OET Answers

Margret Martin OET Writing Sample Answer The Manager  Women’s Refuge Shelter 21 east Street INR 1998 London 30 December 2021 Dear Manager, Re : Ms Margret Martin DOB : 31 June 2001 I am writing to refer Ms Margret Martin who is a postnatal mother. She requires emergency short term admission for accommodation and other support services following her discharge today.  Ms Margret Martin was admitted to hospital on 23 December 2021 for delivery. She delivered a female healthy baby without any complications. Her postnatal progress was excellent with minimal blood loss. She preferred the baby to bottle feed rather than breastfeeding. Baby’s feeding is noted to be good and normal.  Ms Martin is single and used to live with her boyfriend but currently refuses to reside with him, as he is verbally abusive and even not the father of the child. Presently, she is unemployed and can not stay with her family, as her only sister stays overseas and parents died a couple of years ago in a...

Henry Harwood OET Writing Sample Answer Ms Kenzy Jaida Nurse In charge Observation facility Indira Gandhi International Airport 18 November 2021 Dear Nurse In Charge, Re : Mr Henry Harwood Age : 42 years I am writing to introduce Mr Henry Harwood who requires urgent isolation and further management as he has symptoms suggestive of COVID-19. Mr Harwood presented to our facility on 18 November 2021 with the complainants of coughing, sneezing along with dyspnea and recurrent headaches for five days. His physical examination revealed temperature (39 °C) and heart rate (75). Therefore, he was managed with paracetamol 500mg if needed, dehydrated 500 ml DNS and nebulization fourth hourly. On observation, he has been advised to use personal protective equipment especially mask and gloves as well as drinking hot water. Mr Harwood travelled to China on 11 November 2021. He had left lung resection in 2017. He has bronchial asthma, diabetes mellitus and hypertension, which have been controlled w...

Sandra Miller OET Writing Sample Answer Mr Andrew O’Connor Charge Nurse OETAnswers Nursing Service 71 Mount Street Prothrust 15 November 2021 Dear Mr O’Connor, Re: Ms Sandra Miller Age : 79 Years I am writing to request a home visit for Ms Sandra Miller who underwent second angioplasty as a result of coronary artery disease and angina. She requires care and support following her discharge tomorrow. Ms Miller’s post-operative period was uneventful. During hospitalization, she tolerated semi-solid diet and fluids. Even though bruising was noted at the catheter insertion site, no signs of infections were observed. Currently, she is concerned about managing her condition at home. Ms Miller underwent angioplasty in 2012. She has coronary artery disease, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and coeliac disease, for which she is on medications. She lives alone and uses hearing aids. She leads a sedentary life style, and her BMI is 29.5. It would be appreciated if you could assess Ms Mill...

Wilson Martha OET Writing Sample Answer Dr Alfred Billy Endocrinologist Lyell McEwin Hospital Grey Wells  AUS, 4773   11 November 2021 Dear Dr Billy, Re : Mrs Wilson Martha Age : 59 years   I am writing to refer Mrs Wilson Martha who has had hyperthyroidism for the past six months. She requires further assessment and treatment after being discharged today.   Mrs Martha was admitted to hospital on 07 November 2021 with the complaints of joint and abdominal pain, constipation as well as dry mouth. She also reported of slurred speech, dizziness and fatigue. On assessment, her blood Pressure was 170/110 with unremarkable other vital signs. Her lab investigations revealed decreased TSH along with increased T3 T4. Her hemoglobin was 08 and blood sugar was more than 400. Slight bleeding in temporal bone and bulging in the right upper quadrant were revealed by MRI and ultrasonography respectively. Enlarged gland in the neck was also noticed. Thyroidectomy was recommended;...

Jessica Christ OET Writing Sample Answer Ms Marka Mane Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse Queen Elizabeth Cardiac Hospital NIC, 6467 Australia 09 November 2020 Dear Ms Mane, Re: Mrs Jessica Christ DOB: 01 January 1963 I am writing to refer Mrs Jessica Christ who underwent percutaneous coronary intervention. She requires rehabilitative care and further management. Mrs Christ was admitted to the emergency department on 06 November 2021 with the complaints of chest pain, sweating and shortness of breath along with pain in the right shoulder. On assessment, her vital signs were remarkable. A series of laboratory investigations and radiology results revealed block in her right coronary artery; therefore, two stents were inserted. Mrs Christ's post-procedural period was uneventful. On examination, significant increase of LDL, cholesterol, triglycerides, and troponin-I were noted. She was administered medications. Mrs Christ is a widow. She has had type-2 diabetes mellitus since 2018, for whi...

