Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #5
Notes: You are a pharmacist at Greenfield Medical Center. An elderly patient who has recently undergone knee replacement 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. Margaret Walker
DOB: 05 March 1952
Allergies: None
Current Medication: On Admission:
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Percocet (for pain relief): 5/325mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Lisinopril (for hypertension): 10mg once daily
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Pantoprazole (for gastric protection): 40mg once daily
On Discharge:
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Percocet (for pain relief): 5/325mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Lisinopril (for hypertension): 10mg once daily
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Pantoprazole (for gastric protection): 40mg once daily
Drug Information: Adverse Drug Reactions:
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Percocet: Drowsiness, constipation, nausea
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Lisinopril: Hypotension, cough, dizziness
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Pantoprazole: Headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Social History: Mrs. Walker lives alone but will be cared for by her son upon discharge. She is a non-smoker. She enjoys knitting and listening to classical music.
Relevant History for Surgical Procedure: Height: 163cm; Weight: 75kg; BMI: 28.2 Non-smoker Previous history of knee osteoarthritis, managed with physiotherapy and pain relief medications Underwent knee replacement surgery
Writing Task:
Write a letter to Mrs. Walker's son, Mr. John Walker, 12 Elmwood Lane, Greenfield, 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.