Exercise 1: Match a word
Instruction: Match each word with its definition.
Exercise 2: Exam preparation
Instruction: Read the text, fill in the gaps with the missing words, and answer the questions below
Aviso en la farmacia: dispensación con receta y uso seguro
Fill in the gaps: dosis, farmacias, receta médica, medicamentos de venta libre, suspender, echarse, caducidad, ponerse, náuseas
(Notice at the pharmacy: prescription dispensing and safe use)
En muchas recuerdan que, para recoger un antibiótico, es necesaria una vigente y legible. En la etiqueta del envase aparecen la y la duración del tratamiento. También conviene revisar la y no guardar restos “por si acaso”, porque pueden perder eficacia o no ser adecuados para otra infección. Quien tenga , fiebre alta o empeore después de 48 horas debe contactar con su médico.
Si el médico indica que se aplique una crema, conviene la crema en la zona limpia y seca y lavarse las manos después. Si el tratamiento incluye gotas, es importante la cantidad indicada y el producto si aparece irritación. Para molestias leves, el farmacéutico puede orientar sobre , como un analgésico o un antiinflamatorio, y explicar cuál es el más adecuado según los síntomas y otros medicamentos que se tomen.Many pharmacies remind patients that a current, legible prescription is required to collect an antibiotic. The label on the container shows the dose and the duration of the treatment. It is also advisable to check the expiration date and not keep leftovers “just in case,” because they can lose effectiveness or may not be suitable for another infection. Anyone with nausea, a high fever, or who worsens after 48 hours should contact their doctor.
If the doctor prescribes a cream, apply it to the clean, dry area and wash your hands afterwards. If the treatment includes drops, it is important to use the indicated amount and stop the product if irritation appears. For mild discomfort, the pharmacist can advise on over-the-counter medicines, such as a painkiller or an anti-inflammatory, and explain which is most appropriate given the symptoms and any other medications being taken.
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¿Qué elementos de la etiqueta se mencionan como esenciales y por qué es importante revisarlos?
(What label elements are mentioned as essential, and why is it important to check them?)
Exercise 3: Listening
Instruction: Listen to the audio fragment and indicate whether the following statements are true or false.
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(The woman gave the pharmacist a prescription from the doctor, and he explained how to take the antibiotic.) |
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(The pharmacist told her she could stop taking the antibiotic as soon as she felt better.) |
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(In addition to the medicines, she bought a new thermometer after checking the expiration dates.) |
Exercise 4: Dialogue Cards
Instruction: Practice the conversation with your teacher or fellow students.
Exercise 5: Writing correspondence
Instruction: Write a reply to the following message appropriate to the situation