Table 1: Criteria Regarding 3M Littmann Stethoscope summarizes the information of each of the stethoscopes ability to meet the criteria established by physicians and the Chief Financial Officer. The table includes the stethoscopes name, price, length, weight, warranty, and states if the tubing on the stethoscope is latex-free.
For the stethoscope comparison, the Classic II Pediatric Stethoscope was chosen because it fit the criteria to the greatest degree. This stethoscope is priced at $91.98 which is below the acceptable price of $150 dollars. Since OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois has a contract with 3M Littmann this will eliminate all shipping costs. The 28” length falls right at the maximum length recommended by the physicians. This stethoscope weighs 3.8 ounces which is …show more content…
The non-chill rim and diaphragm provide comfort for the patient. The soft-sealing ear tips provide an excellent acoustic seal comfortable fit. This stethoscope also comes with extra ear tips in case some are lost.
3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope
Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope met four out of five of the criteria used in the comparison. Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope costs $57.98, which is the cheapest option out of the three. This stethoscope is 28” and only 4.2 ounces which makes it comfortable for physicians to wear all day long. However, there is only a 2-year warranty on this latex-free product.
The Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope offers several unique features in addition to the basic criteria established for the comparison. The resilient tubing retains its shape and flexibility after being folded tightly to fit in pockets. The tunable diaphragm lets physicians hear different frequencies by adjusting the pressure on the chestpiece. The teardrop-shaped chestpiece allows for easier access under blood pressure cuffs and around
For the stethoscope comparison, the Classic II Pediatric Stethoscope was chosen because it fit the criteria to the greatest degree. This stethoscope is priced at $91.98 which is below the acceptable price of $150 dollars. Since OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois has a contract with 3M Littmann this will eliminate all shipping costs. The 28” length falls right at the maximum length recommended by the physicians. This stethoscope weighs 3.8 ounces which is …show more content…
The non-chill rim and diaphragm provide comfort for the patient. The soft-sealing ear tips provide an excellent acoustic seal comfortable fit. This stethoscope also comes with extra ear tips in case some are lost.
3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope
Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope met four out of five of the criteria used in the comparison. Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope costs $57.98, which is the cheapest option out of the three. This stethoscope is 28” and only 4.2 ounces which makes it comfortable for physicians to wear all day long. However, there is only a 2-year warranty on this latex-free product.
The Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope offers several unique features in addition to the basic criteria established for the comparison. The resilient tubing retains its shape and flexibility after being folded tightly to fit in pockets. The tunable diaphragm lets physicians hear different frequencies by adjusting the pressure on the chestpiece. The teardrop-shaped chestpiece allows for easier access under blood pressure cuffs and around