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Why should you go to the doctor when you’re not hurt or sick? In this movie, you’ll learn about checkups and what goes on in a pediatrician's office. You’ll explore what school nurses, medical assistants, nurses, and doctors do. Learn how they use tools or instruments like a scale, thermometer, tongue depressor, stethoscope, reflex hammer, and blood pressure cuff to check your body and make sure it's healthy. Find out how they check your heart, lungs, and other body parts. See how patients get immunizations or vaccinations that protect them from getting very sick in the future. Learn how you can work with your doctor to come up with a health plan to make sure you stay healthy and strong.