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Listening for Detail: Consultations Flashcards

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  1. A patient says, "The cough is much better, but I'm still bringing up some phlegm in the mornings." What persists?

    Answer: Morning phlegm

    The cough improved, but morning phlegm still persists.

  2. A doctor instructs, "Apply the cream sparingly, no more than twice a day." How should the cream be applied?

    Answer: Sparingly

    The doctor says to apply it sparingly.

  3. A patient explains, "I usually manage the pain with paracetamol, but lately it's not touching it." What does the patient mean?

    Answer: The paracetamol is no longer effective

    'Not touching it' means the medication is no longer relieving the pain.

  4. A doctor says, "We'll need to refer you to a specialist, but the waiting list is around six weeks." How long is the wait?

    Answer: Six weeks

    The waiting list is stated as around six weeks.

  5. A patient reports, "I've lost my appetite completely, and I've dropped about four kilos." What two symptoms are mentioned?

    Answer: Appetite loss and weight loss

    The patient describes loss of appetite and a four-kilo weight loss.

  6. A doctor advises, "Cut back on salt, but there's no need to eliminate it entirely." What is the recommendation?

    Answer: Reduce salt intake

    'Cut back' without eliminating means reduce salt intake.

  7. A patient says, "The symptoms come and go, but they're definitely getting more frequent." What is the trend?

    Answer: Symptoms are becoming more frequent

    The patient states the symptoms are getting more frequent.

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