Cover of the textbook Performer B1, Vol. 2

The key answer of exercise 3

The key to exercise solutions in chapter 5 - Presentation and practice 2 for the textbook Performer B1, Vol. 2 with authors Marina Spiazzi, Marina Tavella e Margaret Layton from Zanichelli

Question

Discuss. What would you do if you had a cough / a headache / a stomach ache / a backache / flu? Choose from the following and add your own ideas.

Answer

Cough

  • Go to bed and rest
  • Drink warm fluids like herbal tea or broth
  • Take cough medicine (as per recommended dosage)
  • Use a humidifier to ease throat irritation

Headache

  • Go to bed and rest in a dark, quiet room
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Take over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen (as directed)
  • Apply a cold or warm compress to the forehead

Stomach ache

  • Go to bed and rest
  • Sip on ginger or peppermint tea
  • Avoid heavy or spicy foods
  • Consider over-the-counter antacids or acid reducers

Backache

  • Go to bed and rest
  • Apply a hot or cold compress to the affected area
  • Consider over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen (as directed)
  • Practice gentle stretches or exercises if appropriate

Flu

  • Go to bed and rest
  • Stay hydrated with water, herbal tea, or electrolyte drinks
  • Take over-the-counter flu medications for symptom relief
  • Consult a healthcare professional for antiviral medications if prescribed