Next Door Emergency

Your elderly neighbor Mrs. Chen has fallen in her apartment and is clearly in pain. She's gripping your hand, desperately begging you not to call emergency services - she's terrified of losing her independence. Through her door, you hear her adult son David approaching, and he has strong opinions about his mother's care.

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Survivors

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Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Next Door Neighbor (Building Resident)

Conversation Partner

David Chen (Concerned Son)

Setting

Mrs. Chen's dimly lit apartment entryway, evening. Emergency lights from the hallway cast long shadows. Medical alert pendant blinking on the floor.

Location

Parkview Heights Apartments, Unit 407

Learning Objectives

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De-escalate David's aggressive stance without compromising Mrs. Chen's safety

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Negotiate a solution that respects both Mrs. Chen's autonomy and David's concerns

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Avoid legal threats while ensuring proper medical attention is received

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“What exactly happened here? And why wasn't 911 called immediately? Do you understand the liability you're creating for yourself by honoring my mother's... 'request'?”

This is how David Chen (Concerned Son)'s greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#712

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