OET Speaking Nurse Role Play Card – Post-Operative Care / Discharge
The OET Speaking test for Nurses often includes post-operative and discharge scenarios that assess a nurse’s ability to give clear instructions and reassure patients. This Post-Operative Care role-play scenario is designed to help nurses confidently practice safe discharge communication.
In this scenario, you will take the role of a nurse preparing a patient for discharge after surgery. The patient has concerns about pain, wound care, and recovery at home. This scenario tests your ability to explain post-operative instructions clearly, provide safety advice, and ensure patient understanding — key OET examiner focus areas.
Setting: Surgical Ward / Outpatient Clinic
Role Player (Patient)
- 45-year-old patient recovering from minor surgery
- Experiencing mild pain at the surgical site
- Concerned about wound care and activity level at home
- Asks when normal activities can be resumed
- Worried about possible complications
Candidate (You – Nurse)
- Explain pain management and medication use
- Give clear wound care instructions
- Advise on activity restrictions and recovery
- Explain warning signs to watch for
- Encourage questions and check understanding
- Avoid giving medical diagnosis
- Reassure and close professionally
How to Practice This OET Speaking Role Play
Read the role play card above carefully, just like in the real OET exam. Then use the audio recorder below to record your nurse response, speaking naturally and professionally. Start with empathy, ask relevant questions, avoid diagnosing or promising medication, explain the next steps clearly, and end with reassurance.
If you need help, you can download the practice PDF, read the answer script, and practice once or twice. Then come back to this page and record your voice again. You may repeat this process as many times as needed.
Click Record below and practice your response for this Post-Operative Care / Discharge scenario.