Exercise 4 of 7 · Spot the problems · 4 min
Check an AI health answer
Compare the chatbot's answer with the clinic's advice. Tap every sentence that is wrong or unsafe, then check.
Tap every phrase that is wrong or risky. Tap again to undo. Check when you're happy.
What the chatbot told the patient
Sorry you're feeling unwell. Colds are very common, and most people feel better within a week or so. Ask your pharmacist for antibiotics, since they will clear a cold faster. Rest as much as you can, and drink plenty of water and warm drinks. Once you feel a little better, you can stop the tablets your doctor gave you. Honey and lemon in warm water may soothe a sore throat. If you find it hard to breathe, wait a few days to see if it passes. Taking large amounts of vitamin C will cure your cold. Wash your hands often to avoid passing it on.
The clinic's advice
- Most colds are caused by viruses and get better on their own in about a week to ten days.
- Antibiotics do not work on viruses.
- Rest, drink plenty and use the medicines the doctor or pharmacist suggested.
- Finish or stop prescribed medicine only as your doctor or pharmacist tells you.
- Get help quickly if breathing is hard, the fever is very high or you get worse.