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OET Listening Dictation: O1

                              OET Listening Dictation: O1                                               (Sinusitis)   Rhinitis: Symptoms: * A blocked Nose * A stuffy nose * A bunged nose Sinusitis: Symptoms * Pain, swelling and tenderness around the cheeks, eyes, or forehead. * a blocked nose * reduced sense of smell * green or yellow mucus from the  nose * a sinus headache * a high temperature of 38C or above * toothache Sinusitis:  Treatment * Getting plenty of rest * drinking plenty of fluids * taking painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen.  - don't give aspir in to children under the age of 16 * avoid allergic triggers and not smoking * to ease congestion - clean nose with salt water * holding a warn clean towel over the face for a few minutes several times a day * inh...

OET, Apostrophe ( ')- the use of

                   Apostrophe ( ')  - the use of One of the uses of Apostrophe is to show the possessive form: [e.g., John - John' s (= of John)] Singular Noun     Possessive     Girl                       Girl 's (=of the girl)  Boy                       Boy 's Child                    Child 's   Doctor                 Doctor 's Patient                 Patient 's Student                Student 's . John                    John 's Rachel                Rachel 's Note: If the plural noun has a '-S' at the end use ...

OET Radiography Phrases to Remember - Speaking

         OET Radiography Phrases to Remember - Speaking 1. I'll explain the procedure step by step. 2. The scan should take about 20 minutes. 3. Please remain as still as possible. 4. Do you have any allergies? 5. Have you had this scan before? 6. You may experience a warm sensation. 7. The process is painless. 8. We'll take good care of you.  9. The result will be reviewed by a radiologist. 10. Please remove any jewellery. 11. Could you please hold your breath? 12. I'm going to position you. 13. The machine will make some noise.  14. You can speak to us anytime. 15. Please try to relax. 16. I understand you are feeling anxious. 17. This examination helps us identifying the cause of the condition. 18. The doctor requested this imaging study. 19. Your safety is our priority. 20. We'll begin shortly. 21. Please let me know if you're uncomfortable. 22. You may resume normal activities afterwards. 23. The radiation exposure is minimal. 24. Do you have any ...

Radiography Case notes - 07

  Occupational English Test WRITING SUB-TEST: RADIOGRAPHY Time Allowed: Reading time: 5 Minutes                          Writing time: 40 minute Read the case notes and complete the writing task which follows. NOTES Assume today's date is 20 July 2018 You are a radiographer working in the Outpatient Radiography Department in Apollo Hospital. A complaint has arrived from Mr  James Harold , a patient at your department regarding his waiting time. According to Mr Harold, he was pushed back twice in a single day, and then cancelled. The Head of Radiography,  Dr Rita Maria Newton asks for your explanation. You consult the following documents: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Document 1: Radiology Report from 01 July 2018 Name: Mr James Harold. DOB : 02 Nov1986 Address: 180 Riverside, St Martin Cross, NY 24 Patient History:  Left ankle  swelling and pain ...

OET, Warm up Questions for Fluency - Radiographers

                     OET, Warm up Questions for Fluency  1. Could you please introduce yourself? 2. Why do you take OET? 3. What are the qualities of a good radiographer? 4. What makes you a good radiographer ?  5. What's the one thing you like about being a radiographer? 6. Is there anything you don't like about your profession? 7. Who is your role model ? 8. What was your favourite subject in the university? Why? 9. Which subject did you find dry? Why? 10.  Who was your favourite teacher in the university days? 11. Had you not become a  radiographer, what you would have become? Why? (If you were to change your profession, what would you choose? Why?) 12. Tell me about a mistake you have done in your work place and how did you manage it? 13. What do you do to avoid medical errors? 14. What do your colleagues think about you? 15. If you were to become the principal of your college, what change would you make in t...

IELTS Writing Task 2 Essays Structure

                              IELTS Writing Task 2 Essays Structure Paragraph 1 :  Introduction   (Time: 5 min. Words: 50-55) * Paraphrase General Statement * Thesis Sentence Paragraph 2 : Body Para 1 (Time: 10 min. Words: 65-75) * Argument 1 * Reason (Explain Argument 1) * Example  for Argument 1 * Conclusion - Argument 1 Paragraph 3 : Body Para 2     (Time: 10 min. Words: 65-75) * Argument 2 * Reason (Explain Argument 2) * Example  for Argument 2 * Conclusion - Argument 2 Paragraph 4: Conclusion    (Time: 5 min. Words: 50-55) (Paraphrase the Introduction) Time Management and Word Control Planning: 5 min Writing:  30 min.       Para 1: 50-55 words       Para 2: 65-75 words       Para 3: 65-75 words       Para 4: 50-55 Words      Total words: 265-275 Proof reading: 5 min Assessment Criter...

OET Speaking - Physiotherapy

                              OET Speaking - Physiotherapy Task : * Confirm reason for physiotherapy. Find out how the patient has been since stroke. * Outline the benefits of physiotherapy for stoke patients (e.g., gradually building up strength, aiding recovery etc.). Find out ptatient's  jo b (physical demands, any driving, etc.) * Stress pt is not ready for to return to work ( e.g., may delay recovery, unsafe to drive, medical clearance required from doctor (etc.). * Give information about recovery (e.g., depend on: amount of damage to brain,  therapeutic stimulation of muscles, fatigue, commitment, etc.) * Give information about physiotherapy programe ( e.g., goal-based, aim: return to work, etc. ) Describe possible exercise types(e.g., strengthening, stretching, etc.) Establish patient's willingness to start exercise) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------...