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OET Writing (DIETETICS)

  Occupational English Test WRITING SUB-TEST: DIETETICS Time Allowed:  Reading Time: 5 Minutes                           Writing Time:  40 minutes Read the case notes and complete the writing task which follows: NOTES: Assume that today's date is 20 July 2020 Mr. Matthews was referred to you by his PCP for weight loss management. PATIENT HISTORY Name : Gerald Matthews  DOB: 01/06/1970 Social background: Librarian of the Chicago University at Columbia. Wife: Died six months ago, no children. Works a six -day-shift. Medical History: Hypertension, Hx. 4 years                               Obesity: 3 yrs Recent test results:     Cholesterol:  5.90 mmo/L, (incr from 4.8 - target less than 4.5)                                    ...

OET Speaking ( NURSING) - Discussing cancer

                        OET Speaking ( NURSING)                                  (Explaining CT scan) Setting:  Hospital Ward NURSE You are discussing the diagnosis of an eighty-five-year-old woman with her son/daughter. The patient was rushed to the hospital two days ago after her skin turned a yellow tinge. * Explain that the tests (CT scan, blood tests etc. ) were conducted to confirm the suspected condition and the results were returned. * Ask questions about the patient's general health * Sensitively reveal that the patient was diagnosed with cancer of the gall bladder * Answer questions about the prognosis (a few months life expectancy, surgery/biopsy not possible due to age) * Discuss care plan for management of the condition (transfer to hospice for palliative care) ____________ The End___________

OET Speaking (RADIOGRAPHY) - Patient Pacemaker

                           OET Speaking Radiography                                   Patient Pacemaker Setting: Hospital Radiography Department RADIOGRAPHER You see a 67- year-old patient who requires a chest X ray to screen for tuberculosis. He/she is concerned about X ray because he or she has a pacemaker (an implanted device that helps to regulate heart rate) * Confirm the reason for the visit. (Chest X ray: screening for tuberculosis) Find out how the patient is feeling ( any chest pain, breathing difficulties etc.) * Explore patient's anxiety about X ray (previous experience, radiation) * Reassure the patient about the effect of X ray on pacemaker function ( e.g., no effect, radiation used for X ray are not  electromagnetic waves, no need for concern etc.). Emphasise the importance of advising medical professionals about p...

OET Speaking 3, RADIOGRAPHY

                                    OET Speaking 3, RADIOGRAPHY Setting: CT Scan Room Radiographer: The patient has been experiencing blurred vision and pain and swelling in his /her eyes. The doctor has referred him/her for an emergency computerised tomography scan to check for orbital or preseptal cellulitis. (Infection of the eyes). * Find out whether the patient requires a nurse to assist with  the CT due to his /her decreased vision. * Explain the CT procedure ( e.g., contrast injection in hand via canula, lie on back, head first into the scanner, images taken, 10-15 minutes etc. ) * Give reason for the contrast dye (e.g., see blood vessels more clearly etc.) * Suggest ways to minimise discomfort during scan(eg, pillow, head holder, blanket etc.) Stress the importance of not moving during the scan (prevent blurred images, etc.)  * Give information about  exposure to radiation (v...

OET Speaking (PHARMACIST) - smoking cessation

                                OET Speaking (PHARMACIST)                                             Smoking Cessation Setting: Local Pharmacy Your client is  35 years old and quit smoking recently. Since then he/she has put on weight. He/she is interested in some for quick weight loss . * Find out the clients reason to see you. * Caution against rapid weight loss. (e.g., not recommend, rarely sustainable, dietary modification/increased exercise most effective, etc.)  Give  information about Orlistat (e.g., blocks absorption of some fats; effective for people with high BMI/body mass index: 30+; side effects: gastrointestinal problems, such as loose stools, faecal urgency, flatule nce, incontinence; etc.) * Stress insufficient evidence to support efficacy for most non-prescription...

