OBSERVATIONS ON STETHOSCOPE EFFICIENCY.
Abstract
Experimental models of acoustic stethoscopes were designed, constructed, and compared with conventional models in an attempt to combat background noise interference. Selected prototypes were evaluated by flight surgeons on aircraft carriers and in helicopters. None of the instruments were useful for auscultation in helicopter noise. In carrier noise, several of the new patterns appeared more effective than the standard stethoscopes procured by the Federal services. Promising lines of further development are being pursued. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 25, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0664662
Entities
People
- E. S. Mendelson
Organizations
- Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster