Dr. Smith, a dedicated doctor in Dallas, Texas, has gone above and beyond to ensure that all of his patients receive the best care possible.
Not only has he learned Spanish to effectively communicate with his Spanish-speaking patients, but he also listens attentively and goes the extra mile to truly understand their health needs.
Dr. Smith’s commitment to providing top-notch medical care to all members of his community is absolutely inspiring.
Let’s listen to a dialogue he is having with a new patient:
Dr. Smith: Good afternoon. I am Dr. Smith. What is your name? How can I help you today?
Laura: Good afternoon, doctor. My name is Laura. Thank you very much for seeing me. I feel unwell. I think I have the flu.
Dr. Smith: I’m very sorry to hear that, Laura. What are your symptoms?
Laura: I have a fever, cough, and a slight headache. Also, I am very tired. And I sneeze a lot.
Dr. Smith: I understand. When did all this start?
Laura: It started three days ago. At first, I only had a slight cough, but then the fever began.
Dr. Smith: Have you noticed anything else, like nasal congestion or body aches?
Laura: Yes, my nose is stuffy and my whole body hurts, especially my muscles.
Dr. Smith: That is quite common with the flu. Have you taken any pain relievers?
Laura: I have only taken paracetamol for the fever, but it doesn’t seem to help much.
Dr. Smith: That’s fine. I recommend resting, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking medication to relieve the symptoms. I’m going to prescribe you some medicine. (El médico escribe una prescripción)
(The doctor writes a prescription)
Dr. Smith: Here is a prescription to buy ibuprofen, which can help you with the fever and pain. Take it as directed.
Laura: Thank you very much, doctor. How long do you think my recovery will take?
Dr. Smith: Generally, the symptoms improve within a week. If you don’t see any improvement in a few days or if you get worse, please come back to see me. I’m here to help you.
Laura: Perfect, I will follow your recommendations.
Dr. Smith: I hope you get well soon, Laura!
And now, let’s play this game!
