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Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Veterinary Science #6

Case Notes (Expanded)

  • Patient: “Storm Runner” — 7-year-old gelding Thoroughbred racehorse

  • Owner: Mr. Leo Carter

  • Date: 12 October 2025

  • Complaint: Intermittent left forelimb lameness over the past 3 weeks.

  • History:

    • Gradual onset after intensive training

    • No swelling or heat initially

    • Lameness worsens after galloping; mild improvement with rest

  • Examination:

    • Grade 2/5 lameness on left forelimb

    • No joint effusion; hoof tester sensitivity at the distal limb

    • Flexion test: Mildly positive at the fetlock joint

  • Diagnostics:

    • Radiographs: Minor bony remodelling atthe  distal cannon bone, possible early osteoarthritis

    • Ultrasound: Mild digital flexor tendon inflammation

  • Treatment Given: Stall rest, cold therapy, NSAIDs

  • Referral Request: Orthopedic specialist consultation for gait evaluation and long-term rehabilitation program.

Writing Task:

In your answer:
- Expand the relevant notes into complete sentences
- Do not use note form
- Use letter format
The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.

Dear Dr. Lang,

I am referring “Storm Runner,” a seven-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, for an orthopedic assessment and rehabilitation plan for left forelimb lameness.

The lameness developed gradually over three weeks following intensive race training. It worsens after galloping but improves with rest. Clinical evaluation revealed Grade 2/5 lameness with mild fetlock pain and hoof sensitivity, though no obvious joint effusion was detected. Flexion tests were mildly positive.

Radiographs indicated minor remodelling changes in the distal cannon bone, and ultrasound revealed mild inflammation of the digital flexor tendon. The horse is currently on stall rest, NSAIDs, and cold therapy with moderate improvement.

A detailed gait evaluation and imaging review would be valuable to confirm the source of pain and guide a structured rehabilitation program. Recommendations for future conditioning and workload management would also be appreciated to prevent recurrence.

Yours sincerely,
Dr. Olivia Grant, BVSc

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