Mihiraa’s OET Daily- DAY 19
Daily Practice, Daily Progress
Your Path to OET Success
Practice All Four Modules Daily
OET LISTENING DAILY
Question:
The purpose of introducing the new tablet system is
A. To digitize patient records for easier storage.
B. To improve efficiency and access to patient data for better care.
C. To reduce paperwork and save time for nurses.
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OET READING DAILY
Passage:
The placebo effect is a fascinating phenomenon where a person experiences a benefit, often a reduction in symptoms, from a placebo, which is a sham treatment. This effect is believed to be influenced by psychological factors, such as expectations and conditioning. The brain plays a crucial role in this process, releasing endorphins and other neurotransmitters that can alleviate pain and other symptoms. While the placebo effect can be harnessed to enhance treatment outcomes, it’s essential to distinguish it from genuine therapeutic effects to ensure an accurate assessment of medical interventions.
Question:
What is a primary factor contributing to the placebo effect?
A. The physical properties of the placebo itself.
B. The patient’s belief in the treatment’s efficacy.
C. The underlying physiological condition of the patient.
D. The skill of the healthcare provider administering the placebo.
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OET WRITING DAILY
Case Note
Patient: Mihiraa
Physical Examination:
- Temperature: 38.2°C
- Blood pressure: 120/80 mmHg
- Pulse: 98 bpm
- Respiratory rate: 20 breaths/min
- Incision site: Red, swollen, warm, and tender with slight induration.
Investigations Ordered:
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- C-reactive protein (CRP)
- Incision site wound culture
Include the above relevant points in the letter to a doctor.
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OET SPEAKING DAILY
SETTING: Emergency Department
The nurse is talking to a patient called Mihiraa who requests hospitalization.
TASK
Stress when hospital admission is necessary (e.g., severe allergic reaction, breathlessness, etc.).
ANSWERS
LISTENING
Answer: B. To improve efficiency and access to patient data for better care.
Rationale: While digitizing records and saving time are benefits, the core reason for implementing the tablet system is to enhance patient care by providing quicker and easier access to crucial patient information. This supports better decision-making and overall patient management.
READING
Answer: B. The patient’s belief in the treatment’s efficacy.
Rationale: The text explicitly states that the placebo effect is influenced by psychological factors, particularly the patient’s expectations. This belief in the treatment’s effectiveness triggers the body’s response, leading to symptom improvement. While other factors might play a role, the patient’s belief is central to the placebo effect.
WRITING
During observation, Ms Mihiraa’s temperature was 38.2°C, and the incision site appeared red, swollen, warm, and tender with slight induration. She has been ordered a complete blood count, C-reactive protein, and an incision wound culture.
SPEAKING
Mihiraa, I understand you’re feeling unwell and would like to be admitted to the hospital. While I appreciate your concern, it’s important to assess whether hospitalization is necessary at this time.
In general, hospitalization is recommended for patients experiencing severe allergic reactions, difficulty breathing, or other life-threatening conditions. If your symptoms are manageable with medications or other treatments, we might be able to manage them effectively on an outpatient basis.
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