CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

CLASS 10

A TRIUMPH OF SURGERY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What do you mean by ‘convalescing’?
A
Recovering from an illness
B
Lacking energy and enthusiasm
C
Confusion
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -When you convalesce, you heal or grow strong after illness or injury, often by staying off your feet. The related adjective convalescent means “recovering from sickness or debility, ” and a convalescent home is a hospital for long-term recuperation and rehabilitation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Convalescence is the period in which the body recovers from a serious illness, injury or surgery. Changes to your lifestyle may be needed to make sure the body has enough time and rest to allow a complete recovery.

Detailed explanation-3: -Recovering from illness : Convalescent.

Detailed explanation-4: -In summary, recovery refers to the same period as convalescence and is not easily distinguished from convalescence. The difference appears to be that convalescence includes a contextual element, a social recognition of the process that includes providing support.

Detailed explanation-5: -someone who is getting better after a serious illness or injury: Most convalescents prefer to be cared for at home rather than in a hospital.

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