OET Speaking Role-Play Test 2

OET Speaking Role-Play – Nurse (SECOND ROLE-PLAY)

Setting: Patient’s Home You are visiting a 60-year-old female patient who had knee surgery one week ago. You are doing a follow-up home visit to check her wound and give advice on recovery.

TASKS:

• Ask how the patient is feeling and check for pain or discomfort.
• Ask if the patient has noticed signs of infection (redness, swelling, pus).
• Explain how to clean the wound and keep it dry.
• Explain warning signs of infection and when to call the hospital.
• Reinforce the importance of following the medication and exercise plan.
• Reassure the patient and answer any questions.

Interlocutor Role (Practice Partner)

• You are a 60-year-old woman who had knee surgery one week ago.
• You feel pain around the wound.
• You notice some redness and worry it might be infected.
• You ask how to clean and protect the wound.
• You feel tired and don’t want to do exercises.
• You say, “I just want to feel better soon.”

Nurse Binny:
Hello, Mrs. Taylor. My name is Binny. I am your nurse. I’m here to check your knee after the surgery last week. How are you feeling today?
Patient:
Not so well. I have some pain near the wound.
Nurse Binny:
I’m sorry to hear that. Can you tell me—how bad is the pain? From 1 to 10, how strong is it?
Patient:
It’s about a 6. It hurts quite a bit.
Nurse Binny:
Thank you. Pain is normal after surgery, but I will look at your wound now. Have you seen any redness, swelling, or pus?
Patient:
Yes, there is some redness. I’m worried it might be infected.
Nurse Binny:
I understand your worry. Some redness is okay, but if it’s growing, it may be a sign of infection. I will check it carefully now. Do you have any fever or chills?
Patient:
No fever, but I feel tired.
Nurse Binny:
That’s normal. Many people feel tired after surgery. Now let me tell you how to clean your wound. Use clean warm water and mild soap once a day. Don’t rub. After cleaning, dry it gently with a clean towel. Then put on a fresh, clean bandage.
Patient:
Okay. So just soap and water?
Nurse Binny:
Yes, that’s right. And keep the wound dry. Don’t take baths—only short showers. Also, don’t use creams unless the doctor says it’s okay.
Patient:
Alright. What signs should I look out for?
Nurse Binny:
Watch for more redness, more pain, swelling, pus, or bad smell. If you get a fever or feel worse, please call the hospital right away.
Patient:
Okay, I will.
Nurse Binny:
Now, are you taking your medicines and doing the exercises the doctor gave you?
Patient:
I take the medicine, but I feel too tired to do the exercises. I just want to feel better soon.
Nurse Binny:
I understand. Many people feel like that. But exercises will help your knee get strong and heal faster. You can do a little every day. Would you like me to show you some easy ones today?
Patient:
Yes, okay.
Nurse Binny:
Great! You’re doing well, Mrs. Taylor. Don’t worry—it takes time, but you will feel better soon. If you have questions or feel unsure, you can always call us.
Patient:
Thank you, Nurse Binny. You explained everything clearly.
Nurse Binny:
You’re welcome. Now, let me check your wound, and then I’ll show you the exercises. We’ll go step by step together.


OR


Nurse:
Good morning, Mrs. Taylor. I'm [Nurse’s Name], the community nurse assigned to your follow-up care. I’m here today to check on your recovery after your knee surgery. How are you feeling today?
Patient (Interlocutor):
Oh, not great. There’s still quite a bit of pain around the wound.
Nurse:
I'm sorry to hear you're in pain. Could you tell me more about the pain—when it started, and how severe it is on a scale of 1 to 10?
Patient:
It's been there for the last couple of days. I’d say maybe a 6. It’s uncomfortable.
Nurse:
Thank you for sharing that. I’ll take a closer look in a moment. Pain at this stage can be expected, but we’ll make sure it’s nothing to worry about. Have you noticed any redness, swelling, or discharge from the wound?
Patient:
Yes, actually. There’s some redness, and I’m worried it might be infected.
Nurse:
I completely understand your concern, Mrs. Taylor. A little redness can be part of the normal healing process, but if it's spreading or getting worse, it might indicate an infection. I'll examine it now to check for any signs like swelling or pus. While I do that, may I also ask—have you had any fever or chills?
Patient:
No fever, but just a bit more tired than usual.
Nurse:
Thank you. It’s good that there’s no fever, but we’ll definitely keep monitoring everything. Now, regarding wound care—it's important to keep the area clean and dry. Gently clean the wound once a day using warm water and mild soap—no scrubbing. After cleaning, pat it dry with a clean towel and cover it with a fresh, sterile dressing. Avoid soaking the area in water, like in a bathtub.
Patient:
Right. So just warm water and soap?
Nurse:
Exactly. And please don’t use antiseptic creams or powders unless your doctor has specifically recommended them, as they can sometimes irritate healing tissue.
Also, here are a few warning signs to watch out for: increasing redness or swelling, pus or unpleasant smell, fever, or if the pain suddenly worsens. If you notice any of these, don’t wait—please call the hospital or your surgeon’s office immediately.
Patient:
Okay, I’ll keep an eye on that.
Nurse:
Now let’s talk about your recovery plan. Are you able to take your medications and do the prescribed knee exercises?
Patient:
I’ve been taking the medicine, but honestly, I feel too tired to do the exercises. I just want to feel better soon.
Nurse:
I completely understand—it’s natural to feel exhausted after surgery. But I really want to emphasize how crucial those exercises are. They help improve blood flow, reduce stiffness, and prevent complications like blood clots. Even doing them in short sessions a couple of times a day can speed up your recovery. Would you like me to go through a couple of simple ones with you before I leave?
Patient:
Maybe... yes, if it helps me heal faster.
Nurse:
Absolutely, it will. And please don’t feel discouraged—recovery is a gradual process. You're doing really well already, and with a little consistency, you'll start feeling stronger and more comfortable day by day.
Do you have any other concerns or questions you’d like to ask me before I check your wound?
Patient:
No, I think you’ve explained it really clearly. Thank you.
Nurse:
You're most welcome, Mrs. Taylor. I’ll now take a look at the wound, and after that, we can go over a few gentle exercises together. If anything concerns you after I leave, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to support you every step of the way.



