Auscultation

usgb/ˌɔːskəlˈteɪʃn/
noun

The act of listening to the sounds made by one's heart, lungs or other body organs using a stethoscope.

The doctor used auscultation to check if there was any fluid in his patient's lungs.
Visual representation of "auscultation" - The act of listening to the sounds made by one's heart, lungs or other body organs using a stethoscope.

Often appears as...

  • physical auscultation
  • cardiac auscultation

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Technical

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Medical Procedure

Auscultation is a technical term used by healthcare professionals during physical examinations.

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During the exam, auscultation provided clear evidence of healthy breathing.
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Using Stethoscope

A stethoscope is essential for auscultation and is a symbol of the medical profession.

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The nurse performed auscultation with her stethoscope to check for heart murmurs.
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Serious Context

Auscultation is used in serious or professional contexts, often relating to health issues.

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Auscultation was crucial in diagnosing the child's lung condition.
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