OET Practice Questions — All Questions
5 questions
In everyday communication with patients, the plain-English word for 'hypertension' is ___. Which fits best?
- a.high temperature
- b.low blood sugar
- c.high blood pressure✓
- d.rapid heartbeat
'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.two times each day✓
- b.every two days
- c.twice a week
- 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.short of breath
- b.very tired
- c.dizzy when standing
- d.like they might be sick to their stomach✓
'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.dismissive
- b.reassuring✓
- c.urgent
- d.formal
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.check back with the patient later✓
- b.discharge the patient immediately
- c.cancel the appointment
- d.ignore the request
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.