1

  Repeat

A:
 Good morning, is this Ryan?

B:
 You are speaking with Ryan. How can I help you?

A:
 Ryan, this is Malia, and I need to call in sick today.

B:
 What seems to be the problem?

A:
 I went hiking and have terrible poison oak.

B:
 When did you get that?

A:
 I think I got it on Saturday, but it just showed up today.

B:
 What are you doing for it?

A:
 The doctor prescribed an ointment and gave me a shot.

B:
 Good. You probably should be much better by tomorrow.


2

  Repeat

A:
 May I speak to Ryan, please?

B:
 This is Ryan you are speaking with. What can I do for you?

A:
 Hi, Ryan, this is Malia, and I will not be coming to work today.

B:
 What is wrong with you?

A:
 I have really bad poison oak and can't stop itching.

B:
 How long have you had it?

A:
 I've had it a few days, but the rash really got bad last night.

B:
 How have you been treating it?

A:
 I have some lotion that the doctor gave me, as well as an antihistamine.

B:
 That should work. I'll see you tomorrow when you return to work.


3

  Repeat

A:
 I would like to speak with Ryan.

B:
 This is Ryan. How may I help you?

A:
 Ryan, this is Malia, and I am afraid that I am feeling a bit under the weather.

B:
 Do you know what the problem is?

A:
 I have a horrible rash from poison oak.

B:
 Have you had it a long time?

A:
 The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days.

B:
 Have you been using anything for it?

A:
 I bought some over-the-counter lotion, and I am taking an antihistamine.

B:
 That will probably take care of your symptoms. I'll see you tomorrow.