CELBAN Speaking Tasks 3

Question 1

In the CELBAN Speaking section, candidates are scored on several criteria. Which of the following is NOT one of the main scoring dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Spelling accuracy

Answer

CELBAN Speaking is scored on fluency, coherence, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation — spelling is assessed in the Writing section, not Speaking.

Question 2

During a CELBAN role-play, a patient refuses a recommended treatment. As the nurse, your most appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal, explain the potential consequences, and document the discussion.

Answer

Nurses must respect patient autonomy, inform them of consequences of refusal, and document the conversation appropriately.

Question 3

When communicating a pain assessment to a physician over the phone during a CELBAN speaking task, which structured communication tool is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation)

Answer

SBAR is the standard structured communication tool used for verbal reporting to physicians in Canadian healthcare settings.

Question 4

A CELBAN speaking task involves explaining an insulin injection technique to a newly diagnosed diabetic patient. Which phrase best checks patient readiness to learn?

Accepted Answer

'Is this a good time for us to go over how to give yourself your insulin injection?'

Answer

Asking whether the patient is ready respects their autonomy and ensures they are in the right mindset to receive new information.

Question 5

In a CELBAN speaking scenario, a family member asks you for the patient's confidential diagnosis without the patient's consent present. The correct response is:

Accepted Answer

'I'm sorry, I can only discuss your family member's health information with their permission.'

Answer

Patient confidentiality must be maintained; health information cannot be shared with family members without explicit patient consent.

(CELBAN) Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses Practice Test

(CELBAN) Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses Practice Test

CELBAN Speaking Tasks 3