Simple Stories and Dialogues: Going to the Doctor Role-Play - What Hurts - I Have a Fever

Introduction

"Mastering the conversation with a doctor can be the difference between getting the right treatment and feeling anxious about your health. Let's learn how to confidently talk to a doctor about what hurts and how you're feeling."

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FIRST

Before we start, make sure you're comfortable with basic medical vocabulary and phrases, such as:

• "I have a headache."
• "I'm feeling sick."
• "I need to see a doctor."

CORE CONTENT

Going to the Doctor: Role-Play (What Hurts? I Have a Fever)

Step 1: Introduction

• Start by introducing yourself and explaining why you're there.
• Use a simple phrase like: "Hello, I'm [Your Name]. I have a problem with my [body part]."
• Example: "Hello, I'm Sarah. I have a problem with my knee."

Step 2: Describing the Pain

• Use the phrase "What hurts?" to ask the doctor about the pain.
• Use a simple sentence like: "What hurts?" or "Where does it hurt?"
• Example: "What hurts?"

Step 3: Describing Your Symptoms

• Use the phrase "I have a fever" to describe your symptoms.
• Use a simple sentence like: "I have a fever" or "I feel hot."
• Example: "I have a fever."

Step 4: Asking Questions

• Use the phrase "What can I do?" to ask the doctor for advice.
• Use a simple sentence like: "What can I do?" or "How can I feel better?"
• Example: "What can I do?"

Step 5: Conclusion

• Thank the doctor for their help.
• Use a simple phrase like: "Thank you, doctor."
• Example: "Thank you, doctor."

WORKED / MODEL EXAMPLES

Here's a complete example of a conversation with a doctor:

You: "Hello, I'm Sarah. I have a problem with my knee." Doctor: "What's wrong with your knee?" You: "It hurts when I walk." Doctor: "I see. Do you have a fever?" You: "Yes, I have a fever." Doctor: "Okay, let me take a look. You might have a sprain." You: "What can I do?" Doctor: "You can take some painkillers and rest your knee."

Common Mistakes (3–5)

MISTAKE → WHY IT HAPPENS → CORRECT APPROACH

• Mistake: "I have a headache" instead of "What hurts?"
• Why it happens: You might be trying to describe the pain, but you need to ask the doctor about it first.
• Correct approach: Use the phrase "What hurts?" to ask the doctor about the pain.
• Mistake: "I'm feeling sick" instead of "I have a fever"
• Why it happens: You might be trying to describe your symptoms, but you need to use the correct phrase.
• Correct approach: Use the phrase "I have a fever" to describe your symptoms.
• Mistake: "What can I do?" instead of "How can I feel better?"
• Why it happens: You might be trying to ask the doctor for advice, but you need to use the correct phrase.
• Correct approach: Use the phrase "How can I feel better?" to ask the doctor for advice.
• Mistake: Not thanking the doctor for their help.
• Why it happens: You might be too focused on your symptoms to think about thanking the doctor.
• Correct approach: Use a simple phrase like "Thank you, doctor" to thank the doctor for their help.

1-Minute Recap

"Remember, going to the doctor can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Just use the phrases we learned today: 'What hurts?', 'I have a fever', and 'What can I do?' to ask the doctor about your symptoms and get the right treatment. And don't forget to thank the doctor for their help. Practice these phrases and you'll be confident in no time!