Module 5 – Unit 1: Listening Task 
Getting to Know A Patient’s Cultural Background
You will hear a conversation between Dr. Sousa and Suad, an Iranian woman who has come to the doctor because she has chronic fatigue and migraine headaches.
First Listening
Listen to the conversation and check each time the doctor asks Suad about one of the
areas below.
Language & Communication |
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Culture |
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Religion |
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Family |
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Health Beliefs |
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Nutrition & Personal Care |
Second Listening
Listen again and answer the following questions.
- What do you know about Suad’s family?
- Why does Suad think she gets so many headaches?
- What has she done to try to improve her level of energy?
- How well does she understand the doctor? How do you know?
List other questions that Dr. Sousa could ask Suad about the six areas above.
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