Best medical diagnostics & screening supplies according to redditors
We found 467 Reddit comments discussing the best medical diagnostics & screening supplies. We ranked the 189 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Mostly cost honestly, commercial electronic scales are expensive. A quick google puts them at $375 where the old style are only $175
And really, why would they ever buy a new one? How long as that doctors office existed? They probably bought the scale 20 years ago and haven't had to replace it yet. Also, the electronic ones are spring based, and can suffer somewhat from drift errors when their springs age. They need periodic calibration. The balance style is much less sensitive to this, their wear modes don't really screw with their calibration (that would only happen if you chipped the weights).
If you want to check, you can order cannabis test kits (that's just the first of a hillion jillion links) for super cheap. You've likely got another day or two before it's out of your system, so if you want to try to confirm, order a kit with next-day delivery and give it a go.
They make one for android...
Just Google "Android Endoscope"
https://www.amazon.com/BlueFire-Android-Endoscope-Phones-Function/dp/B013HZCYXK
To the Australians out there - this is the list of lights that will ship to AU from AmazonUS. $33USD is ~$49AUD at the moment.
I choose the Nitecore MT06MD for this GAW!
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metal studs are, in fact, a thing. They're less common in residential construction (single family homes) and more common in condos, apartment complexes, and commercial spaces (where walls are less likely to be load bearing). As far as finding out what's really behind your walls, the best way is to take a look, you could drill a smallish hole in the wall, somewhere you'll be covering with a cabinet anyway, the either look directly in or use a [boroscope](https://www.amazon.com/USB-Borescope-Endoscope-Android-Inspection/dp/B074KXB3JM/) to look in behind the walls. You should be able to see either wood studs or metal studs within 8-12 inches to one side or the other of your hole. If you do have metal studs, you can use self-drilling screws to mount to them, though I'm not sure about how that would work with large items like cabinets, I'm by no means an expert on hanging cabinets or on hanging things to metal studs.
I have the ADC ADSCOPE 615 Platinum Professional Clinician Stethoscope with AFD Technology, 30.5 inch, Tactical. Forty bucks, handled and shipped. Best stethoscope I've ever used. Length is perfect for wrapping around neck and putting head in front scrub chest pocket to keep warm for use.
This one looks promising for a student, though.
I'll give you a tip on how to keep a stethoscope from being stolen, while I'm here (it happens to everyone). There are two places I keep my stethoscope - around my neck and on my dresser. It's always one of those two places.
Buy some home tests. This is the only way you'll know for sure.
This is the one I use day to day. I had the Cardiology III throughout my EMT class and in my job (at the time, I got it for a steep discount because a friend of mine works a medical supply store). I prefer the ADC because it's inexpensive, is durable, and just works. My Cardiology III became harder and harder to hear out of after a year and I just never had the time to figure out the problem until I lost it at work.
http://www.amazon.com/Response-Parameter-Urinalysis-Reagent-Strips/dp/B001EUAXZM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334583090&sr=8-1
Those will test normal urine parameters, I think pH and Specific gravity are the only ones that the NIDA 5 pre employment test strip cups look for (i could be wrong, it's been a while).
http://www.amazon.com/Drug-Test-Marijuana-Urine-Strips/dp/B001YYTDLS/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1334583254&sr=1-1
These will test you for THC.
Just spend the 20 dollars try the method to offer yourself peace of mind.
I need these from my health and personal care wishlist. They're electrodes for a TENS machine, which helps with my muscle and joint pain, after I have seizures. I only have four, right now, and the adhesive is getting weak, so they don't work anymore.
Here's a smaller, cheaper one, so others can get more.
I regularly use a TENS for other issues I have.
Talked to my OB and she was onboard for me using it during pregnancy and labor if I desired.
I got one through my insurance - it was astronomical and didn't feel as good as the "medical grade" TENS units they use at a PT facility.
I returned that one (it was like 400$ - absurd), and tried a few different ones.
I bought this one from Amazon - it is amazing and does an excellent job for much cheaper(30$)! Weee!
I also bought these pads as replacement.
But seriously - it is far, far better than the one I received through prescription and it is the third one I tried off of Amazon (after learning about it from others with my genetic disorder). Highly recommended!
Not sure if you have ever used one before - but definitely make sure you understand how to put the pads on correctly before you use it!
I have 4 foot one. I’m going to get a cheap endoscope/borescope and use it with a magnet on the end (if it’s a metal object) or use my grabber. Hopefully this works. Thanks for the advice! Here is the endoscope
BlueFire Semi-rigid Flexible Wireless Endoscope IP67 Waterproof WiFi Borescope 2 MP HD Resolutions Inspection Camera Snake Camera for Android and iOS Smartphone, iPhone, Samsung, iPad, Tablet (33FT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZFC59R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jadKAbTPD78JV
Oddly nobody said stethoscope, but at least in my school, we need a stethoscope starting from the first year. For my first year, i used an Omron Stethoscope. I'm not sure what country you are in so dunno if that Amazon link is useful, but it was insanely cheap ($11 USD) and worked just fine for preclinicals. I'm upgrading for third year to a Littmann (still not terribly expensive, around $70 US) mostly because the Omron is a big weight on your neck after being there for 8 hours.
Amazon has Littman stethoscopes for $48. Is it the wrong style?
3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E Stethoscope (Multiple Colors)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CCINO0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7NjnDbK93Q314
Space Pen
Littman Stetho
MagLite
Glove pouch
Shears
Tool Holster
That's what I carried with a volly service.
This except you can save a bunch by buying strips from here in bulk then you can test every week/every other week.
I bought some THC test strips on Amazon earlier in the year for $5 for 10 strips, they worked as they should and came with a really informative brochure detailing the list of chemicals and metabolites it tested for along with concentration limits. link to product
I have never used a knockoff littmann, or seen one that I know of. I would be weary of a $10-15 stethoscope. You want something decent for school because you are just learning things like how to take a manual B/P, how to auscultate heart and lung sounds, etc and you want to be able to hear what you are listening for. I have used a cheap stethoscope (something like one of these) and it sucks. I had trouble getting a b/p because it was hard to hear.
You don't have to go all out and get a Cardiology III or anything, or even a littmann. There are other decent stethoscopes out there, but get one you can hear with. I used a littmann lightweight in school and it was decent and it only costs about 40 bucks on amazon. If you buy the right stethoscope now, you shouldn't have to buy a new one when you graduate, think of it as an investment. Just put your name on it so it doesn't walk away.
Here's the classic II in (what most nursing students use) in navy blue for $68.
Here's The lightweight for $39.99 in burgundy, the other colors are $44.
Here's an AdScope for $15-$18. I've never used one, but it has good reviews and I have heard of the brand before, so it might be worth a shot if you are truly that strapped for cash.
I swear by my BATCLIP. I clip it to my left pocket on my scrub pants and I don't even notice it's there anymore.
I used to wear mine on my neck. My preceptor and I had a patient turn crazy on us and he went after my steth. I got this clip shortly after and have been using it for over four years. The clip is super secure and the velcro still grips like the first time!
