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🎓 Reading Comprehension – Health Clinic Visit

Listen to a patient-doctor exchange; answer 10 questions on symptoms, advice, and prescribed actions.

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Reading Comprehension – Health Clinic Visit
Listen to a patient-doctor exchange; answer 10 questions on symptoms, advice, and prescribed actions.

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Health Clinic Visit

Listen to a patient-doctor exchange; answer 10 questions on symptoms, advice, and prescribed actions. Use the speaker icon on the upper left to listen to the essay.

Yesterday afternoon, Michael visited the Green Valley Health Clinic because he had been experiencing headaches and a sore throat for three days. After checking in at the front desk, he waited about twenty minutes before meeting Dr. Patel in examination room four. During the appointment, Michael explained that he also felt tired and had difficulty sleeping at night. Dr. Patel measured his temperature and confirmed that he had a mild fever. The doctor advised Michael to drink more water, rest for at least two days, and avoid cold beverages. She also prescribed a throat medicine to be taken twice daily after meals. Before leaving the clinic, Michael scheduled a follow-up appointment for the following Friday morning in case his symptoms did not improve. The receptionist reminded him to bring his insurance card and arrive fifteen minutes early for the next visit.

Why did Michael visit the health clinic?

How long had Michael been feeling sick?

How long did Michael wait before seeing the doctor?

What was the doctor’s name?

In which examination room did Michael meet the doctor?

What additional problem did Michael mention?

What did Dr. Patel confirm after checking Michael’s temperature?

How often should Michael take the prescribed throat medicine?

When was the follow-up appointment scheduled?

What did the receptionist remind Michael to bring?

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