Ep17. OET Speaking Practice: address lifestyle changes with a resistant patient
Feb 09, 2026•7 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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Episode description
This OET Speaking Practice podcast episode showcases a doctor-patient roleplay where the doctor addresses a resistant patient's obesity, family history of heart disease, and reluctance to change. The consultation covers strategies like validation, personalized persuasion, graded language, and negotiation to encourage lifestyle changes and referrals, illustrating effective communication for dealing with challenging patients.
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