Nurse Binny:
Hello, Mrs. Taylor. My name is Binny. I am your nurse. I’m here to check your knee after the surgery last week. How are you feeling today?

Patient:
Not so well. I have some pain near the wound.

Nurse Binny:
I’m sorry to hear that. Can you tell me—how bad is the pain? From 1 to 10, how strong is it?

Patient:
It’s about a 6. It hurts quite a bit.

Nurse Binny:
Thank you. Pain is normal after surgery, but I will look at your wound now. Have you seen any redness, swelling, or pus?

Patient:
Yes, there is some redness. I’m worried it might be infected.

Nurse Binny:
I understand your worry. Some redness is okay, but if it’s growing, it may be a sign of infection. I will check it carefully now. Do you have any fever or chills?

Patient:
No fever, but I feel tired.

Nurse Binny:
That’s normal. Many people feel tired after surgery. Now let me tell you how to clean your wound. Use clean warm water and mild soap once a day. Don’t rub. After cleaning, dry it gently with a clean towel. Then put on a fresh, clean bandage.

Patient:
Okay. So just soap and water?

Nurse Binny:
Yes, that’s right. And keep the wound dry. Don’t take baths—only short showers. Also, don’t use creams unless the doctor says it’s okay.

Patient:
Alright. What signs should I look out for?

Nurse Binny:
Watch for more redness, more pain, swelling, pus, or bad smell. If you get a fever or feel worse, please call the hospital right away.
Patient:

Okay, I will.

Nurse Binny:
Now, are you taking your medicines and doing the exercises the doctor gave you?

Patient:
I take the medicine, but I feel too tired to do the exercises. I just want to feel better soon.

Nurse Binny:
I understand. Many people feel like that. But exercises will help your knee get strong and heal faster. You can do a little every day. Would you like me to show you some easy ones today?

Patient:
Yes, okay.

Nurse Binny:
Great! You’re doing well, Mrs. Taylor. Don’t worry—it takes time, but you will feel better soon. If you have questions or feel unsure, you can always call us.

Patient:
Thank you, Nurse Binny. You explained everything clearly.

Nurse Binny:
You’re welcome. Now, let me check your wound, and then I’ll show you the exercises. We’ll go step by step together.


OR


Nurse:
Good morning, Mrs. Taylor. I'm [Nurse’s Name], the community nurse assigned to your follow-up care. I’m here today to check on your recovery after your knee surgery. How are you feeling today?

Patient (Interlocutor):
Oh, not great. There’s still quite a bit of pain around the wound.

Nurse:
I'm sorry to hear you're in pain. Could you tell me more about the pain—when it started, and how severe it is on a scale of 1 to 10?

Patient:
It's been there for the last couple of days. I’d say maybe a 6. It’s uncomfortable.

Nurse:
Thank you for sharing that. I’ll take a closer look in a moment. Pain at this stage can be expected, but we’ll make sure it’s nothing to worry about. Have you noticed any redness, swelling, or discharge from the wound?

Patient:
Yes, actually. There’s some redness, and I’m worried it might be infected.

Nurse:
I completely understand your concern, Mrs. Taylor. A little redness can be part of the normal healing process, but if it's spreading or getting worse, it might indicate an infection. I'll examine it now to check for any signs like swelling or pus. While I do that, may I also ask—have you had any fever or chills?

Patient:
No fever, but just a bit more tired than usual.

Nurse:
Thank you. It’s good that there’s no fever, but we’ll definitely keep monitoring everything. Now, regarding wound care—it's important to keep the area clean and dry. Gently clean the wound once a day using warm water and mild soap—no scrubbing. After cleaning, pat it dry with a clean towel and cover it with a fresh, sterile dressing. Avoid soaking the area in water, like in a bathtub.

Patient:
Right. So just warm water and soap?

Nurse:
Exactly. And please don’t use antiseptic creams or powders unless your doctor has specifically recommended them, as they can sometimes irritate healing tissue.
Also, here are a few warning signs to watch out for: increasing redness or swelling, pus or unpleasant smell, fever, or if the pain suddenly worsens. If you notice any of these, don’t wait—please call the hospital or your surgeon’s office immediately.

Patient:
Okay, I’ll keep an eye on that.

Nurse:
Now let’s talk about your recovery plan. Are you able to take your medications and do the prescribed knee exercises?

Patient:
I’ve been taking the medicine, but honestly, I feel too tired to do the exercises. I just want to feel better soon.

Nurse:
I completely understand—it’s natural to feel exhausted after surgery. But I really want to emphasize how crucial those exercises are. They help improve blood flow, reduce stiffness, and prevent complications like blood clots. Even doing them in short sessions a couple of times a day can speed up your recovery. Would you like me to go through a couple of simple ones with you before I leave?

Patient:
Maybe... yes, if it helps me heal faster.

Nurse:
Absolutely, it will. And please don’t feel discouraged—recovery is a gradual process. You're doing really well already, and with a little consistency, you'll start feeling stronger and more comfortable day by day.
Do you have any other concerns or questions you’d like to ask me before I check your wound?

Patient:
No, I think you’ve explained it really clearly. Thank you.

Nurse:
You're most welcome, Mrs. Taylor. I’ll now take a look at the wound, and after that, we can go over a few gentle exercises together. If anything concerns you after I leave, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

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