Do Perfusionists use stethoscopes?

<p dir="ltr">Perfusionists typically do not use stethoscopes during the actual procedure or while operating the heart-lung machine. Their role is more technical and involves monitoring and adjusting various parameters of the machine, such as blood flow rates, oxygen levels, and temperature, to ensure the patient's physiological parameters remain stable. They may also be responsible for administering medications and blood products as needed.</p><p dir="ltr">However, before and after the procedure, during patient assessments and consultations, perfusionists might use stethoscopes to listen to the patient's heart and lung sounds, just like other healthcare professionals, to assess the patient's condition and gather information about their cardiovascular and respiratory status.</p>

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