Which of the following statements about the diaphragm of the stethoscope is true?
A) Use the diaphragm to listen for high-pitched sounds.
B) Use the diaphragm to listen for low-pitched sounds.
C) Hold the diaphragm lightly against the patient's skin to block out low-pitched sounds.
D) Hold the diaphragm lightly against the patient's skin to listen for extra heart sounds and murmurs.
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