Pre-reading questions:
- Does everyone experience pain in the same way?
- Is there a way to completely eliminate pain from our lives?
Vocabulary:
- solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/
- promising /PROM-uh-sing/
- accurate /AK-yer-it/
- progress /PROG-res/
- successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/
[noun] – the answer to a problem
If you want to clean your hands when water and soap are not available, a good solution is to use hand sanitizer.
[adjective] – Something that is promising shows signs that it is going to be successful or enjoyable
My little brother is very good at drawing, and his teacher says he shows promising talent.
[adjective] – correct, exact, and without any mistakes
The weather forecast said it would rain all day, and it was accurate because it had been raining for hours now.
[noun] – movement to an improved or more developed state, or to a forward position
I have been studying English for six months, and I can see progress in my ability to speak and understand the language.
[adjective] – achieving the results wanted or hoped for
After months of hard work and preparation, the students put on a successful performance for their families and friends.
Article reading:
Measuring pain objectively is a daunting task, but researchers are exploring different avenues to find a solution. One promising area of research is analyzing brain activity during pain. By examining which parts of the brain light up on an fMRI scan, doctors could gain a better understanding of the pain a patient is experiencing. While this method is still imperfect, finding an objective measure of pain could transform the way doctors diagnose and treat pain. With a more accurate understanding of a patient’s pain, doctors could provide better care and improve outcomes. Though there is still a long way to go in this field, it’s thrilling to see the progress made and the potential for a brighter future in pain management.
In conclusion, researchers are exploring innovative ways to find a solution, such as by analyzing brain activity. If successful, finding an objective measure of pain could have a revolutionary impact on pain management and patient outcomes.
True or False:
- Researchers are trying to find a solution to make it easier for patients to describe their pain to doctors.
- Doctors could get a better understanding of a patient’s pain by analyzing brain activity during pain.
- Finding an objective measure of pain has no potential to improve patient outcomes.
- There is still a long way to go in the field of pain management, but progress has been made.
- Analyzing brain activity during pain is a perfect method for measuring pain objectively.
Fill in the blanks:
| solution | promising | accurate | progress | successful |
- My uncle started his own business five years ago, and it has been very ______ because he is dedicated and works hard every day.
- Math can sometimes be challenging, but if you practice regularly and ask for help when needed, finding a ______ to a problem will become easier.
- I started a new job last week, and my boss told me that I am a ______ employee because of my hard work and positive attitude.
- When taking a test, it is important to read the questions carefully to ensure that you provide ______ answers.
- Our soccer team lost the game, but we made ______ in our skills by practicing and working together as a team.