As a medic in the army we definitely wear our stethoscopes around our necks, if you put it down it’s gone for ever lol.

Glad I came across this video. I have applied to several nursing programs. I'm trying to buy my supplies and necessities now since I will not be able to work during nursing school.

I'm getting ready for nursing school in the spring, and this video was timed perfectly! I just sent a not-so-subtle list for Christmas to my husband lol Thank you!

Also an army medic and civilian paramedic - always in my pocket (can't get lost). Also - a stethoscope is a great way to get choked out by a combative patient, so there is that. I have used a master classic II for 6 years and think its great, but upgrading since I need something that supports pediatrics better. My wife uses a classic III as a pediatric resident and likes it overall.

Liz! AMAZING TIMING, once again! I was just about to buy my stethoscope for nursing school, and I always cherish your advice. Thank you for such an awesome and comprehensive video!

I love my cardiology IV! It’s amazing. I had the cardiology III thru nursing school and RN.

I have the Littmann III Classic. This is my second week of OB clinicals. I had Mother/baby last week and loved that tiny stethoscope. The sounds were so clear. When I did ED clinicals I fell in love with the Littmann cardio stethoscope. No flipping and the lung and heart sounds were ridiculously clear. One day I will spend my funds to purchase one. At clinicals I usually have my stethoscope in my pocket with alcohol wipes. However, it is really inconvenient when I'm asked to perform a task that requires it and need to use it quickly. So I'm reconsidering placing in back around my neck for quick access.

As a paramedic I definitely wore mine around my neck at least when not at the station. I used a littmann master classic II. I still have it 20 years later. I’m going to get the cardiology IV for PA school.

Ohh my gosh! I’ve followed you forever ago and didn’t realize we live in the same town. I’m a nursing student in Waketech and if I see you anywhere in the hallways of one of the hospitals I’m rotating, I’m definitely gonna be in fan mode

thank you for this!! I coulldn't decide what one to buy as a bedside nurse in a childrens ward. Ill go with the classic

Classic Littmann III is perfect for nursing students! I don't wear it around my neck because 1. It can irritate my skin from running around and 2. It can swing and get in the way of patient care. The cardiology IV is a great stethoscope but sometimes lack of experience makes it more difficult to figure out the nuances of different sounds so I agree better suited for later or as a provider. Thanks for another great video! Always enjoy hearing your insight!

I have the Littman Classic III in all black and I really love it❣️ I am now a second year nursing student, I bought and used my littman during the second half of my first year and it made a huge difference. Before I bought the littman I was using a steth that just came with my sphygmomanometer and to be honest I was really having a hard time practicing with it. Even though littman is a bit on the pricey side, I have no regrets. The all black classic III looks really sleek and unique at the same time, that’s why I got mine in that color. I was also considering about buying a cardiology IV as an option as well, but at that time I just felt it’s too expensive and maybe I can make use of the classic III more since I’m still a nursing student. Anyways, thank you for a great video and review about these steths, definitely a good reference in buying stethoscopes❣️

This video was very helpful thank you!

I used a Littmann Classic III through nursing school and now that I’m in the NICU, I have my infant stethoscope. I only wear mine around my neck right after using mine and I’m staying at the bedside for more hands-on care. But other than that, I have my stethoscope on my hip using a hip clip.

A stethoscope is a good investment, it is also one of the few tools that can potentially last a lifetime. I agree that it also depends on what your goal is, providers will require a tool that can detect finer sounds (e.g., need a finer tuned stethoscope) as opposed to what can be detected with a $20 stethoscope. A Master Classic II or a Cardiology series are always good to have. I would also recommend having a cheaper stethoscope as well, in case anyone needs to use it they can borrow the cheap as oppose to using your own. I wouldn't advise lending your own as a way to prevent any accidental theft or misplacement. I have always loosely rolled the stethoscope to fit inside my scrub's pocket, I don't know anyone who wears their stethoscope around their neck all day; it's uncomfortable, not to mention sweaty and itchy (that might be my dermatitis).

