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How to Look After Yourself After a Doctor’s Visit

Phrasal Verb: look after |Grammar: Imperative

Objective

Students will learn how to use 'look after' with imperative sentences to give instructions for self-care after visiting the doctor.

Article

When you visit the doctor, it is important to look after yourself carefully. The doctor will give you advice, and you must follow it to get better. Look after your body by resting well and drinking enough water. If the doctor tells you to take medicine, look after yourself by taking it on time. Also, look after your diet by eating healthy food. Don't forget to look after your skin if you have a rash or irritation. The doctor may say, 'Look after your health and avoid stress.' Remember, these instructions help your body heal fast. Look after yourself as the doctor says, and you will feel better soon.

Grammar Explanation

Meaning

'Look after' means to take care of someone or something to keep them healthy and safe.

Grammar Note

The imperative form gives direct instructions or commands. It often starts with the verb and does not use a subject.

Usage Tips

  • Use 'look after' to give advice about care.
  • Start sentences with the verb for clear instructions.
  • Use simple language for easy understanding.

Examples

Look after your health by resting a lot.

Instruction after doctor’s advice

Look after your wound and keep it clean.

Advice about injury care

Look after your diet and eat fruits and vegetables.

Instruction for healthy eating

Look after yourself and take your medicine on time.

Reminder to follow doctor’s instructions

Look after your skin if it feels dry or itchy.

Advice on skin care

Dialogue

Context: A patient talks to the doctor about how to take care after illness.

A:
Doctor, what should I do to get better?
B:
Look after yourself by resting and drinking plenty of water.
A:
Should I take medicine too?
B:
Yes, look after your health and take the medicine twice a day.
A:
Is there anything else I should do?
B:
Look after your diet and avoid stressful activities.

Vocabulary

Rest
To stop working and relax
Example: You should rest after the treatment.
Synonym: Relax
Medicine
A substance used to treat illness
Example: Take your medicine twice a day.
Synonym: Drug
Hydrate
To drink enough water
Example: Hydrate well to help your body heal.
Synonym: Drink water
Diet
The food you eat daily
Example: Eat a healthy diet with fruits and vegetables.
Synonym: Nutrition
Skin
The outer layer of your body
Example: Look after your skin if it is dry.
Synonym: Epidermis
Injury
Damage to the body caused by an accident
Example: Clean the injury to avoid infection.
Synonym: Wound
Stress
Mental or emotional pressure
Example: Avoid stress to help your recovery.
Synonym: Tension
Recovery
The process of getting better after illness
Example: Recovery takes time and care.
Synonym: Healing
Advice
A recommendation or suggestion
Example: Follow the doctor’s advice carefully.
Synonym: Suggestion
Care
Attention to health or safety
Example: Good care helps you get well faster.
Synonym: Attention

Tips

  • Use 'Look after' when giving clear care instructions after a doctor’s visit.
  • Remember to use the imperative form by starting with the verb for simple commands.
  • Avoid adding 'you' in imperative sentences; just say 'Look after your health.'

Summary

In this lesson, you learned how to use the phrasal verb 'look after' with imperatives to give care instructions. You can now understand and give simple advice to look after yourself or others after visiting the doctor.

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