1) HOSPITAL STAFF

A: Doctor, can I have a few minute with you?

B: Sure, what do you need?

A: This is Mrs Lan's X-ray result. There is a minor crack in her left fibula.

B: Hmm. It looks like a stress fracture.

A: Yes, I thought so, a stress facture of the left femur fibula.

B: Who's her radiologist?

A: Her radiologist is Dr. Minh.

B: He should examine the patient. He may be missed this.

A: I agree with you . I'll let his office know to set up an appointment.

B: Good idea. Thanks for consulting me.

- Surgeon perform the operation.

- GP is a doctor who treats the general illnesses of the people in a district, not specializing in
any particular branch of medicine.

- Anesthesiologist is a doctor who renders patient unconscious or prevents them from feeling
pain.

- Lab technician a medical professional who perform microscopic and bacteriological tests of
human blood, tissue and fluids in a laboratory.

- Pathologist is a medical doctor who examination of tissue and blood sample to diagnose
diseases.

- Nurse is a medical professional who helps doctor and cares for patients.

2) HOSPITAL EQUIPMENTS
A: Have you done a supply check for the day?

B: Yes, I’ve just finished them up.

A: Are we short on anything?

B: Yes, we need to replace some bedpans in patient room 2 and room 5.

A: Only bedpans, is there anything else?

B: There are not enough gauzes and latex gloves in the storage room. We need some refills.

A: Exactly how many syringes and latex gloves do we need?

B: About 50 syringes and 100 pairs of latex gloves.

A: OK. I'll have to order some of those. That reminds me to remember to empty the
biohazard waste containers.

B: OK. See you later.

- patient room: pressure mattress, oxygen tank, bedpans, gown, wheelchairs,...

- exam room: latex gloves, syringe, sharps container, thermometer,
sphygmomanometer,...
- sharps container: a box for storing of used needles and other sharp medical
instruments before disposal. ex: syringe, needles, lancets, scalpels,...
- biohazard waste container: a box for storage and disposal of dangerous medical
waste. ex: pathological waste, blood and blood product, cultures, stocks,...
- gown /gau/: a long robe worn by a hospital patient
- gauze /go/: a cotton fabric used to cover wounds or surgical incisions.
- bedpans: for the toileting of an immobile patient.

3) RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

A: And you must Mrs, B.

B: Yes I am.

A: I just took your test result.

B: Oh really? What did you find?

A: I'm sorry to tell you, it appears to be pneumonia.

B: Pneumonia? So this is the reason that caused dyspnea. Can it be cured?

A: Yes, you need to take medicine to treat it, one of those Ventolin and Albuterol.

B: OK. Do you write the prescription and give some medicine for me?

A: Yes, I’ll do it soon. See you again Mrs, B.

B: Good bye doctor.

- some common ailments of the respiratory system: asthma, emphysema, pneumonia,

bronchitis,...
- nose -> nasal cavity -> pharynx -> larynx -> trachea -> bronchi -> bronchioles ->
alveoli -> capillaries -> blood stream

4) CIRCULATORY SYSTEM

A: You must be Mrs, B.

B: Yes doctor.

A: I just took your cardiac MRI test result. You are at risk for heart failure.

B: Oh my!!! That sounds serious. Is it left or right or both heart failure?

A: Left heart failure. It caused a heart attack. Heart failure means that the heart can not pump
enough blood to the body.
B: So is it a dangerous heart disease?

A: Yes, it is a serious condition that could lead to long-term disability or possibly death.

B: I see. What about the symptoms of this condition? Difficulty breathing?

A: If you have shortness of breath or chest pain, you'll have to call the hospital right away.

- function of the heart: pumps blood throughout your body, controls your heart rate and
maintains blood pressure.
- heart: 3 layers, 4 chambers, 4 valves
- function of parts of circulatory system

5) DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

A: Okay Mrs B , what's seem to be there problem?

B: I have had a persistent stomach pain for 3 days

A: What did you eat?

B: Just my normal diets.