  William Thompson OET Writing Sample Answer Dr Melon Joseph  Oncologist Mark MacCallum Cancer care center Victoria  Australia 07/11/2021 Dear Dr Joseph, Re : Mr William Thompson  DOB : 01/06/1952 I am writing to refer Mr William Thompson is recovering from craniotomy. He requires assessment and further management at your facility. Mr Thompson was admitted to our facility on 26/10/2021 with the complaints of headache and vomiting for three months. He had four episodes of convulsion, and his wife reported about his memory and behavioral changes. On assessment, his intracranial pressure had elevated as evidenced by frontal lobe dysfunction. His MRI indicated glioblastoma, and he was diagnosed with Oligodendroglioma, for which he underwent craniotomy. Post-operatively, he has impaired speech ; therefore, speech therapy has been initiated. He was commenced on antibiotics and painkillers and was assisted with activities of daily living. His recovery has been promising s...

  Juanita Jones - Sample Answer Ms Benjamin Benz  Mosari Mental Health Home 321 White Avenue Victoria, 2021 30/10/2021 Dear Ms Benz, Re: Ms Juanita Jones Age: 31 years I am writing to discharge Ms Juanita  who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. She requires follow-up management. Ms Jones presented to our facility on 01/10/2021 with decompensated schizophrenia. Upon admission, she had auditory command hallucination, visual hallucinations, delusion, agitation and aggression. She was also responding to internal stimuli with thought blocking and latency. Therefore, she was commenced on risperidone. Subsequently, she ceased reporting auditory and visual hallucination and signs of thought blocking and latency. She is able to minimize delusion and focus on activity of daily living. She has made good progress. Ms Jones has hypertension secondary to fibromuscular dysplasia and primary hypothyroidism, for which she takes Levothroxine 38mcg daily. She is unemployed and on disabi...

Guana Ferrocia OET Writing Sample Answer   The Charge Nurse  The Surgical Unit Ones Hospital 29 October 2021 Dear Charge Nurse,  Re: Ms Guana Ferrocia DOB: 01 June 1964 I am writing to refer Ms Guana Ferrocia who has been diagnosed with grade four haemorrhoids and is scheduled for hemorrhoidectomy tomorrow.  Ms Ferrocia presented to the hospital with the complaint of rectal bleeding with burning pain. On examination,a slightly tender prolapse was evidenced. She also reported of constipation and hard stools. Therefore, pathology was ordered, and the results are awaited. She was performed an enema and was administered intravenous fluids. Pre-procedure assessment, post- surgery management, dosage of anesthesia, level of sedation and hospital policies were explained to her. She was provided a literature on the procedure and pain. Currently, she has signed consent for the surgery, and her vitals signs are normal. Please note, Ms Ferrocia is sensitive to penicillin and asp...

Alison Cooper OET Writing Sample Answer  Ms Barnaby Webster School psychologist Joohey Point Primary State School 27/10/2021 Dear Ms Webster, Re: Alison Cooper DOB: 01/06/2011 I am writing to refer Allison Cooper who requires a psychological assessment to find out whether she has underlying grief related or other psychological problems. Alison lives with her mother who is a full time bank manager, and she lost her father 19 months ago. Alison and her siblings are often taken care of by their grandmother. Alison started her schooling well; however, she has had problems to concentrate and remains aloof since third grade. She has few friends, and her classmates are often make fun of her weight and Eczema problems. Her school health records indicate that she has been regularly absent from class due to minor illnesses like headache and stomach ache. In addition, her academic performance is declining, and she is reluctant to join in any class or sporting activities unless persuaded....

