Check the meanings of the following words and expressions:
health conscious
routine physical examination
MRI examination
normal daily routines
prescribed medications
accompanied by relatives
precautions
attending physician
medical technologists
strained
1. Listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play" button and then answering the following questions. Press the "Final score" button to check your quiz results.
1. How long does an MRI exam typically last? A. from 5 to 15 minutes B. from 20 to 45 minutes C. from 45 minutes to an hour
2. What does the magnetic chamber include? A.an intercom system B. a contrast agentj
C. axial, sagittal and coronal observations
3. What is the average income in Taiwan? A. $US 13,000 B. $US 18,000
C. $US 19,000
4. Why have Taiwanese become more health conscious and recreation-oriented? A. a strong economy B. advanced medical procedures C. improved living standards
5. What are patients free to do? A. consult with the attending physician or medical technologists
B. have their relatives accompany them
C. lie in a supine position and remain still
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Post-Listening Exercise
Write a paragraph that describes product or service development (產品或服務研發) by adopting the following structure:
Current status of product or service development
Market value
Unique features and characteristics of product or service development
Major manufacturers of this product or service in Taiwan
Rationale for further product or service development in this area