A: Do you take any medicines?

B: Yes, berberin.

A: You know, we are going to have to do a colonoscopy.

B: Is it necessary? Why don't we use an ultrasound for my problems?

A: If we do a colonoscopy, we can diagnose the disease accurately

B: OK. What does it involve?

A: We'll insert a fiber optic camera into the rectum while the camera is being withdrawn,
we'll find the problem.

B: All right. Better safe than sorry.

- route of digestive system: starts at the mouth and goes through the oesophagus,
stomach, small intestine, large intestine and ends at the anus.
- steps involved in the process of human digestive system: ingestion -> digestion ->
absorption -> assimilation -> egestion.
- what are possible problems that can occur in the digestive system? - gastroesophageal
reflux disease, cancer, irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance and hiatal hernia

6) BLOOD

A: We are almost done taking your blood. Just a tiny bit more and it will be done.

B: Oh, what is my blood type after the blood test?

A: It's type B.

B: Same with my sister. Type B is only compatible with someone with types B and AB. Is
that right?

A: Yes. We can not give your blood to someone with type O or type A

B: Oh if that so. What happens if someone gets a transfusion with the incompatible blood
type?

A: It causes an immune response reaction. It can even be fatal.

B: Wow. You have to be careful about labeling it.

A: Yes. We keep very careful records here to make sure no one gets the wrong blood type.

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 - Components of blood: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
- Blood has many different functions, including: transporting oxygen and nutrients to
the lungs and tissues. forming blood clots to prevent excess blood loss.
- Type blood
- Eat what food

7) BONES

A: Today, we will have a minitest. Now, can you tell me what you see in this X-ray?

B: There appears to be a fracture of the right radius.

A: That's right. Can you identify the type of fracture?

B: I think it's a stress fracture. Isn’t it ?

A: Are you sure? Maybe you should try again .

B: Is that wrong? It is not compound, is it?

A: It's not a compound fracture of the right radius. Can you see the broken pieces being
pushed together?

B: It's an impacted fracture!

A: Yes. What do we have to do before the tibia starts healing?

B: We have to realign the radius and fix it before reducing before healing.

- Function of bones: provides shape and support for the body, as well as protection for
some organs.
- Function of joints: facilitate the movement of the human body.
 - Function of muscles: pumping blood and supporting movement to lifting heavy
weights or giving birth.
- Some different types of fractures:

8) NURSING

A: Hi, welcome to our interview. How are you today?

B: I'm good, thank you. Nice to meet you.

A: Nice to meet you, too. To begin, I'll interview you for the NP position. What kind of
experience do you have?

B: I have been working in Nguyễn Đình Chiểu hospital as an NP for 2 years.

A: Oh. So why do you choose your job?

B: Well, in my opinion, nurse is a meaningful medical worker. I can help a lot of patients.

A: Wonderful. You'll be performing annual physicals and tests will you?

B: I understand. I also used to counsel patients and prescribe medication and other types of
treatment.

A: Pretty good. Have you worked with electronic health records?

B: Yes, we switched to them 1 year ago.

A: OK. The last question, did you have a Master's degree?

B: Yes, I had it.

A: I see. We will send the result to you by e-mail soon. We let’s you know.

B: Thanks a lot.
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9) SURGERY

A: Doctor. Did the operation finish well?

B: Yes, it's good. But I feel a little bit tired. Could I review the surgery schedule tomorrow?

A: Sure. First, it is a heart transplant on Mr. Minh in operating room 2 at 8 am

B: Is there anything else for the rest of the morning?

A: You have an appendectomy on Mrs Linda in operating room 3 at 9 am

B: That could be a problem. We may push back appendectomy to later in the day

A: Why's that, doctor?

B: Because I need to allow more time for complications of the heart transplant like bleeding
during or after the surgery, or a heart attack.

A: What should I do?

B: We will be operating on Mrs Lan at 10 am.

A: OK. I'll let the patient, the patient's family and the doctor and the nursing staff know about
the change.