What the majority of other's have said, but with a link! Here is my stethoscope, it blew my shitty nursing school one out of the water: http://www.amazon.com/3M-Littmann-Lightweight-Stethoscope-2450/dp/B00AZAMQ2U/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1368302530&sr=1-2&keywords=littman
I recommend getting one that is NOT black, just get her favorite color, unless it happens to be black, then get her, like, blue. People beat stethoscopes, unfortunate, but true. The lightweight is boss and serves any and all of my Med-Surg needs.
Yes, ladies are natorious for holding water weight. It is pretty common for women to start a weight loss routine, not see any change in the scale for a month, then quit out of discouragement.
I'm a dude and I can swing 5 lbs in a day easy. Salty food, stress, hormones, carbs, activity level all lead to fluctuations is water weight. I finally bought a cheap skin fold measurement device because watching the scale was so stressful. Even waist measurements can fluctuate an inch in a day. Skin folds are very consistent.
Slim Guide Skinfold Caliper in Black with Booklet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000AN3UB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8ecQAbY5WZHNT
You don't have to calculate your body fat percentage, just keep track of the measurements.
I think you are doing awesome! You are obviously very dedicated. Don't get too frustated, you will get there. Like the rest of us it just takes tinkering and figuring out.
I would track you calories over the next week and report back what you find. You want to make sure you are not undereating as well as overeating. Undereating can lead to heavy water retention due to stress - I'm concerned this may be your situation.
How is your mood? Do you feel tired or energetic? Are you sleeping well?
It all depends what you are trying to accomplish. If you want to maximize muscle building, you are better off doing less reps (4-6 range) with a higher weight.
Your approach is excellent if you are not too concerned with maximizing your muscle growth, but are more focused on burning fat. A year ago I was on a program that had me lifting lighter weights in the 10-12 rep range, while doing supersets (2 exercises back to back, it was very HIIT oriented), and it was extremely effective in helping me burn fat. It was a lot of fun doing it too.
I think following what you're doing now is good, and will get you results. Once you get at a lower bodyfat percentage, you can always switch your routine and train for muscle growth.
I recommend you start keeping track of your calories, even temporarily just to give you an idea of where you are with your meals. MyFitnessPal (and the app) is great, and the ketogains calculator was extremely accurate for me. Also, get a bodyfat caliper and measuring tape. I use this caliper and it's quite cheap and accurate, and or the tape I got this. If you start building muscle and losing fat, the scale won't be a good indicator of your progress. Keep consistent track of your measurements, like a weekly log, and take them at the same time of day (I do it in the morning after going to the bathroom).
We bought a detecto, pricey but damn accurate
https://www.amazon.com/Detecto-Balance-Doctor-Physician-Height/dp/B00065EQJU
You are now a doctor.
That's a big question but if you take it step by step you'll be able to make progress.
Firstly, do you know you're body fat percentage? By looking at your picture I'd guess maybe 12-17%. If you don't know the cheapest and easiest way to check is to use an accu measure caliper. Dirt cheap on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK
Then, use the Katch-McArdle formula on this site:
https://www.muscleforlife.com/tdee-calculator/
Calculate your total daily energy expenditure, add 15-20% to account for bulking and gradually build up you intake by 100-200 kcal per week until you reach your new calorific intake.
Id imagine if you do the calcs you'll end up bulking somewhere between 2500-3000 kcal per day (careful though, if you're an endo/meso like me this may be too high hence the gradual increase).
Bulk up to 15% BF then cut down to 10%. Rinse and repeat!
Heavy, compound lifts, low reps (4-6 for three sets), 3-5 exercises per muscle group. Deadlift, squat, military press, bench press should form the basis of your training. Don't go crazy on the cardio while bulking.
Monitor weekly or daily and tweek accordingly. Ignore people (even me!), and find a system that works, but that's the general starting outline for bulking.
Muscle for life is the website companion to the book I mentioned. Gold mine of info. If this was too much of an info dump, sorry. Or if you knew it already, ignore me.
Check your bodyfat % with a $5 caliper to see where you are at.
If you are really about 16%, I would continue to cut down to ~12-13%, then bulk to 17%, repeat. 3-6 months in each phase, weight changing by about 1 lb per week. Set a basement weight, and each time you come back down to that weight see if you have a slightly lower body fat measurement - which would mean you built & retained more lean mass than you had last time at the same weight.
Basic Info | |
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Gender | Male |
Age | 22 |
Height | 6'0" |
Weight | 167 lbs |
BMI | 22.6 |
BMI Categorization | Normal weight (18.5 - 24.99) |
Estimated Body Fat % | 16% |
Estimated Fat Free Mass | 140 lbs |
*Estimated Fat Mass | 27 lbs |
Estimated Goal Weight @ 20% BF | 175 lbs |
Estimated Goal Weight @ 15% BF | 165 lbs |
*Estimated Goal Weight @ 10% BF | 156 lbs |
Estimated Weight Change for 10% BF | 11 lbs |
Estimated Time @ 1 lb/Week | 2.75 months |
*Estimated Goal Date | 8/29/2016 |
BMR (Calorie burn per day at rest) | 1795 |
Exercise Frequency | 3x / week |
| BMR 1.375 |
TDEE (Calorie burn per day w/ exercise) | 2469 |
Estimates more accurate for untrained individuals. Use a caliper for actual values.
Macros - Male (3x / week) | Calories | Protein (.8g/lb) | Fat (.35g/lb) | Carb | Fiber | lbs / Week |
--------- | :---------: | :---------: | :---------: | :---------: | :---------: | :---------: |
Lose Weight / 20% Deficit | 1975 | 134g | 58g | 229g | 28g | -0.99 |
Lose Weight / 15% Deficit | 2098 | 134g | 58g | 260g | 29g | -0.74 |
Maintain Weight | 2469 | 134g | 58g | 352g | 35g | 0.00 |
Gain Weight / 5% Surplus | 2592 | 134g | 58g | 383g | 36g | 0.25 |
Gain Weight / 10% Surplus | 2716 | 134g | 58g | 414g | 38g | 0.49 |
Calipers are not so expensive.
https://www.berkeleywellness.com/healthy-eating/diet-weight-loss/article/body-fat-scales-step-right
The bf% on scale can be notoriously inaccurate, but there isn't really a way to get an accurate reading on this without going to a research facility and using their dexascan or water weighing machines.
Personally, I have a little caliper and do that as well as measurements. They are usually close enough to the same measurement for me.
I use this calculator: https://www.calculator.net/body-fat-calculator.html
I use these calipers: https://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK
This helps when the scale hasn't changed.
https://www.amazon.com/3M-Littmann-Classic-Stethoscope-2201/dp/B001NMT6N6/ref=gbps_tit_s-3_bb19_7fe555ef?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=41fd713f-6bfe-4299-a021-d2b94872bb19&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=NJ5TVF7D3CZ3MF05AT0T
It's on sale for $60
Adscope 609ST is what I use.
No it's not as good as the more expensive ones but it comes pretty close. And after losing a $300 electronic one, then a $200 cardiology master, well I have to say I am more emotionally attached to this $20 gem than I ever have been to any other I have owned.
