1. of or relating to the act of listening to sounds within the body (such as heartbeats or breathing) using a stethoscope for medical diagnosis
Usage: medical/clinical term

Examples

• The doctor performed an auscultatory examination to check the patient's heart and lungs.
• Auscultatory findings revealed an irregular heartbeat that required further investigation.
• During the physical exam, the physician used auscultatory techniques to listen for abnormal breath sounds.
• The nurse documented the auscultatory results in the patient's medical chart.
• Auscultatory assessment is a standard part of routine medical checkups.