Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #6
Notes: You are a pharmacist at Oakwood General Hospital. An elderly patient who has recently undergone hip replacement surgery is being discharged. You are writing a letter to her caregiver (her niece) to ensure the medication regimen is followed when she returns home.
PATIENT DETAILS:
Name: Mrs. Eleanor Foster
DOB: 14 November 1953
Current Medication: On Admission:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Losartan (for hypertension): 50mg once daily
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Lansoprazole (for gastric protection): 30mg once daily
On Discharge:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Losartan (for hypertension): 50mg once daily
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Lansoprazole (for gastric protection): 30mg once daily
Drug Information: Adverse Drug Reactions:
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Oxycodone: Drowsiness, constipation, nausea
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Losartan: Hypotension, cough, dizziness
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Lansoprazole: Headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Social History: Mrs. Foster lives alone but will be cared for by her niece upon discharge. She is a non-smoker. She enjoys painting and playing the piano.
Relevant History for Surgical Procedure: Height: 165cm; Weight: 68kg; BMI: 25.0 Non-smoker Previous history of hip osteoarthritis, managed with pain relief medications Underwent hip replacement surgery
Writing Task:
Write a letter to Mrs. Foster's niece, Ms. Sarah Turner, 22 Maple Street, Oakwood, outlining her aunt'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.