Check in + Step 1: At the pharmacy

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Check in: I don’t feel so good…

First this:

“I don't feel well” is better grammatically. “Well” is an adverb and, in this sentence, describes “feel,” whereas “good” is an adjective. However, “I don't feel so good” is fine for informal, colloquial speech. The first one is informal, and the second is pretty proper, but they mean the same thing.

Ex. 1

Watch the video and answer the questions.

a What type of video is this?

b What is the main point of the video?

Ex. 1

Watch the video and answer the questions.

a What type of video is this?

Ex. 1

Watch the video and answer the questions.

a What type of video is this?

It’s a TV ad for the NHS.

Ex. 1

Watch the video and answer the questions.

b What is the main point of the video?

Ex. 1

Watch the video and answer the questions.

b What is the main point of the video?

convincing people to ask their pharmacists for advice in the case of minor illnesses

Ex. 2

Discuss the following questions with a partner and then report your findings to the class.

a Do you often get sick?

b What do you do to feel better when you feel ill?

c Do you take medication when you have a headache or a cold? Or do you have other remedies?

d Do you always go to the doctor, or do you just go to the pharmacy?

Step 1: At the pharmacy

Talking about health care

1 / Health care professionals

pg. 135

There are a lot of different items at the pharmacy. Look at the categories below and try to

come up with at least three more items for each category.

medicine

toiletries

cosmetics

baby care products

Jigsaw

Form teams

The text is in the back of this classroom.

Answer the questions as fast as possible.

Tips!

1. Identify Key Words or Phrases
2. Skim Headings, Subheadings, and Visuals
3. Focus on First and Last Sentences
4. Use Scanning Techniques

Identify Key Words or Phrases

Before you start, know what information you're looking for. Highlight or note specific words, phrases, or concepts to quickly locate them in the text.

Skim Headings, Subheadings, and Visuals

Pay attention to titles, headings, bullet points, and captions in the text to locate relevant sections. These often point directly to key information.

Focus on First and Last Sentences

The opening and closing sentences of paragraphs often contain the main ideas. Read these to quickly understand the context without reading everything in between.

Use Scanning Techniques

Move your eyes quickly over the text in a zigzag or vertical pattern while focusing on your key words. Avoid reading every word—just look for the information you need.

What is the primary responsibility of a pharmacist?

What personal skills are important for a pharmacist?

1. attention to detail and strong communication skills
2. knowledge of different forms of medication
3. expertise in cosmetics and beauty products
4. understanding of common bugs and minor injuries

Besides filling prescriptions, what other tasks do pharmacists tend to?

How do pharmacists educate patients about medication usage?

What other products besides medications do pharmacists stock?

Which non-medical skills are needed for the position of a pharmacist?

What does ‘out-of-hours on-call’ mean?

Go back to pg. 135

True / false questions

Pharmacists only distribute prescription medications that require a doctor’s approval.

1. True
2. False

False

They distribute a wide range of medications, including over-thecounter options available without a prescription

Pharmacists play a minor role in maintaining overall well-being and
public health.

1. True
2. False

False

Pharmacists play a vital role in maintaining overall well-being

and safeguarding public health

Prepare exercise 4 and 5 p. 138-139.

diligent

dispose

gargles

lozenges

drowsiness

showing careful and persistent effort in doing something

to get rid of something properly and safely

liquid solutions used to rinse and clean the throat and

mouth, often used to relieve sore throats

small, medicated tablets that are meant to be dissolved

slowly in the mouth to soothe a sore throat or cough

feeling sleepy or tired

exercise 4 page 138

Always make sure to follow your doctor's .... for your
medication.

The on this bottle is different from what I usually take;
should I be concerned?

Pharmacies play a major role in ... medicine to patients
and making sure the patients receive what they need.

I prefer ... for minor illnesses like headaches
or colds, so I don’t have to go see the doctor

I have trouble swallowing ...; can I get this medication in a
different form?

... tend to be easier to digest compared to tablets.

I requested my medication be dispensed in ... for easier
storage and organisation; that way it’s easier to check if I missed one!

These new painkillers help with both physical and emotional ...

My sister has her period and asked to pick up some more ...
at the pharmacy; maybe I should buy some chocolate too.

The pharmacist can explain the correct ... of the medicine,
and in case you forget, you can always check the leaflet.

It's important to be aware of any potential ... before taking
a new medication.

This medicine has ... ; should I throw it away?

Please ... the correct dosage into separate containers for
morning and night use

Thank you for the ... ; I feel more confident about taking my
medications now.

Write and act out a short dialogue using the vocabulary from the text

a First look for the following words or expressions in the text and explain what they mean. If you don't know them, look them up!

Next, pair up and practise a dialogue (at the pharmacy). Use the vocabulary from exercise 6a in your conversation.

2 / U.S. versus European pharmacies

3 / Where does it hurt?

Look at the pictures. How would you describe what these people are feeling? Discuss with a

partner.

Team up!

Correction key on Smartschool

Ex. 7 p. 146

a Preparation: choose one of the following medications. Choose one that you have used before or that you know.

b Action: list two injuries / pains / aches it can relieve and for which diseases this medication might be helpful. If possible, give an alternative if the treatment doesn’t work. Discuss the medication with a classmate. 

c. Reflection: check your task below