Lesson20
【Lesson 20】
◆How to deal with a medical emergency in English-speaking countries
◆Key expressions for Lesson 20
I have 〜. / I feel 〜.
Is there a Japanese-speaking doctor?
Please take me to the nearest hospital.
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: What would you say if you have chills?
A: I have chills. Please take me to the nearest hospital.
Q: What would you say if you threw up?
A: I threw up everything I ate. I think I have food poisoning.
Q: What would you say if you suddenly developed a high fever?
A: I suddenly developed a high fever. I need a medical examination, so could you help me fill out the form, please?
Q: What would you say if you have diarrhea?
A: I need a medical examination because I have diarrhea. Is there a Japanese-speaking doctor here?
Q: What would you say if you feel a pain right above your stomach?
A: I have a pain right above my stomach. I need a medical examination.
Q: Imagine you have had a constant headache. Please respond to my question. How long have you had this symptom?
A: I’ve had a constant headache for five days.
Q: What would you say if you don’t understand what the doctor said?
A: I’m terribly sorry, but I don’t understand what you said. Is there a Japanese-speaking doctor here?
Q: What would you say if you ask the doctor if he needs to see you again?
A: Shall I come in again? Or is it possible for me to continue travelling?
Q: What would you say when you repeat the dosage, let’s say, “take 20 milliliters every four hours,” back to the pharmacist to make sure that you understand?
A: So, I need to take 20 milliliters every four hours. Is that correct?
Q: What would you say if you ask for a prescription for medicine for your stomachache?
A: Would you please give me a prescription for medicine for my stomachache?