OET Speaking (NURSING)- Sepsis

                                   OET Speaking (NURSING) 

                                                Sepsis

Setting: Hospital 

NURSE

You are speaking to a patient undergoing chemotherapy, who has presented with a fever, chills and general malaise. After conducting a clinical assessment, you have identified signs suggestive of sepsis. You should outline the immediate treatment plan and address his/her concerns.

TASK

* Find out how the patient is feeling

* Confirm the diagnosis (sepsis) . Explain what sepsis is( e.g., body's severe response to infection, needs, urgent treatment).

* Give reasons for your clinical opinion (e.g., fever, chills weakness.) Provide possible causes (e.g., chemotherapy, weakened immune system, common risk)

* Outline the immediate actions(e.g., hospitalisation, starting  IV antibiotics, fluids) Mention what to expect  (e.g., close monitoring, vital signs, blood tests/cultures) to identify the infection source, 

* Reassure about potential fear/anxiety (e.g., normal to feel overwhelmed, focus on recovery) and treatment (e.g., acting quickly, experienced team.) Find out any worries or questions.

* Briefly explain antibiotic action (e.g., fight infection, improve symptoms).  Discuss expected recovery (e.g., gradual improvement, rest is key, complete course of antibiotics).

* Mention duration of IV treatment  (e.g., several days, depends on response). Establish consent for hospitalisation.



              __________ The End________























































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