Health

What are the best ways to avoid getting sick?

Do you take vitamins? Do they really help people, or do they just have a
placebo effect?
What healthy habits do you have (such as washing your hands before
eating)?
Do you trust doctors? Completely? Why or why not?
 Doctor
Patient

Nurse
Patient tells about the symptoms and concerns

Nurse asks questions about the details

Doctor makes diagnoses and prescribes treatment

 HOMEWORK
Record yourself answering the question.
Listen.
Write down the mistakes you made on a paper.
Record again, try not to make these mistakes

What are the worst symptoms for you when you are ill?
Feedback
 Nurse:
Doctor:
1. What can I do for you today/ What seems to be the problem today/How do you feel
1. Are you currently taking any medications/Have you taken any
(today)?
medications?
What's the matter?
2. Do you have any allergies or medical conditions I should be aware
What's wrong?
of
2. Could you describe your symptoms?
3. Do you have any more questions regarding your health?
3. How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?
4. Have you noticed any factors that make your symptoms better or worse?
5. Have you had any similar health issues in the past?
6. Are you currently under any stress or facing any challenges?
7. Have you had any recent changes in your diet or lifestyle?
8. Can you provide some details about your medical history, including any relevant
family history?
Patient:
1. I've been experiencing [specific symptoms]. Can you help me figure out what's I'm fine.
wrong? I feel sick.
2. How long do you think it might take for these symptoms to go away? Not so good.
3. Are there any specific tests I need to do to determine the cause of my symptoms? Not very well.
4. Are there any lifestyle changes I should make to help with my condition? I don't feel well.
I'm sick.

1. What are the possible side effects of the prescribed medication?

If the person wants to say what is wrong, they may give the reason they
2. Is there anything I should avoid doing or eating while I'm being treated? feel that way:
3. How frequently should I come back for follow-up appointments? I have ... (+ health condition)
4. Can you provide any recommendations for managing my condition? I've got ... (+ health condition)
5. Are there any warning signs or symptoms I should watch out for that might
I have a headache
indicate a worsening condition?
I've got a sore throat.