Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for Medicine & Health

Overqualified →

Demasiado calificado.

Oversleep →

Dormir por encima de lo que se debe.

Overeat →

Comer por encima de lo normal.

Misinform →

To inform sb incorrectly.

Eyesane →

Pain of eyes. / When you watch sb ugly.

Good scrub →

To clean sth with concience.

Loan →

Préstamo.

Spread - Spread - Spread →

Esparcir.

Demanding challenge →

Un reto difícil.

Remove →

Quitar.

Crews →

People who have the same job.

Memo →

Información.

Grease stain →

Mancha de grasa.

To realise →

To understand sth or sb.

Litter →

Basura de papel. Rubbish, especially paper.

Ruined →

Distroy sth.

Eliminated →

Removed.

Deteriorated →

Damaged.

Show →

Display.

Around →

About. (Aproximately)

Willing to →

To want to do sth / To have the intention to do sth.

Cheer

Nail Health

🎧 Why does the woman visit the salon? C

What is true about the woman? A

🎧

• 1- Pedicure
• 2- Horrible condition
• 3- Split nails
• 4- Painful
• 5- Fixed up
• 6- Silk wrap nails
• 7- Natural nails

Artificial Nails: What You Need to Know

1- What is the purpose of the article? A

2- Which of the following is a difference between acrylic nails and gels? D

3- Why is the long-term cost of acrylics high? A

1- U-P-K-E-E-P

2- D-E-C-A-L-S

3- T-I-P-S

4- N-A-I-L B-I-T-E-R

5- A-C-R-Y-L-I-C-S

🎧

1. 1- The client doesn't like the frequent maintenance required by acrylic nails. T
2. 2- The man only knows how to apply acrylic nails. F
3. 3- The woman decides to get gel nails. F

🎧

1. 1- Don't need fills
2. 2- Maintain my acrylics
3. 3- Can get
4. 4- Natural
5. 5- Removal
6. 6- Soak them off
7. 7- Damage your nails

No

Unit 4: Environmental Issues and Legal Terms

• Auction (Subasta)
• Carbon footprint (Petjada de carbó)
• Court (Jutgat)
• Drought (Sequera)
• Environmentalist
• Exhaust fumes
• Landfill (Abocador)
• Litter (Basura)
• Offense (Delicte)
• Smog (Boira amb fum)
• Source (Font)
• Treasure (Tresor)
• Trial (Judici)
• Waste (Residus)
• Wilderness (Natura)
• Wildlife (Fauna)
• Approach (Enfocament)
• Avoid (Evitar)
• Ban (Prohibició)
• Convict (Condemnat)
• Damage (Fer malbé)
• Disrupt (Interrompre)
• Dump, Exploit, Pollute, Regret, Replace, Supply, Threaten
• Guilty, Outspoken, Unexpected
• Bring about, Charged with, Cut down, Dispose of
• Global warming, Greenhouse effect, Pass laws, Renewable energy, Solar power, Use up, Water shortage, Wipe out

Unit 5: Workplace Vocabulary and Skills

• Chatterbox, Deadline, Knowledge, Overtime,

Stress

Stress is often attributed to our modern-day way of life. It has also been referred to as the 21st century's plague. Whether these statements are true or not, stress has become one of the most common health problems people face today.

There are various factors that can cause stress: exam periods for students, financial issues, overwhelming workloads, or even addictions such as smoking. The daily demands of our rushed society seem to trigger stress in people, but there is a specific population segment that is more susceptible to it. These are the young urban professionals, also known as yuppies. Being overwhelmed with work, taking on new responsibilities, and working in a competitive environment are all factors that contribute to the perfect... Continue reading "Managing Stress: Tips and Techniques for a Healthier Life" »

·Crowded(lleno)                              ·Lie on the beach

·Get a suntan ·Dirty (sucio)                                  

 ·Go abroad(extranjero)        ·Get sunburnt (quemarte)

October Highlights

Celebrations and Events

Columbus Day Parade

The world's largest celebration of Italian-American culture, honoring the significant contributions of Italians to the USA.

World Animal Day

Organize an event or sign an online petition to support animal rights.

International Day of Non-Violence

Inspired by Gandhi, this day promotes non-violent resistance and has influenced civil rights movements worldwide.

Halloween

This Celtic tradition originated in the 16th century.

Mad Hatter Day

Inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, people celebrate by wearing hats like the Hatter.

Historical Events

Norman Conquest

On October 15, 1066, the Normans defeated the English, marking the beginning of the Norman Conquest.

Entertainment

Asa Butterfield

At 19... Continue reading "October Celebrations, Historical Events, and Movie Delights" »

Common Medical Terms and Hospital Essentials

1. Low Oxygen Level: Hypoxemia

2. High Pulse: Tachycardia

3. High Temperature: Fever

4. Low Blood Pressure: Hypotension

Hospital Item Disposal

1. Razors: Sharps box

2. Towels: Linen bag

3. Plasters: Disposable bag

4. Hospital Gown: Linen bag

Describing Pain Levels

No Pain: Slight, painless

Mild Pain: Dull, throbbing, aching, painful

Severe Pain: Excruciating, acute, sharp

El ejercicio es de redondear y empieza con de dirty room… (Exercise is about rounding and starts with the dirty room...)

1d/2a/3b/4a/5c/6d

GIS: Gastrointestinal System

Vital Signs Example

BP 89/128 mmHg, P=92 bpm, R=18 breaths per minute, Oxygen Saturation= 96%

Patient Scenarios and Restrictions

He is watching TV and has the volume quite high.

You... Continue reading "Common Medical Terms, Hospital Items, and Phrases" »

Water Pollution

Water pollution is a modification of water, usually caused by human beings, which makes it improper or dangerous for human consumption, industry, agriculture, fishing, and recreational activities, as well as for animals. Although water pollution can come from natural sources, such as the ash from a volcano, most of today's pollution comes from human activities.

Endangered Species

Unfortunately, there are many species that today are at risk of extinction. Many of them, due to the action of man and global climate change, which is also an indirect effect of the activities of the human being. Some of them are already condemned to disappear a few years from now, and although there are many organizations that work to preserve them, they... Continue reading "The Impact of Human Activities on Water Pollution and Endangered Species" »