OET Speaking, Medicine- 55, Teenager's Drug usage
OET Speaking, Medicine- 55
Setting: Sub-urban Medical Clinic
DOCTOR
Your patient has come to see you about his/her 16-year-old son whom he/she suspects is taking illegal drugs. The boy is not present.
TASK
* Ask questions to establish why the parent thinks that his/her son is taking drugs.
* Find out more about the boy (eg, his lifestyle, friendship group, studies etc)
* Find out what your patient would like you to do. Ask whether it would be possible for the boy to come and see you in person
* Suggest referring the boy to an adolescent psychologistfor assessment and appropriate treatment
* Explain the parent some of the possible effects of marijuana (e.g., can affect alertness, concentration, co-ordination etc)
* Recommend strategies to convince the son to see the psychologist( empathetic approach, normalize seeking help, provide practically etc
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