2018年大学英语四级翻译试题库及答案：吊瓶族
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中2018年大学英语四级翻译试题库及答案：吊瓶族
请将下面这段话翻译成英文：
吊瓶族
“吊瓶族”是指那些生病原本不需要打吊针(静脉输液)却坚持打吊针的患者，主要是由于静脉输液起作用快。但输液作为一种医疗措施，在不合适的情况下使用对患者有较大风险。
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Medicinal Feeding Addicts
Medicinal feeding addicts refer to a group of people who insist on an intravenous drip when there is no need for it, typically because it is a quick means of sustenance. However, this medical measure may incur risks when used unnecessarily.