Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Physiotherapy #10
Notes: The current date is 15 October 2029. You are a physiotherapist at the Sunshine Wellness Center. Mr. Robert Johnson, a 62-year-old retiree, has been referred to your clinic for rehabilitation following total knee replacement surgery on his right knee.
PATIENT DETAILS:
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Name: Mr. Robert Johnson
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DOB: 03 December 1966 (62 y.o.)
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Social background: Widowed
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Occupation: Retired
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General health: Overall good health, non-smoker
Medical history:
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Total knee replacement surgery on the right knee
15 October 2029 Presenting problem: Mr. Johnson presents with the need for rehabilitation following total knee replacement surgery on his right knee, aiming to regain function and mobility.
Symptoms:
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Postoperative pain and swelling in the right knee
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Reduced range of motion in the right knee
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Muscle weakness in the right thigh and calf
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Gait abnormalities and difficulties with weight-bearing on the right leg
Physical Examination:
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Postoperative scar and mild swelling in the right knee
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Limited range of motion in the right knee joint
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Decreased muscle strength in the right thigh and calf
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Abnormal gait pattern favoring the left leg
Diagnosis: Postoperative rehabilitation following right knee replacement surgery
Initial treatment: Develop an individualized rehabilitation plan focusing on pain management, range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises, gait training, and functional restoration.
Writing Task:
Write a referral letter to Ms. Jessica Carter, a fellow physiotherapist at the Sunshine Wellness Center. Introduce Mr. Robert Johnson as your patient, provide details of his diagnosis, and outline the initial rehabilitation plan. 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.