Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #10
Notes: You are a pharmacist at Mountainview Medical Center. An elderly patient who has recently undergone total hip replacement surgery is being discharged. You are writing a letter to her caregiver (her daughter) to ensure the medication regimen is followed when she returns home.
PATIENT DETAILS:
Name: Mrs. Patricia Turner
DOB: 25 September 1956
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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Amlodipine (for hypertension): 5mg once daily
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Omeprazole (for gastric protection): 20mg once daily
On Discharge:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Amlodipine (for hypertension): 5mg once daily
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Omeprazole (for gastric protection): 20mg once daily
Drug Information: Adverse Drug Reactions:
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Oxycodone: Drowsiness, constipation, nausea
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Amlodipine: Hypotension, ankle swelling, dizziness
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Omeprazole: Headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Social History: Mrs. Turner lives alone but will be cared for by her daughter upon discharge. She is a non-smoker. She enjoys gardening and playing the piano.
Relevant History for Surgical Procedure: Height: 162cm; Weight: 68kg; BMI: 26.0 Non-smoker Previous history of hip osteoarthritis, underwent total hip replacement surgery
Writing Task:
Write a letter to Mrs. Turner's daughter, Ms. Jessica Turner, 7 Cedarwood Lane, Mountainview, outlining her mother'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.
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The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.