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Mod A Unit 1
Chapter 3 Preparing the Exam Room
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Health Care
Not Applicable
11/16/2012

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Term
Ophthalmoscope
Definition
Instrument used to examine the internal structure of the eye.
Term
Otoscope
Definition
Instrument used to examin the ear canal and eardrum.
Term
Penlight
Definition
Instrument used to enhance examination in a cavity and to check for pupillary response to light.
Term
Specimen
Definition
Sample of a larger part, such as body tissue or cells.
Term
Speculum
Definition
Instrument for viewing a cavity.
Term
Audiometer
Definition
Electronic instrument used to test hearing.
Term
Lubricant
Definition
Agent used to reduce friction by making a surface moist.
Term
Percussion Hammer
Definition
Instrument used to measure tendon reflexes.
Term
Tape Measure
Definition
Device used to measure body parts and wound length.
Term
Tongue Depressor
Definition
Instrument used to hold the tongue down or move it from side to side when examining the mouth.
Term
Tuning Fork
Definition
Instrument used to test hearing acuity by air or bone conduction.
Term
Sphymomanometer
Definition
Measures blood pressure.
Term
Stethoscope
Definition
Listen to heart, lung, and bowel sounds.
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