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Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Physiotherapy #2
Notes:
Today's date is 12 November 2028, and you are a physiotherapist at Wellness Rehab Center. A new patient, Mrs. Margaret Evans, has been referred to you for rehabilitation following a recent hip replacement surgery.
PATIENT DETAILS:
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NAME: Mrs. Margaret Evans
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DOB: 20 July 1955 (73 y.o.)
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Social background: Widowed, lives alone, retired teacher
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General health: Generally good health, with controlled hypertension
Medical history:
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Right hip osteoarthritis, leading to hip replacement surgery
12 November 2028
Presenting problem: Mrs. Evans recently underwent right hip replacement surgery and is now seeking rehabilitation to regain her mobility and strength. She reports post-surgical pain and discomfort and is concerned about the recovery process.
Symptoms:
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Right hip pain and discomfort post-surgery
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Difficulty bearing weight on the right leg
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Limited range of motion in the right hip
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Concerns about the rehabilitation process
Physical Examination:
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Surgical incision site healing well
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Moderate swelling around the right hip
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Limited range of motion in the right hip joint
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Right leg strength significantly reduced
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No signs of infection or complications
Diagnosis: Post-operative rehabilitation following right hip replacement surgery for osteoarthritis
Initial treatment: Develop an individualized rehabilitation plan focused on pain management, strengthening exercises, gait training, and education on post-surgery precautions.
Writing Task:
Using the information provided in the case notes, write a referral letter to Mrs. Margaret Evans, introducing yourself as her assigned physiotherapist at Wellness Rehab Center. Explain her diagnosis and outline the initial treatment plan for her post-operative rehabilitation following right hip replacement surgery. In your response:
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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.