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Disposable stethoscope cover

  • US 5,921,941 A
  • Filed: 07/17/1998
  • Issued: 07/13/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/17/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A disposable cover for a stethoscope for being placed in a tensioned condition over and covering a patient-contacting portion of the stethoscope, said cover comprising:

  • (a) an elastomeric material defining a disc-shaped body, wherein the depth of said body in the tensioned condition is substantially less than its diameter;

    (b) a raised rim integrally-formed with and surrounding the body; and

    (c) a raised dimple integrally-formed with and disposed centrally in the body for being grasped and pulled away from the stethoscope when removal of the cover from the stethoscope is desired.

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