Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Pharmacy #8
Notes: You are a pharmacist at Riverside Medical Center. An elderly patient who has recently undergone an appendectomy surgery is being discharged. You are writing a letter to her caregiver (her daughter) to ensure the medication regimen is followed when she returns home.
PATIENT DETAILS:
Name: Mrs. Helen Turner
DOB: 30 December 1958
Allergies: None
Current Medication: On Admission:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Metoclopramide (for nausea): 10mg three times daily
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Cefuroxime (as antibiotic): 500mg twice daily
On Discharge:
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Oxycodone (for pain relief): 10mg every 4-6 hours as needed
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Metoclopramide (for nausea): 10mg three times daily
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Cefuroxime (as antibiotic): 500mg twice daily
Drug Information: Adverse Drug Reactions:
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Oxycodone: Drowsiness, constipation, nausea
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Metoclopramide: Drowsiness, diarrhea, restlessness
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Cefuroxime: Diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash
Social History: Mrs. Turner lives alone but will be cared for by her daughter upon discharge. She is a non-smoker. She enjoys reading and playing chess.
Relevant History for Surgical Procedure: Height: 163cm; Weight: 70kg; BMI: 26.3 Non-smoker Previous history of appendicitis, underwent appendectomy surgery
Writing Task:
Write a letter to Mrs. Turner's daughter, Ms. Susan Turner, 8 Willow Avenue, Riverside, outlining her 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.
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The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.