Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #3
Notes:
You are a pharmacist at Elmville General Hospital. An elderly patient who has undergone a hip replacement surgery is being discharged. You are writing a letter to her caregiver (her grandson) to ensure the medication regimen is followed when she returns home.
PATIENT DETAILS:
Name: Mrs. Edith Thompson
DOB: 15 December 1936
Allergies: None
Current Medication: On Admission:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Warfarin (blood thinner): 5mg daily
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Pantoprazole (for gastric protection): 40mg once daily
On Discharge:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Warfarin (blood thinner): 5mg daily
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Pantoprazole (for gastric protection): 40mg once daily
Drug Information: Adverse Drug Reactions:
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Oxycodone: Drowsiness, constipation, nausea
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Warfarin: Increased bleeding risk, easy bruising
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Pantoprazole: Headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Social History: Mrs. Thompson lives alone but will be cared for by her grandson upon discharge. She is a non-smoker. She enjoys painting and listening to classical music.
Relevant History for Surgical Procedure: Height: 155cm; Weight: 65kg; BMI: 27.1 Non-smoker Previous history of hip osteoarthritis, managed with physiotherapy and pain relief medications Underwent hip replacement surgery on the left hip
Writing Task:
Write a letter to Mrs. Thompson's grandson, Mr. David Thompson, 7 Cedar Street, Elmville, outlining his grandmother's medication regimen, potential adverse effects, and when to seek medical advice. In your answer:
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Expand the relevant notes into complete sentences.
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Do not use note form.
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Use letter format. The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.