OET Writing Case Note (Nurses)

WRITING SUB-TEST: NURSING  TIME ALLOWED:       READING TIME: 5 MINUTES                                          WRITING TIME: 40 MINUTES Read the case notes and complete the writing task which follows:  NOTES:   You are an intensive care nursing instructor at Methodist Hospital, Chicago. Today's date: 27 Jan 20200 PATIENT DETAILS Name: Mrs. Adriana Hakim Age: 73 years DOA: 25 Jan 2022 Marital Status: Widow Diagnosis: Chronic renal failure and ARDS Social History * African American * Retired Chef * Husband died 15 years ago * Lives alone in a rented house. * One daughter, Maureen-married and lives in Spain Past Medical History: T2DM - 20 years HTN - 15 years Obesity (Sedentary lifestyle) BMI 30 kg/m2 Rheumatoid arthritis - 5 years CRF - 1 year  9dialysis -twice a week) Past Surgical History .Cataract (2021) .Rt big toe amputation 2018) Fam...

IELTS Speaking, 28-08-2025

  IELTS  Speaking  Part 1 1. What's your full name? Let's talk about what you are currently doing: 2. Do you work or are you a student? 3. Could you, please, describe the nature of your work/     What do you study at the university? 4. Why did you choose that job/     Why did you choose that university? 5. What are your future plans and who do you want to be? Let's talk about numbers: 6. Which numbers are popular in your country? 7. Are you good at remembering numbers? 8. Will you you numbers in the future? 9. Did you like math lessons in school? Part 2 Cue Card Describe someone who cooked a special meal for you. You should say: * who it was * what meal it was * why he/she cooked the meal for you * and explain how you feel about it Part 3 Discussion 1. Is meat popular in your country? 2. Who eat more meat in your country, men or women? 3. In your opinion, will people in your countrystop eating meat in the future? 4. Why many people buy unhealthy foods?...

OET Speaking (NURSING) -Coronary Care A&E

                              OET Speaking (NURSING)                                    Coronary Care A&E Setting: Coronary Care Unit NURSE Your patient is a 79-year-old who presented to emergency last night with chest pain, nausea and vomiting. An ECG and blood tests showed evidence of mild myocardial infraction. The cardiologist recommended an angiogram to be performed, but the patient feels anxious and unprepared. The attending cardiologist has asked you to explain the procedure and associated risks to the patient. TASK * Ask the patient about this /her concerns * Briefly explain the angiogram procedure:     X-rays taken to see the heart vessels in detail, sedation given,       catheter inserted, usually in wrist or groin to the heart. * X-rays taken to see th heart vessels in de...

IELTS TASK 2 INTERNATIONAL QUESTIONS

                                                            IELTS Writing Task 2                 Question Papers  January - March  JANUARY 1. Some people think that employers should not pay attention to the way their employees dress, because the quality of their work is more important. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (SPAIN, January ) 2. Young people's use of computers and mobile phones to communicate has a negative impact on their reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (BRAZIL, January ) 3. Some say that reading newspapers and watching TV news is a waste of time because it has no direct connection with peoples lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (The UK, January ) 4. Some people say that students should volunteer to unpaid work to ben...

OET Speaking (NURSING) - 10, Home Visit

                                 OET Speaking (NURSING) - 10                                                 Setting: Home NURSE: You are visiting a 64-year-old patient who underwent a total knee replacement three weeks ago. The visit is to monitor the patient's progress before his/her follow-up appointment scheduled in a month. The post-discharge instructions included using a walker for mobility and compliance with the recommended physiotherapy. During your visit, you notice that the patient is not using the walker. TASK * Find out when and why the patient stopped using the walker. * Advise the patient on the importance of physiotherapy and using the walker. ( e.g., physiotherapy increases range of motion/strength. Walker assists with balance, reduce risk of falls, lessens weight/...

OET Speaking (NURSING) - 09, Child Swallowed Button

                              OET Speaking  (NURSING) - 09                                   Setting: Emergency Department NURSE: You see the parent of a three-year-old boy who swallowed a button one hour ago. You checked the boy's vital signs, which are normal, and you observe that the child seems well. You are now going to speak the the parent while the boy waits  in the family waiting room with his grandmother. * Find out further details about button. (size, shape, material, etc.) * Explore child's initial symptoms (e.g., drooling, vomiting, stridor, etc.). Find out about any pre-existing conditions (gastrointestinal abnormalities, neuromuscular diseases, etc.) * Reassure the blockage is unlikely. (low-risk object, natural elimination through defecation, child asymptomatic, etc.)  Find out any further conce...