34.LIS - Doctors

1. Why do most people in the U.S. have health insurance?

• Because it is free
• Because medical care is expensive
• Because everyone is required by law
• Because doctors require it

2. How much does health insurance cost per month for a single person in the U.S.?

• $50–$100
• $150–$250
• $300–$500
• Over $1,000

3. What happens when you first arrive at the doctor’s office?

• You immediately see the doctor
• The receptionist asks you to fill out forms
• You get a prescription
• You talk to a specialist

4. What kind of information do you provide on the medical forms?

• Your personal medical history and current symptoms
• The names of all your family members
• A detailed description of your job
• Your favorite foods

5. What does the nurse check before you see the doctor?

• Height, weight, and blood pressure
• Eye color and hair length
• What you ate for breakfast
• Your exercise routine

6. What can cause a person’s blood pressure to be higher than normal at the doctor’s office?

• Eating too much sugar
• Feeling nervous
• Taking deep breaths
• Sleeping too much

7. How long does a typical doctor’s consultation last?

• About 5 minutes
• About 15 minutes
• About 30 minutes
• More than an hour

8. What happens if the doctor thinks you need medication?

• They will give you the medicine for free
• They will write you a prescription
• They will send you to the hospital
• They will schedule another appointment

9. Where can you get your prescribed medication in the U.S.?

• At the doctor’s office
• At a hospital only
• At a pharmacy like CVS or Walgreens
• At a supermarket

10. What does a doctor do if a patient needs specialized care?

• Refers them to a specialist
• Tells them to take more rest
• Asks them to drink more water
• Sends them to another hospital immediately