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OET Speaking (Radiography)

                                OET Speaking (Radiography) Setting: Out patient Clinic Radiographer You are talking to a concerned parent of a 10-year-old child who requires a chest X-ray to rule out TB. TASK * Confirm reason for the parent's visit (e.g., images of  lungs to  rule out TB). Find out parent's concerns (worries if the child co-operate, wants to know  the importance of  X-ray etc.). * Explain the importance of chest X-ray (e.g., helps in the diagnosis of TB, primary test,  better care and management etc.)   * Reassure parent's concerns ( e.g., re: radiation. short exposure, protections given, etc.) * Explain the procedure( e.g., position,  hold breath when instructed for a short while, maximum 5 min. etc. ) * Provide information (e.g., re: time taken for processing, repeat if image is not clear etc.). Resist : report sent to the doctor, cannot disclos...
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OET Sample Speaking (Nursing)

                                     Sample Speaking -------------------------------------------------------------------------------   * Explain the purpose of breast cancer counselling (e.g., discuss the diagnosis, explore the next steps, address emotional/psychological concerns etc.). Find out how the patient feels. * Explain early-stage breast cancer(e,g., abnormal cell growth, non-spreading, highly treatable etc,). Reassure the patient (eg, early detection, high success rates, favourable long -term outcome etc). * Discuss possible treatment options (surgery, chemotherapy, radiography, hormone therapy etc). Explain treatment may involve one or a combination of these approaches. * Advise the patient about the possible side-effects of treatment (e,g, nausea, hair-loss, skin changes, menopausal  symptoms etc). Outline supportive care measures (antiemetics, pain management, ph...
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OET SPEAKING (RADIOGRAPHY)

                              OET Speaking (Radiography) Setting: Outpatient Clinic Radiographer You are talking to a concerned parent of a 6-year-old child who requires an MRI scan. You provide information the parent require and reassure them. TASK * Find out the reason for the parent's visit. Find out the parent's concerns * Explain the importance of MRI (eg. detailed images of internal organs and structures, help in diagnosis, better care etc) Reassure parent's concerns  (eg. safe and non-invasive, medical teams care, ear protection to minimise noise, sedation etc.) * Provide importance of sedation (eg. calm and still, accurate imaging, and more comfortable etc) * Explain pre-procedure (eg. follow dietary restriction from medical team, fasting for 5 hours etc)  *  Provide information (eg. accurate imaging provide IV fluid etc). * Inform IV fluid's application and need (eg. numbing cream,...
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OET Speaking (Nurses)

                     OET Speaking (Nurses) Setting: Hospital Out-patient Clinic Nurse You are providing counselling and information to a 48-year-old patient who has recently been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. Task * Explain the purpose of breast cancer counselling (e.g., discuss the diagnosis, explore the next steps, address emotional/psychological concerns etc.). Find out how the patient feels. * Explain early-stage breast cancer(e,g., abnormal cell growth, non-spreading, highly treatable etc,).  Reassure the patient (eg, early detection, high success rates, favourable long -term outcome etc). * Discuss possible treatment options (surgery, chemotherapy, radiography, hormone therapy etc).  Explain treatment may involve one or a combination of these approaches. * Advise the patient about the possible side-effects of treatment (e,g, nausea, hair-loss, skin changes, menopausal  symptoms etc).  Ou...
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OET Polite Questions

                                        Polite Questions 1.  In Classroom  May I borrow a pencil. please? Could you help me with this problem? Excuse me. may I go to the washroom? Would you mind explaining that again? 2.  May I sit here? Can I have another sheet of paper? Excuse me, may I sharpen my pencil? Could you please repeat it? 1. With F riends Can I play with you? Would you like to share my crayons? May I join your game? Could I sit next to you? 2. Can I share this toy with you? Would you like to come to my home? May I have a turn now? Could you help me with that? 1. At Home May I have some water, please? Could you read me a story? Would you help me tie my shoes? Excuse me, may I watch TV now? 2.  May I hep set the table? Could you please pass me the salt? Would you mind reading me another story? Apology Sentences I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do it Please forgiv...
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Writing Sub-Test: Physiotherapy

  Occupational English Test Writing Sub-Test: Physiotherapy Time Allowed: Reading time 5 Minutes                           Writing Time 40 Minutes Read the case notes and complete the writing task which follows: Notes Assume today's date is 15 May 2021. You are a physiotherapist in Apollo Physiotherapy Clinic. Mrs Abrams is a regular patient at your clinic.  Patient Details Name:                          Mrs Doris Abrams Address:                      840 Oceanview Street, Stillwater DOB:                           03 April 1986  (35 y.o) Social background:   Married - Husband James Abrams                                    Sport: pla...
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Warm up questions

                                 Sample Answers 11. How would you introduce yourself briefly? Ans: Well, I consider I'm a self-motivated person and an active communicator. I've been practising in this field for the last  2/3 years and this helped me to build my confidence and taught me the meaning of 'healing touch'. On top of that, I'm a daily learner.  12. Would you rather be liked or respected as a radiographer? Ans: Well, in my opinion, as  a radiographer, it's vital to be respected by your colleagues and patients. However, being liked is also important as it can build trust and rapport with patients. In most work roles being respected should be given greater emphasize since it is typically linked closely to competence and productivity. 13. Do you find that communication skills are important for a radiographer? Ans: Without any doubt, effective communication and interpersonal skills...
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