Words you know: complete the sentences

type 2 diabetes · night sweats · hypertension · persistent cough · weight loss

• The patient complained of a ____ that kept him awake at night in Chicago.
• She woke up with heavy ____ and unexplained weight loss last month.
• Unexplained ____ is often an important sign that requires immediate investigation.
• Managing ____ requires consistent monitoring of diet and blood sugar.
• Dr. Adams treats many elderly patients with ____ at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Remember: Present perfect simple and continuous

• Dr. Roberts [has worked / has been working] at St Mary's Clinic in London for over ten years.
• How many patients [have you seen / have you been seeing] today at the Chicago medical center?
• I [have already explained / have already been explaining] the diet plan to the newly diagnosed patient.
• She [has checked / has been checking] her blood glucose levels three times this morning.

Remember: Present simple and continuous; state verbs

• Dr. Evans [knows / is knowing] how to handle high blood pressure cases.
• Look! The nurse [demonstrates / is demonstrating] how to use the glucose meter.
• This medical equipment [belongs / is belonging] to the cardiology department in Boston.
• Why [do you need / are you needing] another blood test today?

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