When I worked on the floor I would assess my patients then just leave it at the desk and use it again if I needed it. Now that I work in the ED I wear it around my neck all the time but try to take it off in between patients more d/t the weight especially after upgraded to the cardiology IV.

When I was going to emt school my parents bought me the cardiology 4 with my name engraved literally the best stethoscope I have ever used trying to get into nursing school haha so stay tuned

Love your videos keep up the good work

Hello, Thank you for the video. What is your take on electronic stethoscope? Could you please comment on any of benefits separately (volume levels, noise canceling, frequency shift - ability to hear ultra low frequencies of cardiovascular system).

I started with an MDF MD ONE through school and my initial months of work as a full fledged nurse. It was great for heart and lungs sounds, but lacked so much in the bowel sound arena. I work a GI unit, and we get so many patients with near-silent gut sounds, I needed better. I now use a Littman Cardiology IV, and it blows my old MDF out of the water. Both are solid options though!

When I worked ICU I always wore it. I had purple too. Drs tend to borrow and walk away with it. 😤

I looovvveeedd my neon orange Classic 2 😍 But like a white stehoscope, it gets smudges and gross. This is right on time, as I have been debating what to buy now that NP school is done!

This is super helpful!! Today is my orientation day for my ABSN, your content always helped.

This was really helpful. When I was at the bedside I used the classic lll which worked well. I used to have a sprague rappaort that I didn’t like at all. I just got the cardiology lV for my advanced assessment class and clinical, I’m looking forward to using it. Someone also gave me a littmann cardiology master stethoscope that I have not tried yet.

Hi! I’m going to study LPN. So, in my case, should I buy Litman stethoscope cardiology IV or Stethoscope Classic III? Which one is better? Thanks!

I wear mine or have it on the computer I'm using. I don't let it leave my site lol because they go missing. Plus I just upgraded to littman cardiology so I don't want to loose it.

Beginning of nursing school I wore mine a round my neck religiously. I thought I was so cool! By the end of school, I was over it. 😄 Comfort is key!

I really appreciated the side by side of the 2 choices. Even though I don't intend on being a NP, I work in an outpt dialysis and most of the time I am the highest level of medical professional in the building and the medical providers that I am consulting with are having to use my assessments in order to give verbal orders over the phone. I'm always listening for crackles in lung sounds and changes in heart rate and rhythm and or pleural friction rubs/pericardial friction rubs. I have been eyeing the cardiology IV for a little while and I think I may pull the trigger on it and get one.

I do wear mine around my neck! lol Thanks for the recommendations! :)

Perfect timing because I'm starting NP clinicals next month! What tube length is your Cardiology IV? One of my instructors advised to get 18-20in, but it seems that the options for the 22in Cardiology IV are pretty limited.

My school was gracious enough to gift us an MDF stethoscope - thankful but hated it to no end (couldn’t hear a thing); since I was in an ABSN and had a plan to become an NP and work outpatient as an RN, I did buy my Littmann cardio stethoscope on sale on Black Friday on Amazon. Love it and I’ve heard murmurs on newborn infants in my peds rotation with it; I’ve even diagnosed older adults with murmurs as a student and referred out; won’t trade it it for anything else.

I've always worn my stethoscope around my neck. From the time of nursing school,. all the way to now that I'm an NP. It's never bothered me at all. I used a cheapo stethoscope in nursing school (came with a pocket organizer for $20) and once I graduated and was working in the CTICU upon graduating, I bought a Master Classic II (I knew I wasn't going to deal with pediatrics) and then shortly after I splurged and got the Master Cardiology (which I only keep at home as a backup and to assess family members). My Master Classic II has been going strong since 2005, just had to repair the rim a few months ago.