I'm not saying the expensive ones aren't better, they certainly are. But after many years of experience and being able to tell the difference between artifact and the sounds I'm looking for. The expensive ones were never needed.
Honestly IMO the most important part of a stethoscope is the ear pieces. Buy some replacement littmann ear pieces and put them on a disposable isolation scope and you'll start wondering why you ever forked out so much for a scope.
Edit:
I would just like to add that technique is more important than your stethoscope. Make sure the diaphragm is completely against the skin or at most over the gown without any leads, wires, or anything else obstructing a complete seal. Then have your patient take a deep breath, then cough.
The bell of a simple stethoscope is important too, which is why I prefer this $20 scope over something even cheaper like the isolation crap. Just get that seal on the diaphragm and those soft ear buds sealed in your ear. That's all you need.
haha I second the ultra fine tip sharpies!! They are essential! Some of the stuff I've gotten along the way were cute/funny badge holders (retractable), scrub hats, nice stethoscope (if she doesn't have one already)/steth holder - after using and hating many of the plastic ones I finally sprung for the leather batclip and I love it (as a student you always have to have your steth on you while walking around and you have to have your hands free)
This book was like gold to me doing peds cases.
For classroom, a lot of people in my class, including me, used these. They write really smooth and fine and all the colors are useful in notes - especially with things like anatomy. She'll need an endless supply of computer paper. I used a good many index cards (ruled).
Good luck to you! It's a very difficulty journey. Try your best to not take things too personally and prepare yourself for a lot less quality time together. It's very difficult to explain it to someone on the outside, but this program actually fundamentally changed me as a person. It hardens you. It's not a bad thing necessarily, but I often think that I'm not the same person that my husband fell in love with!! We stuck it out together and are as happy as ever, but there are definitely plenty of relationships and marriages that don't survive this - so be ready to fight for it!
Check this out it's a little better than a bag that you'll have to tie into your belt every day. Either that or wear it around your neck like us barbarians in the US.
Also, take a B-vitamin and take it an hour or two before the test, it will help add the color back to your pee
Source : recently had to take a drug test, am a heavy marijuana smoker, and tested myself 3 times a day the week leading up to the test - Amazon has the marijuana urine tests fairly cheap
Honestly, I don't get to check it very often because he won't let me. He's fine when a doctor does it but I can barely put it in before he swats me away. The one I got has a little picture chart to compare to, so that was nice. I think they key is to do it semi often, even when they're not sick, so you get some practice and know what it's supposed to look like and the kiddos get used to it. The one I'm linking came with 2 different sized disposable tips for adults and kids and was $40 but you can get different ones by the same company (Dr. Mom) for cheaper.
4th Generation Dr Mom LED POCKET Otoscope and both Adult and Pediatric Disposable Specula Tips and Case. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AJDZJCW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Fjg9AbG3H62YM
Not OP, not an electrician but doing similar stuff at my house. I would recommend:
buy a borescope off amazon, something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Depstech-Semi-rigid-Inspection-Waterproof-Adjustable/dp/B00STB0EW6/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1520957443&sr=8-5&keywords=borescope+android
Watch out for switched neutrals
circuits seem to extend themselves with Knob & tube over the years. Flip the breaker off and then check every single light and test every outlet in the house to see what all is on that circuit.
I have cast iron junction boxes that are screwed to the studs, then plastered over. They were a PITA to get out without a huge mess, oscillating tool was very helpful.
https://imgur.com/yuri7J3
https://imgur.com/dp3t4fw
Or buy one that connects to your Android widgets:
http://www.amazon.com/BlueFire-Android-Endoscope-Phones-Function/dp/B013HZCYXK
I have one of these and it works very well for my Preonic and my Nyquist.
Use calipers like these and the procedure and calculator here. If you have someone to help you with the measurements, these calipers are probably more accurate, but the first set I linked will allow you to take the measurements yourself.
Yup! I measured in at 8% bf a few weeks back. Had no intention of losing another % point
http://www.amazon.com/Slim-Guide-Caliper-Black-Booklet/dp/B0000AN3UB/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1414638571&sr=8-2&keywords=fat+calipers
If you have someone who can help you do caliper testing it's a very cheap and accurate way to measure your BF%.
I bought this last year and it comes with a little booklet on how to properly use it and calculate your BF. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AN3UB/
Get a balance scale. We have this one and love it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00065EQJU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_Ly7nDbKAFAY8Z
link without tracking (remove all after /ref): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00065EQJU
This drove me and my wife nuts. I used to be 340 lbs and I would get up to 10 lbs of variation in 10 minutes time. It was very depressing and obnoxious.
We finally bought one of these, https://smile.amazon.com/Detecto-Balance-Doctor-Physician-Height/dp/B00065EQJU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491832759&sr=8-1&keywords=Dr+scale that was almost 10 years ago and we haven't looked back.
Tomorrow at some point, tell him that you need to talk to him as soon as he has time. I don't know if you guys live together, live close by or what your situation is. But tell him that you need to talk at his earliest conveniance. Don't take no for an answer, unless he has a really good reason, like work or something. Don't let him smoke beforehand, that might not let him comprehend the seriousness of the conversation. As far as what to say to him during the conversation, that's up to you. But really stress the fact that you're there for him and that for the relationship to work, if something is going on then he needs to be open with you about it. Quite frankly if he is pulling away from you and isn't willing to be open with you about his health/personal life then maybe the relationship isn't as serious as you might think it is. And maybe you need to rethink things. And by things, i mean your relationship with him.
But have the talk first, maybe all it takes is a little reassurance that you are there to help him.
Also in regards to the blood pressure thing, if the doctor prescribed blood pressure medication, then it's serious enough that he needs to take it. As an EMT(and paramedic intern) I can safely say that taking a blood pressure is easy enough to do. If you care enough about him, and have a few bucks saved up, go spend 50 bucks on buying a cheap blood pressure cuff and a cheap stehoscope and learn to take his blood pressure yourself. It takes about 45-60 seconds and is super easy. if I can do it you can, as a matter of fact, if you go that route, msg me and I'll teach you. Or you can spend a bit more and get an in-home automatic blood pressure machine. But seriously, high blood pressure is not something you want to ignore.
The Littman 2 classic is a classic for a reason - solid build quality at a modest price. If you want to save a couple bucks, the Kila standard model is virtually indistinguishable from the Littman 2. Also: don't get anything with double tube style ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000FERLKI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1450285512&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=Stethoscope&dpPl=1&dpID=4101GCET4GL&ref=plSrch#immersive-view_1450285550063 ). They usually have trash sound quality due to the two tubes rubbing against each other.
Caliper. It's cheap and consistent. Read the directions carefully and then measure yourself a ton for practice. Keep practicing until your measurement comes up the same.
It sounds like you want to measure your Body Fat Percentage. You need to visit a clinic for an accurate measurement, but if you want to do it at home, you can get pretty close with the Accu-Measure Body Fat Caliper. It tells you your body fat percentage by measuring skin folds. It will take some practice to get it right, but it should tell you what you need to know.
If you find that your body fat percentage is going up, lift more and increase your protein intake.
