Unit Review & Progress Test

Unit review — Digital Health & Telemedicine

Al finalizar esta unidad, deberías ser capaz de participar en debates complejos sobre el impacto de la tecnología en el sector sanitario, utilizando un vocabulario especializado y preciso. Habrás desarrollado la capacidad de discutir tanto los beneficios de la telemedicina como los dilemas éticos que conlleva la digitalización de la salud.

Asimismo, habrás perfeccionado el uso de patrones verbales complejos (verbos seguidos de infinitivo o gerundio) para expresar cambios de hábito, finalidad o interrupción de acciones. Este dominio es crucial para alcanzar el nivel C1, donde la precisión gramatical y la variedad léxica son fundamentales para demostrar competencia avanzada.

Grammar consolidation

Complete the following tasks. Pay close attention to the nuance of the verb patterns.

Part A: Sentence Transformation Rewrite the sentences using the word in bold so that the meaning remains the same. Do not change the word provided.

1. I ended my medical career to focus on research. STOPPED I ________ my medical career to focus on research.

2. It is too difficult to implement this software across all hospitals. DIFFICULT The software ________ implemented across all hospitals.

3. He decided to quit his job as a surgeon to start a tech company. GAVE He ________ his job as a surgeon to start a tech company.

4. It’s not worth trying to fix this outdated medical database. WORTH This outdated medical database ________ fixing.

Part B: Error Correction Identify and correct the mistake in each sentence.

5. The clinic suggested to expand its digital services to reach more patients.
6. We stopped to use paper records when the new system was installed. (Meaning: We no longer use paper records).
7. I remember to check the patient's vitals, but I can't find the notes anywhere. (Meaning: You have a memory of a past action).

Part C: Controlled Rewriting Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first, using the word given. Use between three and six words.

8. It’s a waste of time arguing about the privacy of health data. POINT There is ________ arguing about the privacy of health data.

9. I didn't expect the telemedicine software to be so user-friendly. EXPECTED I ________ the telemedicine software to be so user-friendly.

10. It is essential that we monitor the patient's heart rate constantly. NEED The patient's heart rate ________ constantly.

Vocabulary activation

Task 1: Word Formation Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in capitals.

1. The ____ (REVOLUTION) of telemedicine has changed how doctors consult patients.
2. There are significant ____ (REGULATE) concerns regarding data privacy in digital health.
3. The patient's ____ (RECOVER) was much faster thanks to remote monitoring.

Task 2: Collocations Choose the correct collocation to complete the sentence.

4. The hospital decided to ____ implement the new electronic health record system. a) wide / b) broadly / c) vast
5. Doctors must ____ strict protocols to ensure patient confidentiality. a) make / b) do / c) adhere to
6. The new app provides ____ access to medical specialists. a) seamless / b) seamlessness / c) seamly

Task 3: Register & Context Select the most appropriate C1-level term for the context.

7. The widespread use of wearable devices has led to a ____ in health data collection. a) surge / b) jump / c) hop
8. We need to address the ____ gap between urban and rural healthcare access. a) wide / b) widening / c) widened
9. The integration of AI into diagnostics is a ____ development in modern medicine. a) groundbreaking / b) ground-breakingly / c) ground-breaking

Task 4: Definition Match Match the term to its definition.

10. Telehealth | A. The use of digital technology to manage health and wellness.
11. E-health | B. The remote delivery of healthcare services via telecommunications.
12. Data breach | C. An incident where sensitive information is accessed without authorization.

Integrated skills task

Source Text: The Digital Divide in Healthcare

The rapid transition towards telemedicine has promised a new era of accessibility. Proponents argue that remote consultations reduce the burden on physical clinics and allow specialists to reach patients in isolated areas. However, this digital shift is not without its pitfalls. One significant concern is the "digital divide"—the gap between those who have access to high-speed internet and modern devices and those who do not.

Furthermore, the reliance on digital platforms raises questions about the quality of the doctor-patient relationship. Can a screen truly replace the nuances of a face-to-face consultation? There is also the looming threat of cybersecurity breaches, where sensitive medical histories could be exposed. While technology offers unprecedented efficiency, we must ensure that the human element of medicine is not lost in the transition to a purely digital landscape.

Writing Task (Instrucciones en español)

Basándote en el texto anterior, escribe un ensayo de respuesta (response essay) de entre 180 y 220 palabras. En tu texto, debes: 1. Resumir los puntos principales del texto original. 2. Argumentar si estás de acuerdo con la idea de que la tecnología podría perjudicar la relación médico-paciente. 3. Proponer una posible solución para mitigar el problema de la "brecha digital" mencionada.

Speaking checkpoint

Prepare to answer these questions during your speaking exam. Aim for extended responses using advanced cohesive devices.

1. Compare: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of in-person consultations versus telemedicine.
2. Speculate: How do you think healthcare might change in the next fifty years due to advancements in AI?
3. Evaluate: To what extent do you think digital health tools can replace traditional medical practices?
4. Justify: Some argue that privacy is more important than convenience in digital health. Do you agree? Justify your position.
5. Compare: Compare the healthcare systems of different countries in terms of their adoption of digital technology.
6. Speculate: If a major cyberattack occurred on a national health database, what would the social consequences be?

Self-assessment rubric

Answer key

Grammar consolidation 1. I stopped working as a doctor to focus on research. 2. The software is difficult to be implemented... (or: The software is difficult to implement...) -> Correction: The software is difficult to implement across all hospitals. 3. He gave up his job as a surgeon to start a tech company. 4. This outdated medical database is not worth fixing. 5. The clinic suggested expanding its digital services... 6. We stopped using paper records... 7. I remember checking the patient's vitals... 8. There is no point in arguing about the privacy of health data. 9. I did not expect the telemedicine software to be so user-friendly. 10. The patient's heart rate needs to be monitored constantly.

Vocabulary activation 1. revolution 2. regulatory 3. recovery 4. b) broadly 5. c) adhere to 6. a) seamless 7. a) surge 8. b) widening 9. a) groundbreaking 10. B 11. A 12. C