I put it around my neck lol I have the Eko stethoscope and I love it… it comes with an app and I can record sounds and share it with the provider..if I put it down it’ll grow legs and walk away lol.. I’m a Cvicu nurse planning to become a CRNA

I absolutely love my Eko!

Really helpful 😀

I’m not in med school but I’m going to get a Littman classic 3 just for fun!

I got a cardiology Littman one right off the bat going into nursing school. (A nurse had gifted me a cheap one one time but I could not hear anything with the cheap one). I got my good one in a turquoise blue color. It's a very good stethoscope and I would definitely buy it again. I did get it engraved but it is pretty hard to see my name on it. It has ran away on me a few times- but has miraculously found its way back. I say that now and it will probably disappear on me next week. lol

Thank you!

I'm in nursing school for my BSN, but the goal is FNP!

Thank you for another great video! Fun fact - you can use your HSA/HRA dollars to buy a stethoscope! That’s how I got mine essentially for free since my HRA money was about to expire at the end of last year!

I used a belt clip when I worked as a 911 responder. I was always terrified a patient might try to grab at it.

as a hospice nurse I do wear my stethoscope constantly, as I have laid it down in patient homes before and walked out of patient homes without it. This became old, so now, it is like my second skin, or a part of my clothing.

What about for hearing the heartbeat of a dog or cat any stethoscope recommendations

Also I worked with a few nurses in med surg who would wear theirs around their necks for all 12 hrs, I never understood that! Mine lives in my scrubs leg pocket to start, and pretty much after my shift assessments then lives on the desk until the shift is done haha

I’m in LVN school right now and we have been told to put the stethoscope in our pockets. I’m okay with it. I can hardly wear a necklace without being bothered by it. I don’t think I would do well with a stethoscope around my neck for hoursssss

I wear mine around my neck for like 7-8 hrs out of the 12 hr shifts. They are very heavy... I need to start placing it in my pocket

We arent allowed to wear stethoscope around our necks in nursing school or in any hospitals for infections control reasons. I have a litman classic three and it's pretty great!

I use it around my neck just for my assessments but that’s it 😂😂😂. As a FNP student I waited to pass patho so now I can get the cardiology IV ☺️good tips as usual

also make sure you price compare sites that have free engraving vs $10 for engraving. usually the "free" service are $10 (or more) more expensive because they include the engraving in the price (from my observation) so if you're not going to actually engrave it.... it'll probably be cheaper elsewhere. Etsy has very nice hand made metal stamped stethoscope ID tags for sale at affordable prices (>$10 + ship).

I got a Litman classic III in Bright Orange because stethoscopes were known to walk on the unit I was going to work on lol... I was the only one with that loud color!!! It’s beautifully bright but stains easily (bummer) I wasn’t smart to even think of getting a case for it but it never walked!!! I have since graduated to have the Cardiology IV while going to NP school!

I am a Cardiothoracic surgeon and so I always keep my stethoscope in my pocket unless I am doing multiple consults one after the other.

Hey Liz! I'm a Senior Year high school student and I'm exploring the option of becoming a nurse! Colleges I'm looking at recommend speaking to an experienced nurse to hear their perspective and get to know more about the occupation. If you would be able to schedule a call with me one day please let me know! I would appreciate it so much! Also keep up the amazing work you do and wonderful vids! Much Love, Xavi

Liz, I use to own the Littmann Classic II 🩺 but miraculously that walked away on the unit😢. I now own the Littmann Classic III and the Littmann Master Cardiology, which was a gift from my youngest daughter five years ago. Since recently graduating and passing my FNP boards in June, my two oldest daughters have given my the 💰to purchase the Littmann Cardiology IV. I’m still deciding, which Chestpiece color I would like stainless steel or rainbow. I need to order it soon since I’m starting my new job September 28th. Thanks for sharing my friend. Alberta

For those with hearing loss like me, I'd recommend getting an EKO attachment which amplifies sounds and allow for wireless connection. I personally have the Cardiology IV. The downside to it is the weight; it's heavy which is why I don't put it around my neck. The tubing is also fairly short.