Get a body fat caliper and a cloth measuring tape. Take measurements weekly. Body fat caliper comes with instructions but pick a few "problem areas" and "growth areas" for the measuring tape (upper thigh, waist, stomach, chest, biceps, calf). Weight is a terrible measure of health. What matters most is what percentage of your weight is unnecessary fat vs healthy bones, muscle, organs and necessary fat. Since it requires two to do the measurements, and you're married, do it after frisky times :)
Get yourself one of these lovely tools as well: http://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-Accu-Measure-Body-Fat-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK
> Also, what is a good body fat calculator?
It's difficult to accurately estimate body fat %, especially with an online calculator. DXA scans are the most accurate method, and can usually be found in universities or training centers. Body fat calipers are a much cheaper and more convenient method but aren't as accurate. The scales devices that measure electrical conductivity aren't accurate at all.
buy a pair of calipers from amazon and find out - they're under 10
I used to use a Littman II Classic SE, and it was good. After losing/misplacing it on a flight last year, I decided to go with the ADC Adscope 615st (Tactical). This has become my favorite stethoscope by far. Here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/American-Diagnostic-Platinum-Edition-Adscope/dp/B000X7TKLK/ref=pd_sim_sbs_hpc_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=0Q9YNDFZV6C6BPJ1R8QR
I take a backpack with me everyday to work with daily essentials I need to survive 12+ hours, including water jug, snacks, laptop, headphones, easy homework/books to study, and ibuprofen for after bariatric calls -_-. As far as a gear goes, do NOT go all out. You don't want to be that brand new IFT EMT that shows up with a tactical bat belt with fanny packs, stethoscope holsters, raptors/shears, flashlights, penlights, and a pocket knife.
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Your company will provide you with: pen lights, generic stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and disposable trauma shears. If you're working at a BLS IFT company, they should provide you with a pulse ox as well. If they do not, then you are not required to purchase one of your own.
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You should bring: blue/back-ink pens (have a couple spares in your backpack), clipboard that you can store confidential documents in, a sharpie, and small pocket notepad. If you already own your own stethoscope, you can bring that, however, you do not need to go purchase a fancy stethoscope. At most, all you will use your stethoscope for as a BLS IFT EMT is for blood pressures and the occasional lung sounds, and the generic stethoscope your company provides will be able to do that. If you do decide to purchase your own stethoscope, I recommend not spending more than $50 on one. I personally recommend ADC Adscopes over Littman's (better bang for your buck in my opinion). I have the ADC 615 stethoscope in black tactical and greatly enjoy it.
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You do not need to bring: a pocket knife (I've been in the field for almost four years and have never once needed a pocket knife for anything that trauma shears couldn't handle, though if you want to keep one in your backpack, all the power to you), fancy trauma shears (such as Raptors), any sort of pouches or first aid kits that attach to your belt (yes, I have seen new EMTs wearing these. It is completely unnecessary unless you are doing Special Events/Standbys), and weapons of any kind (tasers, pepperspray, etc). I had a new EMT trainee show up with pepper spray hanging off his belt once. Not a good look.
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Good luck!
http://www.amazon.com/American-Diagnostic-Platinum-Edition-Adscope/dp/B000X7TKLK
Really like this one, real sensitive.
Best one out there for the money:
http://www.amazon.com/Littmann-Lightweight-Stethoscope-Black-L2450/dp/B001CCINO0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1324239432&sr=8-5
I have this stethoscope and love it.
3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope, Black Tube, 28 inch, 2450 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CCINO0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6qbzyb937J7ZF
45bux ain't crazy
Littman lightweight stethoscope sells for $50. Definently the way to go. I had this one and others in my class had cheaper versions and they could not hear accurately. This is a very good stethoscope and will definently make your life easier in nursing school.
Here's one on amazon..... www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001CCINO0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500524171&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=littman+lightweight+ii+s.e.+stethoscope&dpPl=1&dpID=31aD9SXXwrL&ref=plSrch
Several nurses I work with have one of these and like them pretty well. I have one of these and love it, but I work in oncology.
I bought my girlfriend a stethoscope days before she started school on amazon. If you have Prime, you have two day shipping free, if you don't, then consider it a "dumbass tax."
Good luck!
10 strips for 6 bucks and free shipping for 6 dollars you get 10 drug tests, for 1 dollar plus tax you get 1. What is the shock here? that they sell them in stores?
Tolerance depends on how frequently you smoke, how much you smoke, and how long you've been smoking. It also depends on your weight and how much fat you have (THC is fat soluble).
I'm cutting back from a bowl a day right now. A bowl-a-day habit will build up tolerance rather quickly.
My recommendation: cut off weed. Taper your consumption if necessary. After 2-3 weeks or so, [drug test](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001YYTDLS/sr=1-2/qid=1309915911/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&me=&qid=1309915911&sr=1-2&seller= "You can also get the strips at your local pharmacy.") yourself. If you fail, keep testing every so often.
Once you're clean, your tolerance should be back down to the point where a small bowl is adequate.
The same ones I bought right here
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001YYTDLS/ref=s9_qpick_gw_ir04?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=190VZZ6RZSV0ZVT9GNYG&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
ADC ADSCOPE-Lite 609 Clinician Stethoscope, 31 inch, Tactical https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002TMPO0I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zFfsyb995S6SS
I bought this when I first got into class and it does everything I need a basic scope of practice. (Lung, bowel, BP ect) Like everyone is saying don't go overboard for the first if he later wants to hear the minutia of heart tones during a rocket launch he can upgrade later. I recommend this one or that Littman lightweight.
Are ADC's avalible in Australia? I was having trouble going between littmans after freak accidents broke them so I bought some cheap ADC's from Amazon. And in my opinion it works almost as well as a littman does and it's a better value from a cost/benefit standpoint.
Have you used the batclip?
https://www.amazon.com/BATCLIP-BLACK-clip-stethoscope-misplacement/dp/B0038S8E9U
Littman cardiology 4. Get it engraved with her name. Yeah it's expensive, like $200 but she'll use that thing every shift and she'll have it for years. I also have a "batclip" for mine because I have a horrible habit of leaving it on bedside tables, and I hate wearing it around my neck because it's so heavy. Link to the batclip and stethoscope below. It's $30 bucks for the clip but its totally worth it.
Batclip: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0038S8E9U/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1542450076&sr=8-2&keywords=batclip&dpPl=1&dpID=41TlqSDjB9L&ref=plSrch
Littmann cardiology 4: https://www.amazon.com/3M-Cardiology-Stethoscope-Standard-Finish-6152/dp/B01LYVI3Y8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542450232&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=littmann%2Bcardiology%2Biv&dpPl=1&dpID=41Blr0m54dL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
The Best Stethescope Holder
http://amzn.com/B0038S8E9U
This is the best. I've used this every shift through all three years of my residency and it held up through all the abuse.
The Best Trauma Shear
http://www.leatherman.com/raptor-51.html
You will lose a handful of trauma shears during your residency, so get a box of cheap ones, make a habit of keeping track of them, then get this really nice (but expensive) one.
