Here are common hospital conversations categorized by different scenarios, useful for both medical professionals and patients:
1. Patient Admission & Registration
- Receptionist: “Good morning, do you have an appointment or is this an emergency?”
- Patient: “I have severe stomach pain. I need to see a doctor urgently.”
- Receptionist: “Please fill out this form and bring your ID and insurance card.”
2. Talking to Nurses/Doctors
- Nurse: “On a scale of 1 to 10, how bad is your pain?”
- Patient: “Around 7. It’s a sharp pain in my lower right side.”
- Doctor: “We’ll run some tests to check for appendicitis.”
3. Emergency Room (ER) Conversations
- ER Staff: “What happened? Are you allergic to any medications?”
- Patient: “I fell and hit my head. I’m allergic to penicillin.”
- Doctor: “We’ll do a CT scan to rule out a concussion.”
4. Surgery Discussions
- Surgeon: “The operation will take 2 hours. Do you consent to anesthesia?”
- Patient’s Relative: “What are the risks involved?”
- Surgeon: “There’s a small chance of infection, but we’ll monitor closely.”
5. Post-Surgery/Recovery
- Nurse: “How are you feeling after the surgery? Any nausea?”
- Patient: “A little dizzy, but the pain is better.”
- Doctor: “You can go home tomorrow if your vitals stay stable.”
6. Pharmacy & Discharge Instructions
- Pharmacist: “Take this antibiotic twice daily for 7 days. Avoid alcohol.”
- Patient: “Should I come back for a follow-up?”
- Doctor: “Yes, schedule an appointment in two weeks.”
7. Comforting a Patient
- Visitor: “You’re in good hands. The doctors here are excellent.”
- Patient: “I’m scared about the test results.”
- Nurse: “It’s normal to feel anxious. Let me explain the procedure again.”
8. Asking for Help in the Hospital
- Patient: “Can I get more blankets? I’m feeling cold.”
- Relative: “Where’s the nearest cafeteria?”
- Staff: “Turn left at the hallway; it’s on the 3rd floor.”
9. Pediatric (Children’s) Ward
- Parent: “My child has a high fever and won’t eat.”
- Pediatrician: “We’ll give her fluids and check for infections.”
- Child: “Does the needle hurt?”
- Nurse: “Just a tiny pinch—you’re very brave!”
10. End-of-Life/Palliative Care
- Doctor (gently): “We’ve done all we can. Would you like to discuss hospice options?”
- Family Member: “How long does he have?”
- Doctor: “It’s hard to predict, but we’ll focus on keeping him comfortable.”
Key Vocabulary:
- Symptoms: pain, fever, dizziness, bleeding, swelling
- Treatments: surgery, medication, IV drip, X-ray, physiotherapy
- Phrases:
- “I need a second opinion.”
- “Is this covered by insurance?”
- “Can you explain the diagnosis in simple terms?”
Would you like role-play dialogues or specific medical scenarios (e.g., diabetes, heart attack)? 😊
