Medical instruments come in various types, each serving a specific purpose. Here’s an overview of different medical instruments and their uses:
- Diagnostic Instruments
- Stethoscopes: Used for listening to heart and lung sounds.
- Thermometers: Measure body temperature.
- Surgical Instruments
- Scalpels: For making precise cuts.
- Forceps: Used to hold or grasp tissue.
- Monitoring Instruments
- Blood Pressure Monitors: Track blood pressure levels.
- Pulse Oximeters: Measure oxygen saturation in the blood.
- Therapeutic Instruments
- Infusion Pumps: Deliver fluids and medication.
- Nebulizers: Administer medication in the form of a mist inhaled into the lungs.
- Imaging Instruments
- X-ray Machines: Capture images of the inside of the body.
- Ultrasound Devices: Use sound waves to
