 years old, there are several different ranges of resting heart rates to think about. Among these ranges are:

1. 70–190 beats per minute for babies up to one month old

2. 80–160 beats per minute for babies 1–11 months old

3. 80–130 beats per minute for children 1–2 years old

4. 80–120 beats per minute for children ages 3–4.

5. Children ages 5 to 6: between 75 and 115 beats per minute

6. 7–9-year-old children: 70–110 beats per minute

• Listen for abnormal heart sounds.

As you monitor the heartrate of your patient, be sure to pay special attention for any unusual sounds – such as a skipped beat or an extra one. Any deviations from “lub-dub” may signal that medical intervention is required and should not be overlooked.

1. You may hear an abnormal sound while listening to your patient’s heartbeat– a “lub-shhh-dub” or even a whooshing noise. This could indicate the presence of a heart murmur, which is caused by rapid blood flow through valves in the heart. Most murmurs are harmless; however, certain types can signify serious underlying issues with one’s cardiovascular health and should be examined further by their physician for proper treatment.

2. If you spot something unusual while listening to your patient’s heart, it could be a warning sign of ventricular defect. Keep an ear out for a low-frequency vibration that might indicate the presence of what medical professionals call a “ventricular gallop” or S3. Don’t hesitate – prompt them to see their physician as soon as possible!

3. Identify abnormal heart sounds confidently by comparing audio recordings of normal and irregular beats. Quickly identify potential cardiovascular issues with the power of sound!

3.Listening to the Lungs

• Ask your patient to sit straight up and breathe normally.

While examining the patient, take a moment to encourage them to breathe deeply so you can get a better sense of their respiratory condition. This is an important step in helping accurately assess any potential health issues they may be facing.

• Use the diaphragm of your proscope pediatric to listen to your patient’s lungs.

When conducting a physical examination on your patient’s lungs, remember to use the stethoscope in all of its positions. Think top, middle and bottom – listen for any anomalies over both the front and back surfaces of each area, carefully noting down anything that stands out from normal observations. This thorough approach allows you to ensure complete assessment coverage across all lung lobes so get listening!

• Listen for normal breathing sounds.

Healthy lungs produce clear, consistent sounds when someone exhales – a bit like blowing gently across the top of a cup. Compare these audible indicators to those you hear in your patient’s breathing to assess their state and progress.

• Normal breath sounds come in two forms:

Through careful auscultation of the tracheobronchial tree, medical professionals are able to detect distinct bronchial sounds generated by air passing through the respiratory system. Meanwhile, over lung tissue there is audible evidence in the form of vesicular breathings — all components indicative of a patient’s overall wellbeing.

• Listen for abnormal breath sounds.

Abnormal breath sounds, such as wheezing, stridor, rhonchi and rales can be indicative of a pulmonary obstruction or other respiratory condition. These soundless warning signs may signal the presence of air or fluid around the lungs restricting airflow to an too slow or fast rate.

• There are four kinds of breath sounds that shouldn’t be there:

1. A telltale sign of asthma or allergy-related breathing issues is a high-pitched whistling sound created when one exhales, known as wheezing. When experienced by someone with respiratory difficulties such as asthma, the inhalation and exhalation process can betray itself through this distinctive noise – in some cases without even requiring medical instruments for detection.

2. Stridor is a condition characterized by high-pitched and musical breathing created from an obstruction at the back of the throat. The wheezing sound can easily be heard even without medical assistance, defining it as one of most distinct signs indicating its occurrence in individuals.

3. Rhonchi is a low, resonant sound not detectable to the human ear. With a stethoscope it has been likened to snoring due to its distinctive “rough” air movement which can be indicative of an obstructed airflow in the lungs.

4. The lungs of a person with rales showcase a unique sound; like bubbles popping from bubble wrap or ingredients being stirred in the pot. As they breathe in, one can hear these distinctive sounds resonating throughout their body.

4.Listening to Abdominal Sounds

• Place the diaphragm on your patient’s bare stomach.

Focus your next patient diagnosis by using the belly button as a point of orientation. Take four quadrants around it for evaluation; starting with left, then right, and finishing off at bottom-left and bottom-right. A comprehensive listening plan to ensure successful treatments!

• Listen for normal bowel sounds.

Abnormal bowel sounds may manifest as anything other than a low, rumbling sound. Following any type of surgery it’s important to keep an ear out for this particular growl-like noise which signals digestive health. A lack thereof could indicate the need for medical attention.

