Review: At the doctor's office

Front

What is an antacid used for?

Back

An antacid is used to relieve stomach discomfort by neutralizing stomach acid.

Front

What should you do when a doctor asks you to breathe in?

Back

You should take a deep breath in through your nose.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

Front

Who is considered the patient in a doctor's office?

Back

The patient is the person receiving medical care or treatment.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is aspirin commonly used for?

Back

Aspirin is commonly used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever.

Front

What is medicine?

Back

Medicine is a substance that you drink or swallow to cure an illness or alleviate symptoms.

Front

What is the purpose of a doctor's appointment?

Back

The purpose of a doctor's appointment is to receive medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Front

What does it mean to take your temperature?

Back

Taking your temperature means measuring your body heat to check for fever or illness.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is a prescription?

Back

A prescription is a written order from a doctor for a specific medication.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is the role of a nurse in a doctor's office?

Back

A nurse assists the doctor, takes care of patients, and performs medical tasks.

Front

What should you do if you have a headache?

Back

You can take pain relievers like aspirin or rest in a quiet, dark room.