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Pharmacy

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Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #17

Statin Side Effect

Case Notes:

  • Patient: Mrs. Laura Hughes, 55 yrs

  • Condition: Hypercholesterolemia

  • Medication: Atorvastatin 20mg nocte (started 3 months ago)

  • Symptoms: Complains of muscle aches, weakness in legs (worsening in last 2 weeks)

  • Adherence: Compliant with medication

  • Lifestyle: Follows healthy diet, walks daily

  • No other medical conditions reported

  • Concern: Possible statin-induced myopathy

  • Pharmacy notes: Advised to avoid strenuous activity and report to doctor

  • Request: Inform doctor for review and possible alternative lipid-lowering therapy.

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.

To: Dr. Watson

Dear Dr. Watson,

I am writing to bring to your attention Mrs. Laura Hughes, a 55-year-old patient who has been on Atorvastatin 20mg nightly for hypercholesterolemia over the last three months.

She reports persistent muscle aches and leg weakness, which have worsened in the past two weeks. She has remained compliant with her treatment and also maintains a healthy lifestyle, including daily walking and a balanced diet.

Given her symptoms, I am concerned about possible statin-induced myopathy. I advised her to avoid strenuous activity and reassured her that you would review her therapy.

I recommend considering a blood test for creatine kinase levels and reviewing the appropriateness of continuing her current medication, possibly switching to an alternative lipid-lowering agent.

Your review would help ensure her treatment remains both safe and effective.

Yours sincerely,
[Pharmacist’s Name]

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