A box of industrial strength sharpies
http://amzn.com/B00006IFEO
These are the best markers for skin marking. They don't mark off with Betadine.
Must have mobile apps
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https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/2015-emra-antibiotic-guide/id564957228?mt=8
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pedi-stat/id327963391?mt=8
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Ignore my post. I just reread your question, and it is about hair tests, not urine tests.
From what I have read, hair tests are much more sensitive. I believe THC can be detected in hairs for up to 90 days.
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As mentioned before, buy a THC Urine Test kit.
I purchased a 50ng and 20ng test kit on Amazon, out of curiosity. I am retired and don't need to pass a drug test.
Here are links to what I bought. There may be better deals/products, so look around.
https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Single-Panel-Drug-Test/dp/B004C39D68/ref=sr_1_1?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1505243281&sr=1-1&keywords=Instant+Single+Panel+Drug+Test+Kit+-+Test+for+Marijuana+%28THC%29+-+15+pk
https://www.amazon.com/%C3%9CTest-Sensitive-Marijuana-Detection-Customer/dp/B00CUCDYJU/ref=sr_1_1?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1505243355&sr=1-1&keywords=%C3%9CTest%3A+MOST+Sensitive+Instant+THC+20+ng%2FmL+Marijuana+Single+Panel+Home+Drug+Test+%282+pack%29+LOW+Detection+Level+-+Customer+Service+Included
I have been vaping four different vape pens with the following CBD/THC content.
1:1, 3:1, 4:1, and 10:1
These vape pens have a lot more THC than a Hemp CBD product, which I believe has no more than 0.3% THC (almost nothing).
But some folks have reported failing a drug test using the Hemp CBD. So you need to be concerned.
For about 30 days I was smoking these different vape products about every other day. On the days I would vape, I would vape about 2 to 3 times a day.
I then tried the 50ng urine test, which I failed.
I then stopped vaping for about 7 days and tried the test again.
This time I passed.
I waited a few days more, and tried the 20ng, which I also passed.
So, IMO, if you don't vape for 7 days or more, you should likely pass a 50ng test, and maybe a 20ng test.
But you need to test yourself to be sure.
My LO is only three months, but my SIL with a 4 year old and 22 month old suggested I invest now in an ear scope like this one so that you can take a peek at home and if you see inflammation take him in to the doctor. If not, then you can feel more assured that he doesn't have an ear infection and he's just dealing with a cold, and since a cold is a virus all you can do is treat the symptoms anyway you're already doing what you can. She said it was also really useful for teething - one of her sons would only have a fever with an ear infection so this helped her know if his fever was an ear infection or teething.
Decongestants. Heat on that side. Either a thermophore (moist heat), or a warm washcloth. That's if you actually have congestion in them. If they just feel stopped up, but aren't really - not sure what to tell you.
Also, get one of these. Obviously, you can't use it on yourself, but if you have a partner or friend who is willing to help you out, you can learn to see for yourself (secondhand, lol) what's really going on in there when you feel stopped up. I got one years ago to verify for myself what was going on when my kids were getting cranky or misbehaving - can't tell you how often it was because they had an ear infection, but weren't displaying typical pain or fever symptoms.
I really like this otoscope. It is small and fits in my pocket easily. The light is really bright too. The only downside is that the light is a little different color than your typical welch allyn otoscope (more blue), but it still works great! https://www.amazon.com/Generation-Dr-Mom-Otoscope-Disposable/dp/B00AJDZJCW/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1481424196&sr=8-1&keywords=dr+mom+otoscope
These:
https://www.amazon.com/3M-Littmann-Lightweight-Stethoscope-Multiple/dp/B00AZAMQ2U
Booze.
Jk. I would go with a good pair of sunglasses, a stethoscope, or pens. All the pens. People are really particular about scopes (especially around here), but I'd recommend a Littmann Lightweight. They come in girl colors too and work amazingly. Also not super expensive. Do NOT get her an expensive scope right away. This is a high quality scope at under $50. There's no point in getting a cardiology III for someone right out of school. Let her develop her skills and tastes first.
I like this unit: TENS 7000 2nd Edition Digital TENS Unit with accessories https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NCRE4GO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_tGG4Bb1YPDENC
And I just ordered these pads that work well: Syrtenty TENS Unit Electrodes... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K504UUG?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
I would just keep an eye on it and do a little inspection one a year or so. Or right after a rainy period and see if you see any moisture behind the insulation. Also if you have an Android phone pick up one of these. For the price they work amazingly well. The stock app sucks though, I downloaded "otg view" and it works perfect.
USB Endoscope, Depstech 2 in 1 Semi-rigid Borescope Inspection Camera 2.0MP CMOS HD Waterproof Snake Camera with 6 Adjustable Led for Android Device, Windows & Macbook OS Computer- 16.4 ft(5M) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00STB0EW6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_IoIyzbEEPH8GF
id say go for the lower miles. get a car fax. get under it for awhile (when i buy used im under the truck for an hour or two) just looking. leaks, cracks, rust whatever. bring a flash light and an inspection mirror. i now bring a bore scope. push it down into the frame. cheap on amazon. hooks up to your smart phone.
https://www.amazon.com/Depstech-Semi-rigid-Inspection-Waterproof-Adjustable/dp/B00STB0EW6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499134773&sr=8-2&keywords=borescope
power washing can hide alot. cant hide mud and muck in side a box frame, pull wheels off and look at the brakes.
get a cheap obd II scan tool, pc one is what i have. plug it in, read what it says.
https://www.amazon.com/ScanTool-425801-OBDLink-USB-Professional/dp/B005ZWM0R4/ref=sr_1_25?ie=UTF8&qid=1499134641&sr=8-25&keywords=obd+2
Probably a leak in the plumbing behind the wall. Not good. Best to get in there and figure out whats up before the problem gets worse. You can get a cheap USB scope and might be able to get it in to take a look at what's going on first without having to demo the whole wall.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/45913269?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222228034403642&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=90168871128&wl4=pla-126781132848&wl5=9004960&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=45913269&wl13=&veh=sem .
That's a retractable grabber.. about your best shot to pull it out of the booster, but unless you have a endoscope/borescope it's gonna be hard to find.. and a standalone bore scope is outrageous... heres one for your phone.. these two together is your best shot to get it back out.. but is it worth the headache? Or extra tools to get it out. I'm all about extra tools if I'll be able to use them again in the future
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00STB0EW6/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1486873191&sr=8-10&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=endoscope
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00STB0EW6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just ordered this yesterday and I am waiting for it to arrive. From the reviews it sounds like people like how it functions. I liked this over others because the company claims it is stiffer than the others and it has blue led's so image you receive is not overblown.
I could keep myself busy with it for a while. I also want one of these.
http://www.amazon.com/BlueFire-Android-Endoscope-Phones-Function/dp/B013HZCYXK
I bought one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/BlueFire-Android-Endoscope-Phones-Function/dp/B013HZCYXK
It's pretty cool, and a third the price of a plumber showing up, saying "hi", and leaving. However, it has a fixed focal length.
