Sometimes the omission or neglect of certain medical equipment leads to the malfunction of medical practice. Therefore, before creating a medical center, whether you are a novice or a professional in the field, it is essential to know all the equipment you need.
The important thing is to have the right equipment to facilitate the care. This article will discover some important equipment that will help you succeed in any medical operation. In fact, there are several categories of medical centers: large hospitals, small and medium hospitals, neighborhood medical centers, etc.
The bathroom scale
Also known as an impedance meter, this equipment is very important to monitor a patient’s weight. There are three types: electronic, connected, and full-featured impedance meters.
The electronic scale
This type of scale is chic and easy to store. It is used to monitor the weight change of an individual who is on a diet according to medical prescriptions. In terms of functionality, a scale can record a lot of data and be used by anyone.
The connected scale
As its name suggests, the connected scale allows you to monitor your weight at any time. It is indeed equipped with a mobile application connected to the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi of your smartphone. In fact, this device is intended for fans of high-tech solutions. This type of device will be a plus for your practice insofar as it complies with the new technologies put in place.
The impedance meter
This is a complete scale that exists in several models and that allows you to measure bone mass, water mass, and fat mass in the body. By means of the current flowing from the electrodes in the tray, it is able to discern the weight lost or gained by an individual.
The most interesting thing is that it takes into account the sex, age, and height of the person. In fact, this type of home monitoring device is suitable for athletes, dieters, and those who want to control their weight.
Stethoscope
Dr. Rene Laennec developed this equipment in 1810. It is designed to auscultate and detect all internal sounds of the human body. It allows auscultation of the heart, lungs, abdomen, and blood vessels. To avoid certain risks of contamination or transmission of bacteria, regular disinfection of this device is recommended after each use.
The thermometer
Before any other consultation, temperature monitoring is essential. This small device is used to take the body temperature of a sick person. So, in order to follow the progression of fever, take the temperature at regular intervals and carefully follow the use of medication.
The blood pressure monitor
A blood pressure monitor is a device that is used to determine the blood pressure of an individual. And in order to diagnose hypertension or hypotension in a patient, the blood pressure monitor is an indispensable piece of equipment in a medical office.
Moreover, this equipment is used by the patient himself or with the help of a doctor or other health professional, but some hygienic rules must be respected.
Other than the care supplies such as gloves, hydroalcoholic gels, disinfectants, surgical masks, needles, and syringes, these four pieces of equipment mentioned above are the most recommended in medical centers of any category.
On the other hand, large hospitals must have:
First aid equipment
- A CT scan for more accurate ultrasound or radiological results
- A medical chart to determine the state of osteoporosis
- A blood glucose meter to measure the sugar level in diabetics and other patients
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