• Listen for abnormal bowel sounds

Patients can have digestive issues that may not be immediately obvious. By listening to bowels, healthcare practitioners are able to detect underlying problems by noting any unusual sounds indicative of an issue. Normal bowel noises indicate healthy digestion but should anyone experience irregularities in this regard, a medical evaluation is suggested for early and appropriate treatment.

Patients concerned with abnormal intestinal noises should seek medical advice to ensure their well-being.

1. When it comes to digestive health, the absence of bowel sounds could be your body’s way of telling you something isn’t right. This can sometimes indicate that there is an obstruction blocking the stomach or may mean constipation has set in;

however if those noises do not return on their own, further examination by a medical professional might be necessary.

2. Abnormal bowel sounds can be a sign of serious tissue damage or death – if the patient is experiencing loud noises followed by complete silence, immediate medical attention should be sought.

3. Excessive high-pitched bowel sounds can be an indication of a blocked intestine and should warrant further medical attention.

4. Many causes can create changes in the normal speed and intensity of bowel sounds. These range from drugs, spinal anesthesia, to even abdominal surgery. More serious issues such as Crohn’s disease or gastrointestinal bleeding may also cause fast or loud noises within the intestines. Additionally, an infection along with food allergies, diarrhea and/or ulcerative colitis are all potential culprits behind unusual intestinal activity.

5. Listening For a Bruit

• Determine if you need to check for a bruit.

Checking for signs of a heart murmur? Be sure to include the possibility of an accompanying bruit. Although they are definitionally different, these two sounds can be indistinguishable and require further investigation if identified.

• Place the diaphragm of your stethoscope over one of the carotid arteries.

Feel the pulse of your patient’s carotid arteries with two fingers; these vital vessels can be found on either side of their Adam’s apple, where gentle examination will reveal a steady and reassuring heartbeat.
Too much pressure on an artery can quickly cause a person to faint, so be mindful of the amount you use. Never seek out both carotid arteries simultaneously – this could potentially result in serious consequences.

• Listen for bruits.

Checking for bruits is an important part of a physical exam. A bruit – distinguishable from the softer murmur by its whooshing sound- indicates changes in artery size and can be heard louder near the carotid, abdominal aorta, renal arteries, iliac and femoral arteries during examination.

6. Checking Blood Pressure

• Wrap the blood pressure cuff around your patient’s arm, right above the elbow.

Ensure your patient’s comfort and accuracy by ensuring that their cuff fits appropriately! If a sleeve is obstructing the way, consider rolling it up. Use an appropriate sized blood pressure cuff so that it wraps snugly around their arm without being too tight or too loose – if necessary, be sure to get another size for optimal fitment.

• Press the diaphragm of the stethoscope over the brachial artery just below the cuff’s edge.

Locate your brachial artery by taking a pulse on the inside of your arm. If you’re having difficulty hearing with the bell, try using a diaphragm instead to detect low-pitched Korotkoff sounds – these noises indicate systolic blood pressure readings for patients.

• Inflate the cuff to 180mmHg or 30mm above your expected systolic blood pressure.

To take an accurate reading of your blood pressure, carefully observe the sphygmomanometer as you gradually release air from the cuff at a rate of 3mm/sec. Gently listen with a stethoscope for changes in sound as it is released to get optimal results.

• Listen for Korotkoff sounds.

Carefully observe the sphygmomanometer for a critical indicator of your patient’s health—the systolic blood pressure. Listen closely and note when it stops, as that reading will give you an accurate snapshot of their diastolic pressure too.

• Release and remove the cuff.

After taking a blood pressure reading, release the cuff and record two values that total to your patient’s final BP measurement. For example, 110/70 – an indicator of normal cardiovascular health!

7.Wait a few minutes if you want to check the patient’s

blood pressure again.

Elevated blood pressure can indicate a medical issue, so if you suspect your patient may be suffering from hypertension, it might be beneficial to remeasure their systolic and diastolic levels. A high reading of over 120/80 should prompt an assessment by their physician.

Conclusion:

Nurses need reliable tools that make their jobs as easy as possible while still providing quality care to their patients. With proscope pediatric and the Purple 675, nurses now have two powerful devices they can use to ensure they provide the best possible care for their patients quickly and accurately every time. If you’re a nurse looking for ways to improve your practice, these are two must-have tools!