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Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Optometry #3
Notes:
Today's date is 5 March 2029. You are an optometrist at a local clinic. A patient has come in for a routine eye examination.
PATIENT DETAILS:
NAME: Mr. John Reynolds
DOB: 12 December 1980 (48 y.o.)
Social background: Married, two children
Occupation: Graphic designer
General health: Generally good, no significant medical conditions
Family history: Father had glaucoma
Patient history: 2005 – Diagnosed with myopia, prescribed glasses for full-time wear
2014 – LASIK surgery for myopia correction
5 March 2029 Presenting problem: Routine eye examination, no specific complaints
Both eyes:
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No discomfort, redness, or discharge
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No vision problems reported
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No history of ocular trauma or surgery since LASIK
Visual acuity (VA): Both eyes 6/6
Colour vision (D-15): Normal
External examination:
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No obvious abnormalities
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No signs of lid abnormalities, ptosis, or swelling
Slit-lamp examination:
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Clear anterior chambers
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No signs of infection or inflammation
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Stable corneas
Intraocular pressure (IOP) (Non-contact tonometry):
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Both eyes 14mmHg
Fundoscopy:
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Normal optic disc appearance
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No evidence of diabetic retinopathy or other retinal abnormalities
Diagnosis: Stable post-LASIK correction with no ocular issues
Initial treatment: No treatment required; advised to continue regular eye check-ups.
Writing Task:
Using the information given in the case notes, write a letter to Mr. John Reynolds, summarizing the results of his routine eye examination and providing guidance on the importance of regular eye check-ups. 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.