I would start by looking at the water situation outside the house. Are the downspouts moving water to at least ten feet from the foundation? Is your soil graded away from the house? Is the soil near the house well drained? If not, adding that french drain won't hurt.
I have this one:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013HZCYXK/
I have used it many times to inspect walls and ceilings before drilling fireblocks or cutting drywall.
I tape it to fishtape or fiberglass sticks and snake it where I need it. The only issue I have is the light on this one isn't as good as I wanted..But it's OK. I just use a well placed flashlight when I really need good light.
You may notice plastic debris, but if you do hot oil changes you might not. The plus side of springs is that they don't really wear out (when you get good ones).
You might be able to pop off a valve cover and stick a cheap USB bore scope in there and give it a look.
Multiple ways, depending on the shot.
Stick a camera on a tube down the burrow. Like this:
https://www.amazon.com/BlueFire-Android-Endoscope-Phones-Function/dp/B013HZCYXK
Some times the animal is put in a specially made cage like a fish aquarium, so the animal thinks it's in a burrow but it's really in a giant glass cage and a normal camera can film from the outside.
http://www.bbc.com/earth/story/20160310-filming-the-impossible-sets-filming-burrows-and-tanks
http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/23666803
Or even hidden cameras in a artificial den that's made to look like a real den.
This one might be too big for Let’s Split. I do not have one with external screws though, but there are two options that I tried for Planck/Let’s Split:
This one fits Planck like a glove, and that is more loose, Let’s Split fits sideways in it and some room left.
Stethoscope cases have different widths, the one you linked is one of the smaller ones at 10.8 x 2 x 4.3 inches. This one is 10.6 x 2 x 6.1 inches and others are different dimensions.
No, it is too small, but I've heard that this will work: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EWDP0NC
I haven't tried it as I don't have my Preonic yet
I bought this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073ZFC59R/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Overall it's worked but it's a PITA to get started. The App it uses is garbage and it's hit or miss if it will actually run on my phone (Pixel 2). Sometimes it freezes and I have to start the connection and everything over again. If the camera has sat for more than a week I have to recharge it before it will work. The camera will still turn on and it will connect to my phone, but it won't send any video.
Over all I'm pretty disappointed, I was hoping for something that was a little less hassle to use. It seems like I spend more time futzing with the thing to get it working than I do actually using it.
Yup. Take the vent cover off, stick your camera (phone on selfie stick?) into the duct and snap a picture. The flash will light up as much of the duct run as it can and you'll see if there is a dead animal, old food, or something else in the duct.
You can also call an HVAC company or buy [one of these] small $15 cameras for your own phone. Check deeper than you may be able to see.
Previous hoarder may have all kinds of things in the vents. Old socks. Old fish. Old wife, etc...
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How about a cheap camera on a wire?:
https://www.amazon.com/USB-Borescope-Endoscope-Android-Inspection/dp/B074KXB3JM
THAT is badass. That has success written all the fuck over it. Focus on that.
On a slightly different note, pullups are a great measure of body composition because if you're fat, you aren't doing pullups, period.
My personal suggestion is to forget about weight entirely. Get yourself a pair of skinfold calipers and start tracking your body fat percentage instead.
Everyone has some rolls when they sit down. If you really want to get an objective look on what your BF% is, invest in some cheap skinfold calipers. They measure how much fat by the actual thickness of your skin in millimeters, and this pair comes with a handy guide that helps you convert those numbers into BF%. Skinfold calipers are great to have not just for seeing progress on cuts, but also to help you quantify lean muscle gain vs fat gains on bulks. For 15 bucks, it's totally worth it.
As to advice for what to do, cardio and diet. Specific advice for cardio, duration matters more than intensity when it comes to losing weight. Get your heart rate up to at least 50% of its maximum, and keep it there. You don't need to be running a 6 minute mile, jog at a comfortable pace and do it for 30 minutes a day. As long as you hit your protein requirements, you won't see any loss in your sweet gainz, they'll just be revealed for the world to see.
wow.. that was extremely useful information. That needs to be linked to in the FAQ. It describes my situation exactly.
I was thinking about getting one of these body fat calipers from Amazon, and now I think I will.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000AN3UB/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1398869862&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
this
They really do sound good enough to do everything except differentiate murmurs, especially if you get some soft earpieces. Plus then if it walks away or gets poop on it or something you didn't just lose a hundred bucks on a medical assistant's salary. A bit heavy though.
They measure skin folds, like these accumeasure
You can use calipers, induction measuring, or displacement. Once you have a number for your body fat percentage, you'll multiply your weight by your body fat percentage to get a fat weight (example: 160lb * .2 = 32lb fat) subtract that from total weight to get lean body weight (160 - 32 = 128).
I don't think there's a ton of variability in quality for calipers honestly - anything should work fine. This one is well reviewed.
Use cheap Calipers like these from Amazon
They are pretty accurate and you can find websites and directions online on how to measure points on your body that will give you a very accurate bf%
You can use photos and try to compare to online photo estimates (google images has charts), you can buy a caliper to pinch a fold of skin, some scales you step on can estimate it, all of these options are never 100% accurate. If you have dough to spare you can get a DEXA scan, which shows all of your mass and breaks it down for you into fat, muscle, bone, etc. Some gyms or trainers might have better scales than the home scales, but again that may come with a cost. If money is an issue, get a set of bodyfat calipers on amazon and combine multiple pinch measurements with online photo charts, and try to estimate that way.
Here's the one I have: https://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511899912&sr=8-1&keywords=body+fat+caliper
Real talk though, I would rather just get a scan every once in a while. I'm not a competing athlete so frequent metrics I don't care about much.
If you really want to get a more accurate reading on your BF%, try using calipers.
http://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-Acc-9474-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK
I'd guess 12-13%; its hard tu guess without typical indicator like abs because you don't have a ton of muscle. You should definitely bulk though because you don't have enough muscle to cut into. If you want a better body fat estimate, get one of these "Accu-Measure Body Fat Caliper https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QURRUK". They are consistent one you get the hang of them.
I'm not an expert on the bulk/cut cycle, but I don't think it's impossible, just easier to do separately. I've lost weight VERY slowly, but I know I've built muscle/strength in my shoulders and arms over the past 6 months. Whether this is the same thing or not, I don't know.
These are calipers. They measure bodyfat percentages.
Here were the directions I was given to use them: (instructions courtesy of /u/theycallhimhellcat )
Measure on the right side of the body:
measure the skin between the nipple and the arm pit (diagonal)
measure the skin by pinching belly button and to one side (horizontal)
measure the skin in the middle of my thigh (vertically)
To measure, you just grab skin with your right hand and pinch, place the caliper about 1/2 inch away from your pinch, and close it till it pops into place. Add up the 3 measurements and plug it in to a calculator and you get your BF%.
I just read your posts below about wanting to gain muscle without actually bulking heavily. With your scoliosis, I think the yoga would help a lot because it focuses on spinal strength and stability. If you get into lifting, the advice I was given for that is lighter weights, more repetitions. You build strength and definition, but not bulk.
Like that: https://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK ?
