iThinks ESOL - At the Doctors pt 1

What is the first step to see a doctor at the surgery?

• Go to the emergency room

• Schedule an appointment

• Send an email to the doctor

• Wait for the doctor to call you

How would you describe a headache in English?

• A headache is a type of tropical fruit

• A headache is a type of dance move

• A headache is a feeling of happiness and contentment

• A headache is described as a pain or discomfort in the head.

When you have a fever, what should you do?

• Eat a lot of junk food

• Rest and stay hydrated

• Go for a long run

• Stay up all night watching TV

What is the purpose of making an appointment with the doctor?

• To buy groceries

• To learn how to cook

• To get a haircut

• To seek medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment for health concerns.

What do you call the paper from the doctor that tells you what medicine to take?

• invoice

• prescription

• note

• receipt

How do you say 'I have a sore throat' in English?

• I have a sore foot

• I have a sore nose

• I have a sore ear

• I have a sore throat

What information do you need to provide when making an appointment?

• Favorite color, favorite food, favorite movie

• Mother's maiden name, social security number, bank account details

• Blood type, astrological sign, high school GPA

• Name, contact information, reason for the appointment, preferred date and time, insurance/payment information

What are common symptoms of the flu?

• Joint pain, diarrhea, shortness of breath

• Blurred vision, chest pain, swollen glands

• Fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue

• Rash, dizziness, nausea, vomiting

What does 'prescription' mean in the context of going to the doctor?

• Written order from a doctor for medication or treatment

• A referral to a specialist for further evaluation

• A type of over-the-counter medication

• A recommendation for a specific diet plan

How do you ask for a refill of your medication at the pharmacy?

• Ask a random customer in the pharmacy for their medication

• Approach the pharmacist and request a refill of your prescription.

• Yell at the pharmacist to give you more medication

• Send an email to the pharmacy requesting a refill