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OET Speaking (Medicine) -11.

 OET Speaking (Medicine) -11. Role play Card. Setting: Health Clinic Doctor: A 62-year-old patient presented two months ago with herpes zoster  (shingles) . He/she is now re-presented with the complaints of post-herpetic neuralgia (the nerve that often lingers after a shingle rash goes  away). Task:          * Explain to the patient the cause of the pain         * Recommend common analgesia as the first line treatment and explain the after-effects of strong pain medications (opioids)         * Give Capsaicin cream for topical application          * Explain the side-effects and steps need to be followed while applying the Capsaicin cream (e.g., a slight stinging or burning sensation o the skin, wear gloves        while applying the cream to the affected area)        * Prescribe anti-convulsant drugs and explain the effects of it  (Gabapentin or pregabalin may be useful, if necessary)       * Explain that non-pharmacological may help (e.g., relaxation - meditation, adhesive dressing and
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OET Writing - MEDICINE - Discharge Letter

 OET Writing - MEDICINE - Discharge Letter Pt Name: Cindy Larson  DOB: 07/05/1935 (87 y.o. ) Social background: Retired Secretary at a law firm Organisation 1. Intro: Pt name, Pt profile, Purpose, Present condition 2. BP 1: Initially, date, presented the ED with the complaints       of...., Pt condition, CT head- no brain bleeding,  US: Rt                 shoulder dislocation, Referral to admission. 3. BP 2: (Mar 04 - Mar 14): Admission,  normal saline +                ibuprofen, P t still disoriented, developed high fever on                  Mar 12, Zosyn , Two days later (Mar 14) Fever, MSRA,                Zosyn discontinued, vancomycin initiated. 4. BP 3: (Mar 21 - 29) Recovered, vancomycin discontinued, arm  sling removed. 5. BP 4: (Mar 31- Apl 04) Physio commenced, OT - home safety,    Discharge on Apl 04, ibuprofen, follow-up. 6. BP 5: Conclusion, sign off.
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OET Reading Part C - Lexical Questions

  OET Reading Part C - Lexical Questions 1. What does the writer mean by the word cost in the paragraph? A) overwhelming evidence B) placental insufficiency C) viable progeny D) reduced growth Text: Pregnancies are complicated by sub-optimal conditions in the womb, such as happens during pre-eclampsia or placental insufficiency, enforced physiological adaptations in the unborn child and placenta. While these adaptations are necessary to maintain viable pregnancy and sustain life before birth, they come at a cost . The biological trade off is reduced growth, which may in turn affect the development of key organs and systems such as the heart and circulation, thereby increasing the risk of cardiovascular  disease in adult life. Overwhelming evidence in more than a dozen countries has linked development under adverse intrauterine conditions leading to low birthweight with  increased rates in adulthood of coronary heart disease and its major risk factors - hypertension, atheroscierosis, a
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OET Reading Part C - Reference Questions

  OET Reading Part C - Reference Questions Question 1: What does "this" refers to in the paragraph? A.  60-70 % of the Asian population B. 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week. C. Physical activity D. Levels of activity. A lack of physical activity has been identified as the fourth leading factor for global mortality, and the principal cause of approximately 30% of the coronary heart disease burden. Physical activity is defined as not meeting the minimum guidelines of at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week. This characterizes between 60-70% of the Australian population. However, levels of activity appear to be growing.  Regular, moderate to vigorous activity is being widely promoted as a measure for preventing and managing CHD. It is important to note that a lack of physical activity is not the same as being sedentary. Question 2. What does the word "they" refer to in the passage? A. Syndromes B. Questions C. Studies D. Origins
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OET Writing: Transfer to a Specialist (Medicine)

 Transfer to a Specialist Pt Name:   George Bush (Mr) Age: 63 yo DOB: 01/03/1958 Occupation: Truck driver. Organisation 1. Intro: Pt name, Pt profile, purpose, Diagnosis, Transfer. 2. BP1: Summarise the events on 05/01/'22 and 06/01/2022. 3. BP2: 07/01/'22. Path. results, Assessment, Plan.  4. Transfer plan 5. In view of the above pt transferred. 6. Should you...... Sample Answer Dr Joseph Nunetan The Oral Surgeon Westerly Hospital, San Jose, CA Date: 07/01/2022 Dear Dr Nunetan Re: Mr George Bush DOB: 01/03/1958 Thank you for accepting Mr Bush, a 63-year-old truck driver, who requires partial glossectomy with hemi-mandibulectomy and radical neck surgery. He is a case of stage IV squamous cell carcinoma and is being transferred to your facility today.  Initially, on 05/01/2022,  Mr Bush was suspected to have a tumor at the base of his tongue as revealed by his  FNAC, CT and  MRI reports. Therefore,  he was admitted for observation and further investigations.   The next day, his
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OET Writing: Transfer to GP

  OET Writing (Medicine) Transfer  to GP/Nurse Resident Pt: Ross Sergio (Mr) DOB: 13/03/1969 Age: 57 years Prof: Airport handing staff.   Organisation 1. Intro:  Thank you for accepting .......... (pt name), who requires ........... (purpose.) . He is recovering after .......... (procedure). 2. BP 1, 2, 3 ete. (During hospitalisation)  3. Last BP: Plan 4. In view of the above .......... (pt name) is being transnferred to you. 5. Should you have any queries, .......  Sign off Sample Answer Mrs Mary Carl The Resident The Medicine Department Carl's Hospital, San Diego, CA Date: 06/02/2022 Dear Mrs Carl Re: Mr Ross Sergio BOB: 13/03/1969 Thank you for accepting Mr Sergio, a 57-year-old airport handling staff, who requires further monitoring and patient-care. He is recovering after a left total hip arthroplasty and is being transferred to your care.   On 04/02/2022, Mr Sergio underwent the surgery, which was largely uneventful. The implant used was acetabular cetabular  shell 60 mm with
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