>have never measured body fat, but would like to do that
You don't need those fancy digital meters. These do the job and are dirty cheap.
https://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK?keywords=body+fat+caliper&qid=1540671840&sr=8-8&ref=sr_1_8
http://www.linear-software.com/online.html
Here's a pretty good caliper with the online calculator. It's pretty much as good as it gets for home tests.
A cheap solution to estimate body fat percentage would be to buy a [fat caliper] (https://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK) and figure out how to use it. From what I've heard, the accuracy is directly proportional to correct usage, so make sure you have a way to get that in. Much cheaper than the complicated tests (like water immersion) though.
http://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-Accu-Measure-Body-Fat-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1373463591&sr=8-2&keywords=body+fat+caliper
http://www.amazon.com/Singer-96-Inch-Extra-Long-Measure/dp/B000PSA6GU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373463641&sr=8-1&keywords=cloth+tape+measure Even with these there will still be a margin of error but it will be more accurate than a monitor.
Automatic one.
[The one I bought.](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QURRUK?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QURRUK?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00)
You could use something like this:
http://www.active.com/fitness/calculators/bodyfat
Or just get one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-AM99-Accu-Measure-Body-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK
hit the weight room! and don't let the scale rule you. if you want a measurement to track that is a more accurate reflection of your body composition start tracking your body fat %. an inexpensive caliper is all you need.
This can be pretty subjective and without peeling the fat off your body and measuring it there's no way to know 100%. That being said there's a few things you can do to get a general idea.
First, you can compare yourself to some of the pictures out there and try to guess where you fit in. Example
Another option is to get some calipers and measure yourself. I've had these recommended to me and they seem to work pretty well.
At the very least, you can get calipers or a tape measure and keep track of trends, even if you don't have your exact bf%.
My guess would be Body Fat Calipers.
You can use a caliper to ballpark it, or you can find a scale that will tell you your approximate body fat percentage. I personally use the Fitbit Aria Scale.
I also carry a Fitbit One with me wherever I go. The Fitbit gives a pretty good estimate of the number of calories I burn each day just walking around doing stuff, and I can add in the calorie burn from my workouts on the Fitbit website as well. I keep track of everything I eat on the site too, so I can see exactly how much I'm eating vs how much I'm burning.
From my personal experience, I thought counting calories or macros was unnecessary, a pain in the ass, whatever, and that I could just 'eyeball' it and I'd be fine. Truth is I actually had no clue how much I was eating and how many calories I was burning each day. I was way overestimating my burn and underestimating my consumption. I was lifting and getting bigger, but I was putting on fat too.
You might want to look into doing a Leangains cut, a lot of people seem to get great results from it. Start reading here: http://rippedbody.jp/english/introduction-english/
EDIT: Also, have a look at this image:
http://files.builtlean.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/body-fat-percentage-men.jpg
See where you fit along that spectrum and it may give you some idea of where you are and where you want to be.
EDIT 2: I think you're also doing way too many reps on the bench. Shoot for 4 sets in the 8-10 rep range. If you want some size to your muscles, stay away from high reps. If your goal is pure strength, up the weight and drop down to about 5 reps per set.
You're probably close to 30% now.
Get these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000QURRUK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474505140&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=fat+caliper&dpPl=1&dpID=31KSLGelZOL&ref=plSrch
I'd guesstimate 25%. I started at 23.3%, down to 20.6%. Got these fat calipers to measure. I had to watch some youtube videos to get it right and I know it's not 100% accurate but it's something. Enter your measurements here.
This is the caliper we got . It works well but you need a second person to help you... Kind of
This is what I use(d) until I lost it. I loved it, works great, good price. Will buy again soon
This one. It's light, cheap, reliable, and works well. Also: pretty colors, if you care about that kind of thing.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001CCINO0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_s_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1467958928&sr=1-3&keywords=stethoscope+amazon&pi=SX200_QL40
I bought this one when it was on sale for about $20. If you find one like this I'd recommend it. The school has some cheap ones we use but I can never hear anything to well. With this stethoscope I can hear perfectly. Our school requires us to take BP every appointment and some people have been diagnosed/run to the emergency room because of high blood pressure. We work on a lot of poor people. I had one guy who had a BP of 220/130. He needed to go to the ER. I personally think they are good investments but everyone has a different opinion.
Best stethoscope I've ever bought was a ADC Stethoscope on Amazon for like $19. I've had the expensive stethoscopes before, Littman, all that jazz, but this one does just as good as any of them. Plus it was only $19 so I have no issue bending it and sticking it in my pocket to go. If it gets damage I can just buy another. Here's a link if you want to look it over.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TMPO0I/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Actually it isn't that expensive. I keep a set of drug tests at home for just this reason. (To be honest, I haven't used them lately, but when I do take a T-Break, I want to see that passed drug test.)
http://www.amazon.com/Instant-Single-Panel-Drug-Test/dp/B004C39D68/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1398201544&sr=8-2&keywords=thc+drug+test
You will be fine. I have done tests to see what my rates are for becoming cleaning using these: Science Purchase Instant Single Panel Drug Test Kit - Test for Marijuana (THC) - 15 pk https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C39D68/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_lCs.wbC76GY3B
3 days is usually what I was finding if I was previously clean.
I bought these off amazon last night
http://www.amazon.com/Instant-Single-Panel-Drug-Test/dp/B004C39D68/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1426430134&sr=8-2&keywords=thc+test
exact same test strips, just not in fancy packaging like that one, 15 for $10, used em for a while and they work quite well
Amazon has them in packs of 10-15. I strongly advise doing it this way and testing every 2-3 days and plotting your results. This way in the future you'll have an idea of how long it takes to clear your system (since this varies from person to person)
Some people could test clean in as little as a week. Personally it took me about 3 weeks to get consistently clean after smoking 2-4 times a day for 3 months. For reference I'm in my mid 20's with low body fat.
The exact tests I used
Sorry fellas, I've been caught up with school/homework. But not to worry, OP delivers..
If you guys have any more questions, I'll get to them when I can. Sorry again for the wait :)
You're welcome.
Your opiate point also reminds me of something I went through: opioid-induced hyperalgesia. Basically, with long term opiate use, the thing that's supposed to treat pain causes you more pain and makes you hypersensitive to stimuli.
Also, I went to let you know you can get one for $25 on Amazon for yourself, aswell as enough pads for a very long time for $20. Make them last by not changing the pads very often, even when they loose stickiness they still have the conductive gel so I use cheap medical tape to stick them on.
I have this and it is great. I used to have a more expensive unit and I can say that this one is just as good and the price is fantastic.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O7CM12W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K504UUG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
That is bad. That means your expensive cold air is being pissed into the wind. No telling how much extra you are paying during the summer to air condition the outdoors.
Might be worth doing some investigation, to see if you can seal up the leaks from inside. Maybe with something like this?:
https://www.amazon.com/DEPSTECH-Semi-rigid-Inspection-Waterproof-Adjustable/dp/B00STB0EW6
I'd either run a camera in there, or saw a hole in the drywall so I could see just exactly what I was dealing with:
https://www.amazon.com/DEPSTECH-Semi-rigid-Inspection-Waterproof-Adjustable/dp/B00STB0EW6
Can't say it sounds much different, but possibly a lack of power between 2,000-3,000 rpm and then there's a power surge above 3,000. I only drove about 15 miles total today, with short trips making up the first half of those 15. The trip back home was a straight shot at highway speeds.
