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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Treatments & Recovery

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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)

to notify one's employer or supervisor that one is unwell and unable to work on a specific day

Ex: He called in sick last Monday because of a stomach virus.
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on the mend
[phrase]

used to refer to someone who is starting to get or feel better after a period of illness or injury

Ex: The young athlete suffered a sprained ankle during the game, but with proper treatment and rehabilitation, she's on the mend and eager to get back on the field.
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in good health after a period of illness or injury

Ex: The accident left Peter with a broken leg, but thanks to a successful surgery and intensive rehabilitation, he was able to get back on his feet and resume his active lifestyle.
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aspirin
[noun]

a type of medicine taken to relieve pain, bring down a fever, etc.

Ex: Aspirin is often used to alleviate the symptoms of the common cold .
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bandage
[noun]

a piece of cloth that is put around a wound to prevent infections

Ex: After the injury , the doctor instructed him to change the bandage daily to ensure proper healing .
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medicine
[noun]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

Ex: The child refused to take the bitter-tasting medicine.
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operation
[noun]

a medical process in which a part of body is cut open to repair or remove a damaged organ

Ex: Prior to the operation, the medical staff conducted several tests to assess the patient ’s overall health .
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pill
[noun]

a small round medication we take whole when we are sick

Ex: You should not take this pill on an empty stomach .
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plaster
[noun]

a small medical dressing that one can stick over a wound or cut in order to keep it clean and protect it

Ex: After the injection , the nurse placed a small plaster on his arm .
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a cast made of a rigid material that holds a fractured bone in place and prevent movement

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test
[noun]

a medical examination of the body or a part of body to detect possible health issues

Ex: They performed a biopsy test to examine the tissue for abnormalities .
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X-ray
[noun]

an image of the inside of a body created using X-rays

Ex: The radiologist reviewed the X-ray images to diagnose the cause of the patient’s chronic pain.
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to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

Ex: With proper treatment , many people can recover from mental health challenges .
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rest
[noun]

a period of relaxing, sleeping or doing nothing, especially after a period of activity

Ex: The doctor advised him to take a lot of rest to recover quickly .
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diet
[noun]

a set of food that is eaten to keep healthy, thin, etc.

Ex: The Mediterranean diet is known for its heart health benefits .
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the written instructions of a doctor that allow the patient to get the medicines needed

Ex: The prescription clearly states the dosage and frequency .
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stage
[noun]

one of the phases in which a process or event is divided into

Ex: The play 's rehearsal stage is crucial for perfecting the performance .
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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
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