Dr Miriam Shah Consultant Obstetrician  Royal Hospital  Lowtown 06/10/2021 Dear Dr Shah, Re : Ms Olivia Hawthorne DOB : 01/06/1981 I am writing to refer Ms Olivia Hawthorne who is suspected to have intra uterine device shifted or fallen out. She requires further investigation and an ultrasound at your facility. Ms Hawthorne was diagnosed with menorrhagia and dysmenorrhea in 2010 and was treated with cerazette. After two years, the tablet was ceased to conceive her first child. On the next year, she was prescribed combined pill cilest for worsening of persistent symptoms. The medicine was stopped for her next pregnancy on the subsequent year. On 10/10/2017, intra uterine device mirena coil was inserted owing to menorrhagia returns with menstrual cycle, for which she was on canestan. On 02/10/2021, Ms Hawthorne presented with menstrual spotting over the last three months. She had menorrhagia, dysmenorrhea along with increased hairiness as well as greasiness of the skin. She was ...

The Director of Nursing Glen Haven Palliative Care Hospice 971 Arthur Street Twowoomba 25 October 2021 Dear Nursing Director,  Re: Mrs Maeve Greerson DOB: 21 June 1961 I am writing to refer Mrs Maeve Greerson who has been diagnosed with lower intestine cancer with widespread metastasis. She requires palliative care and support at your facility following her transfer today.  Mrs Greerson was admitted to hospital on 24 September 2021 following a collapse at home. On examination, she had dehydration, nausea and severe pain. She was treated with intravenous fluids, transdermal patch and light low-fiber foods. During hospitalisation, she had occasional break through pain, for which her pain medication was increased. In addition, she was weak, disoriented and had bladder incontinence along with severe oedema in the ankles and lower legs. She rejects solid foods and tolerates fluids.  Mrs Greerson is a widow. She underwent laprotomy in March 2021 followed by partial bowel resect...

Dr Dennis Silhoutte 575 Luis Street  Queensland  04 February 2021 Dear Dr Silhoutte, Re: Ms Ivan Cooper  Age : 17 years I am writing to update the current health status of Ms Ivan Cooper who has increased anxiety and risk of asthma attack. She requires an urgent assessment and appropriate management. Today, Ms Cooper presented to our facility with the complainant of anxiety due to final exam in 10 days. She complained of dysphagia, hot flushes, starvation, insomnia and breathlessness. She she had increased seretide dosage upto 04-05 puffs per day and was asking about taking prednisolone, as it earlier helped her to relieve asthma. On assessment, Escalated anxiety and inappropriate asthma management were noticed. She is suspected to have side effects of prozac. On 28 January, Ms Cooper reported frustrated, sobbed and insomnia. She also claimed that prozac was not working. Therefore, she was reassured regarding the effectiveness of prozac, and stress and asthma management t...

Sandra Peterson OET Writing Sample Answer  The community nurse Perth Community Health Center TEO Dell and Drum Street Orangethorpe PIQ, 4455 19 October 2021 Dear Community Nurse, Re: Mrs Sandra Peterson DOB: 03 June 1921 I am writing to refer Mrs Sandra Peterson who was diagnosed with upper respiratory tract infection. She requires on-going nursing care and monitoring following her discharged toady. On 20 march 2012, Mrs Peterson presented to the hospital following a fall. Upon admission, She was confused and had shortness of breath. Her blood pressure was 190/90. she was on 24 medications which was encouraged by her daughter. During hospitalization, she was commenced on intravenous saline for 24 hours and Augmentin 500mg twice daily along with her on going anti hypertensive medications . Her blood investigation and radiology reports reveled normal . Currently, She is able to mobilize with a seat walker at short distance; however, wheel chair and assistance require for long dist...

Mr Alexander Jones OET Writing Sample Answer  Ms Soniya Mathews Nursing Director Community Home Care Agency  Brisbane  02 July 2021 Dear Ms Mathews, Re : Mr Alexander Jones  DOB : 01 June 1960 I am writing to request home visits for Mr Alexander Jones who is recovering from the right partial rotator cuff  tear. He requires continuous monitoring and assistance from your facility. He is being discharged today. Mr Jones presented to our facility on 30 June 2021 following a fall. On  assessment, he experienced pain and weakness in the right shoulder especially when lifting arm  overhead. He was performed an x-ray and MRI which revealed the right partial rotator cuff tear. He was  discussed surgery ; however, he preferred non-surgical treatments. He was treated with Ibuprofen orally  four times a day, cortisone injections and daily physiotherapy. Mr Jones lives alone. He is a widower and has no children. He has type 2 diabetes mellitus and is on...