As for fire, whatever is up there, I'm guessing twigs, leaves or seeds/shells. It smells like burning wood or leaves rather than plastic, oil or rubber.
Maybe I can run a scope like this one.
My first goal is to diagnose it properly, I don't really want to go too far based on my assumption without confirmation. I'm not getting a CEL or any codes from a scan tool which is why I'm assuming any issue is after emissions sensors. Should I check for a blockage using a vacuum gauge?
Or just buy one of these and do it yourself!
I've had good luck using one of these.
You don't need a mechanic, you need a Priest. Ritual exorcism. Holy water and all that, lots of smelly incense.
OK. Golden rule in Computer troubleshooting - If the problem is repeatable, it's software. If it's random, bad hardware.
At this point I'm sorta thinking electronics.
That's all I got for now, still pondering, but the wires are a real possibility, I had one on a fan in my control box.
EDIT: I have one of these, very handy. Can actually discern layer adhesion. Used it twice to save a print by counting layers printed and editing the G Code to restart the print at that point.
https://smile.amazon.com/Depstech-Semi-rigid-Inspection-Waterproof-Adjustable/dp/B00STB0EW6
Mine's an older model ...
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If you actually dropped the clip down the ports, that motor is going to need a rebuild. Here's a cheap endoscope you can get that hooks up directly to your phone.You'll need to take a look to see what's really going on.
At this point, you have two options (on the assumption that the clip is in there and doing damage). You can either get yourself a junkyard 5.3 and swap it out (definitely the cheapest option), or undertake a rebuild.
N.B. Let this be a lesson to anyone else reading that isn't already aware. Always plug your ports when working on a motor. I use shop towels, works pretty good and doesn't leave behind a lot of fibers. If you don't, it could easily cost you your entire motor.
I got it from Amazon. Its a co2CREA Storage Orgnizer for a stethoscope https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWDP0NC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_mmeRMCIT2XXQC
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XKDKJ1W/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_t1_IBxYBb1KD1VHP
ok, this is cool..
https://www.amazon.com/Nitecore-MT06MD-Nichia-2Xaaa-Penlight/dp/B06XKDKJ1W/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1542651084&sr=8-7&keywords=nichia+219b
219B!
Thanks for the giveaway! Throwing my hat in the ring: Nitecore MT06MD
Thanks for the giveaway!!!
I've been wanting a penlight for a while now.
https://www.amazon.com/Nitecore-MT06MD-Nichia-2Xaaa-Penlight/dp/B06XKDKJ1W/ref=sr_1_202?dchild=1&fst=as%3Aoff&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&qid=1574137589&refinements=p_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER%2Cp_36%3A3000-5000&rnid=1243644011&s=hi&sr=1-202
Thanks again,
The MT06MD would be rad.
This one's a wifi one, but you get the idea. It's branded as an endoscope. Obviously not human rated though...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZFC59R/?coliid=I1SR0S1YRI8QZS&colid=1BO3JBW33QSK8&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Pull the lid off? You mean to the septic? I bought a newly remodeled house and the septic is a little hard to get to, assuming that’s what you’re talking about. I think it’s legally supposed to be easily accessible.
You know if there is usually a filter between the toilet and the drain into the septic?
Just put an order in for this...hopefully it will help.
BlueFire Semi-Rigid Flexible Wireless Endoscope IP67 Waterproof WiFi Borescope 2 MP HD Resolutions Inspection Camera Snake Camera for Android and iOS Smartphone, iPhone, Samsung, iPad, Tablet (33FT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZFC59R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_q0IkDbJGTVD8F
You can buy/borrow a snake camera like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZFC59R
Maybe that will help you determine where that pipe goes? Otherwise there are PVC leak kits that are better than flex seal:
https://www.amazon.com/3M-05206-Marine-Adhesive-Sealant/dp/B0000AY6DG/
Good luck!
How about an endoscope camera?
https://www.amazon.com/USB-Borescope-Endoscope-Android-Inspection/dp/B074KXB3JM/
Pulling ethernet cable will be easier without an RJ45 end on it, so you may invest in a crimper set, but you can buy pre-crimped cables and only cut one side off to save you from having to do both. Most all of the holes have likely already been drilled in your stud out to the doorbell location and have room in each hole to string a CAT cable through there. So then it comes down to trying to minimize the number of access holes you cut. You typically need one hole per stud bay, but sometimes you can get lucky and poke the cable through a stud bay and avoid needing another hole there, if the holes are inline and you just get lucky.
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You might invest in a cheap phone borescope, and some fiberglass "fiberglass rods".
https://www.amazon.com/USB-Borescope-Endoscope-Android-Inspection/dp/B074KXB3JM/ref=zg_bs_8297406011_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=6QKMEX6B1NMWHDCTA1TQ
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https://www.amazon.com/Wire-Noodler-Complete-Fiberglass-Carrying/dp/B01LXCJSRP/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1539730946&sr=8-4&keywords=glow+rod
I wouldn't buy a borescope, but one of these I have seen guys use and they are useful sometime.
https://www.amazon.com/USB-Borescope-Endoscope-Android-Inspection/dp/B074KXB3JM/ref=asc_df_B074KXB3JM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198103677721&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8163263894219435641&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015649&hvtargid=pla-371040107488&psc=1
HERE!
http://www.amazon.com/AccuFitness-Accu-Measure-Body-Fat-Caliper/dp/B000QURRUK
I'm not one for filling huge pockets with stuff and we're required to have enough of the standard bits and pieces but there's two extra things I've found that I love:
Snapit ampoule opener - not necessary but personal deficiencies mean I've never managed 100% ampoule opening success by hand and this thing does it perfectly every time, is small and durable, ideal for EMS use. Obvciously no point if not using glass amps but I no longer hate metoclopramide now because of this thing.
Batclp - leather steth clip that feels like something you'd hold a gun with or something, very durable and simple but the only product I can find that works so well and is so simple. Handmade and a bit pricey much like the snapit but the best way to keep a steth neat and attached to something I can find.
A quality steth is the standard gift and there's a lot of Littmann Classic IIs in daily use that have rattled around ambulances for decades since someone left training school.
Muscle weights four times what fat does, so it's possible that you lost a lot of muscle and gained some fat.
Scales are deceiving.
BMI is the only way to go.EDIT: Whoops, I meant body/fat ratio! Preferrably using a skinfold caliper.the dr. mom ones seems to be the most common for home use:
http://www.amazon.com/Generation-Dr-Mom-Otoscope-Disposable/dp/B00AJDZJCW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449776822&sr=8-1&keywords=otoscope
if i decided to do this, i would take the time to study up on how to look and what to expect to see and do several checks when ears were in good shape. its just a matter of weighing whether the time + money is worth it to invest in order to have a better idea of what's going on without having to go to the doctor every time. And I also just wanted to see if any parents had done this and how it went.