Nursing Conversations 2 — Talking to Patients About Procedures AE

Explaining what you're about to do — the language of patient-centred procedural communication, from consent to aftercare.

Procedure communication in nursing

Patients have a right to understand what is happening to them. Explaining a procedure clearly, checking understanding, answering questions honestly, and managing anxiety are all core nursing communication skills. This exercise practises the specific language of pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure conversations.

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Choose the most natural-sounding response. LEVEL: Intermediate

1. What's that needle for?
2. Will it hurt?
3. I'm really scared of needles.
4. Do I have to have this done?
5. How long will it take?
6. What are the risks?
7. What happens if something goes wrong?
8. Can I have someone with me?
9. Is it over?
10. What do I need to do now?
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