OET Practice Questions — All Questions
5 questions
In everyday communication with patients, the plain-English word for 'hypertension' is ___. Which fits best?
- a.low blood sugar
- b.high blood pressure✓
- c.rapid heartbeat
- d.high temperature
'Hypertension' means high blood pressure; using the plain-English term helps patients understand. The other options describe different conditions.
When explaining a schedule to a patient, 'twice daily' means the dose is taken ___. Which fits best?
- a.twice a week
- b.every two days
- c.two times each day✓
- d.two hours apart only
'Twice daily' means two times in one day. Communicating this clearly in plain words prevents dosing confusion; the other options change the frequency.
A patient says they feel 'nauseous.' In plain English you might confirm this means they feel ___. Which fits best?
- a.dizzy when standing
- b.like they might be sick to their stomach✓
- c.short of breath
- d.very tired
'Nauseous' describes the feeling of wanting to vomit, or being sick to one's stomach. Restating it plainly checks understanding; the other options name different symptoms.
To reassure an anxious patient, a professional might use the ___ phrase 'This is a very common procedure.' Which word describes that tone?
- a.urgent
- b.formal
- c.dismissive
- d.reassuring✓
Telling a worried patient that a procedure is common is 'reassuring' because it calms their concern. 'Dismissive' would wrongly suggest ignoring their feelings.
When a colleague asks you to 'follow up' with a patient, they want you to ___. Which fits best?
- a.ignore the request
- b.cancel the appointment
- c.discharge the patient immediately
- d.check back with the patient later✓
To 'follow up' is to check back or make later contact about something. The phrase is common in workplace handovers; the other options do not match its meaning.