英语四级听力短文理解模拟训练第8套_大学英语听力

英语四级听力短文理解模拟训练第8套

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　　In her early days as an emergency room physician, Dr. Joanna Meyer treated a child who had suffered a second degree burn. After the child had been treated, and was being prepared for discharge, Dr. Meyer talked to the parents about how they should care for the child at home, also listening to her were half a dozen family members. A few hours later, when she came to say goodbye, the family asked her to settle an argument theyve been having over exactly what advice she had given. As I talked to them, I was amazed. she said, All of them had heard the simple instructions I had given just a few hours before. But they had three or four different versions. The most basic details were unclear and confusing. I was surprised, because these were intelligent people. This episode gave Dr. Meyer her first clue to something every doctor learns sooner or later most people just dont listen very well.

　　Nowadays, she says, she repeats her instructions, and even conducts a reality check with some patients. She asks them to tell her what they think theyre supposed to do. She also provides take-home sheets, which are computer printouts, tailored to the patients situation.

　　Dr. Meyers listeners are not unusual. When new or difficult material is presented, almost all listeners are faced with a challenge, because humans speech lacks the stability and permanence of the printed word. Oral communication is fast-moving and impermanent.