Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #7
Notes: You are a pharmacist at Mapleview Regional Hospital. An elderly patient who has recently undergone heart bypass surgery is being discharged. You are writing a letter to her caregiver (her son) to ensure the medication regimen is followed when she returns home.
PATIENT DETAILS:
Name: Mrs. Barbara Mitchell
DOB: 20 July 1947
Allergies: None
Current Medication: On Admission:
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Clopidogrel (as antiplatelet): 75mg once daily
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Metoprolol (for hypertension): 50mg twice daily
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Pantoprazole (for gastric protection): 40mg once daily
On Discharge:
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Clopidogrel (as antiplatelet): 75mg once daily
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Metoprolol (for hypertension): 50mg twice daily
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Pantoprazole (for gastric protection): 40mg once daily
Drug Information: Adverse Drug Reactions:
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Clopidogrel: Bleeding risk, diarrhea, abdominal pain
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Metoprolol: Bradycardia, fatigue, dizziness
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Pantoprazole: Headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Social History: Mrs. Mitchell lives alone but will be cared for by her son upon discharge. She is a non-smoker. She enjoys gardening and knitting.
Relevant History for Surgical Procedure: Height: 158cm; Weight: 65kg; BMI: 26.0 Non-smoker Previous history of coronary artery disease, managed with medications Underwent heart bypass surgery
Writing Task:
Write a letter to Mrs. Mitchell's son, Mr. James Mitchell, 10 Cedar Lane, Mapleview, outlining his 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. The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.