OET Speaking, (DIETITION)

                             OET Speaking, (DIETITION)

Setting: Hospital 

DETITION:  You are seeing a 32-year-old patient recently diagnosed with celiac disease. He/she is worried about losing their favourite food and social circles. The doctor has sent the patient to you for dietary advice.

* Confirm the reason for the visit

* Evaluate how much the patient knows about celiac disease. Explain celiac disease (e.g., a condition where your immune system attacks your own tissues when you eat gluten containing foods. , it damages the your intestine, so your body cannot properly take in nutrients). Explain how gluten is not harmful to most people harmful to your system.\; however, it can be dangerous for individuals with celiac disease, etc.)

* Reassure  the patient that the condition can be managed with the right diet

* Explain the common sources of glutton: (e.g., wheat, barley, rye, pasta, bread, cakes, etc.)

* Provide  alternative: (e.g., gluten-free bread, rice, corn, quinoa, etc.)

 * Advise about reading food labels before consuming.

* Discuss some practical strategies for eating safely (e.g., asking for gluten-free menu options, avoid cross-contamination, etc.)

* Acknowledge their feeling and encourage them that many people live with celiac disease happily.

*  Provide  a sample gluten-free meal plan. Ensure follow-up support.  

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