Visit to the Doctor

Valentina woke up feeling sick and went to the doctor. What is a common sign of a cold?

• swelling

• toothache

• Runny or stuffy nose

• backache

Carolina has a fever. How does she use a thermometer to check her temperature?

• A) By putting it in her mouth
  

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  B) By putting it in her shoes
  

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  C) By holding it in her hand
  

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  D) By putting it in her food

When David goes to the doctor for a sore throat, what might he say?

• My head hurts and I feel dizzy.
  

• My throat hurts, but I feel fine otherwise.
  

• I have a cough and runny nose.
  

• My throat hurts and I also have a fever and trouble swallowing.

What is a bruise?

• A) A bruise happens when you burn your skin.
  

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  B) A bruise is when your skin turns color because of broken blood vessels.
  
  

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  C) A bruise is a skin infection.
  
  

• D) A bruise happens because of a muscle hurt.

Octavian has a toothache. What should she do to feel better?

• A) Eat hard foods
  

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  B) Rinse with warm salt water, take pain relievers, use a cold compress, and see a dentist if needed
  

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  C) Brush very hard
  

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  D) Ignore the pain

What does it mean if Daria is feeling dizzy?

• A) Feeling dizzy could mean health problems like dehydration or low blood pressure.
  

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  B) Feeling dizzy means you need more sleep.
  

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  C) Feeling dizzy is a sign of being healthy.
  

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  D) Feeling dizzy means you are hungry.

After a soccer match, Gloria saw that her friend Iurie had a cut on his arm. She grabbed a bandage from her first aid kit. What is a bandage used for?

• A) To make athletes play better
  

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  B) To cover and protect wounds
  

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  C) To keep skin moist
  

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  D) To decorate

After feeling sick, Camelia goes to the doctor. Which of these might need a check-up?

• Sore throat

• Headache

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  C) Cough that doesn't go away
  

• D) Feeling very tired

During a check-up, what might the doctor do?

• A) The doctor checks your health, like your heart rate, and talks about your concerns.
  

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  B) The doctor gives you a diet plan without asking.
  

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  C) The doctor schedules a surgery right away.

• D) Prescribe medication without examination

Why is it important for Valentina to describe her symptoms to the doctor?

• To impress the doctor.

• To make sure the doctor gives the correct treatment

• To avoid unnecessary tests.

• To inform the doctor of her medical history.