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Exercise

Match each vocabulary word from Table 1 with its correct definition from Table 2. Note that
a. two definitions in Table 2 do not belong to any of the vocabulary in Table 1.

A. Showing positive progress in health, often through treatment.
Healed B. Fully restored to health or free from disease, with no ongoing
symptoms.
Cured C. Declined in function or strength, often due to a progressive
condition.
Improved D. In the process of regaining health or strength but not yet fully
recovered.
Recovering E. Worsened in condition despite interventions, requiring further care.
F. Returned to a previous poor health state after a period of
Stable improvement.
G. Steady and without immediate risk of worsening, especially in vital
Deteriorated signs.
H. Gradual reduction in strength or health over time, signaling a
Degenerated negative trend.
I. The body or wound has completed the recovery process with no
Relapsed issues remaining.
J. Improvement has been noted, though not necessarily full recovery.
Weakening K. Absence of symptoms but not fully recovered; requires further
testing.
Declined L. Gradually becoming independent of healthcare support systems.

Terminal

b. Complete each unfinished sentence using the most suitable vocabulary word from the

vocabulary list you have learned above. Pay attention to the context of each sentence to ensure
the vocabulary word fits well.

1. The patient’s strength has gradually __________ over the last week, making it challenging for him
to carry out daily activities without assistance.
2. After completing her full course of treatment, she is finally __________ and shows no signs of her
previous symptoms.
3. Despite the consistent care and support from the medical team, his condition has __________,
requiring additional interventions to manage his symptoms.
4. With daily physical therapy sessions, her mobility has __________, allowing her to walk short
distances independently.
5. The wound on her leg has fully __________, with no visible scarring or infection remaining.

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