I wear around my neck for the first 2 hours of my shift while I’m doing assessments, and then I leave it by my computer.

I always did until I worked trauma on a lock down unit. We had violent patients and prison inmates on our floor. I was warned not to wear it around my neck because a patient could coke you with it. Admittedly I am back to wearing it around my neck because in out patient dialysis I am constantly listening to heart and lung sounds.

Hi there! I’m in my last semester of NP school, but I’ve had my Master Cardiology since I started as a bedside RN. I got the Master Cardiology because when I was a new grad in a noisy, busy Emergency Room, I was having trouble hearing with my Classic III. So, something for RNs to consider, especially in the Emergency Room. Just my two cents! Great video and thank you for all of your videos! I enjoy them!

I’m starting my Medical assistant class in a week and I’ve been trying to decide on what stethoscope to get because I can’t afford a littmann stethoscope at this moment and I’m really trying to get something affordable and of good quality any suggestions?

My mother-in-law just bought my stethoscope for nursing school as a gift. She is a nurse and said I would want the Cardiology IV since my goal is to ultimately become a NP. I’m nervous that I should have gotten the Classic 3 instead 😬 should I send it back and get a new one?

Great Video which of the two stethoscopes can you recommend?

Is the NP binder suitable for PAs? Thank you

How about spirit stets?

I’m 39, I’ll be 40 in December and hopefully will be starting my lpn journey in January. I plan on working in geriatrics (ltc) are the first two stethoscopes you mentioned good for that work environment? Also suggestions on people who hate things in their ears? The ear pieces always hurt my ears, I can’t even wear most ear buds bc of it...😬

Hi! Late to the party, but, I was wondering if you recommend a Cardiology IV for a pediatric nurse?

SHOULD A STETHOSCOPE BE HUNG AROUND YOUR NECK? Personally I don't like anything even a tie around my neck, what more a heavy stethoscope🤔, hahaha. According to the manufacturers, the stethoscope shouldn't even be on your neck. All those oils from your skin damage its tubing and reduce its lifespan. So no one - neither you nor the scope - is comfortable.

How long do they last usually? I can’t imagine you have one for life or do they get calibrated ever?

The stethoscope counts as a school expense like books and tuition on taxes, so it makes sense to go for it and get a good stethoscope at the start.

Scrubs and coats has awesome giant pockets that fits all types of stethoscopes and the kitchen sink.

Adhd is hard as a nurse, I don't know if it applies to you, but im sorry I can't I keep up with your speed. Your knowledge is at the right speed, but you're running a 500ml bolus at 500ml a second.

I like the overall video but saying that a nurse doesn’t need a cardiology iv because they don’t need to diagnose lung sounds or heart tones is a pretty closed minded view. Why would a nurse not want the best tool for the job, that will ultimately get the correct treatment faster?

Paramedic here. If my scope is not around my neck then I don’t have my scope cause I’m gonna forget it somewhere

Only were it on my neck after I use it so I don’t set it down and forget it.

My stethoscope is usually hanging from my wheelie. LOL

Working on ambulance yes around my neck unless psych patients then stuffed in pants pocket.

17 yo cna here i def wear it around my neck

In my nursing school they told us not to wear the stethoscope around our necks because the patient could choke you with it.... that always stuck with me and I like to keep it in my pocket lol

Cold hearted test

Oy! Belt clips are great if you work on an ambulance :) Don't be so negative about them ;P

Bruh a stethoscope weighs like 1gm..

Not a single nurse wears a stethoscope in my clinic. It's for doctors.

Too much caffeine..!😂😂

Just out of interest, what does a nurse need a stethoscope for?:)

You are too nervous my dear to teach slow down so we can digest what you are saying slow down

My GOD get to the point!