OET Rx (Student Pre-Class)
Lesson 4: Discussing Treatment Options
Course Progress
Part 1: Lesson Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Clearly explain a proposed treatment plan, including medication and lifestyle changes.
- Discuss the benefits, common side effects, and alternatives of a treatment.
- Use the "Chunk and Check" method to ensure patient understanding.
- Involve the patient in shared decision-making about their care.
Lesson Video
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This video will be available for the offline course version.
Part 2: Vocabulary & Examples
Study the words, their pronunciations, Persian translations, and example sentences to understand how they are used in context.
General Vocabulary
مطمئن
While no treatment is 100% effective, we are certain this is the best approach for your condition.
قطعاً
This new medication will certainly help manage your symptoms, although it may take a few weeks to feel the full effect.
احتمال
There is a small chance of developing a mild rash, so please let us know if you notice any skin changes.
تغییر
A positive change in your diet will significantly increase the effectiveness of this treatment plan.
چارت
According to your chart, you have an allergy to penicillin, so we will choose a different antibiotic.
بررسی کردن
It is important to check your blood sugar levels every morning before you take the medication.
انتخاب
You have a choice between starting with medication immediately or trying intensive physiotherapy for a month first.
انتخاب کردن
If you choose the surgical option, we will need to schedule a pre-operative assessment.
واضح
My goal is to make the benefits and risks of this treatment plan absolutely clear to you.
به‌وضوح
You must clearly understand the dosage instructions, as taking too much can be harmful.
نزدیک
We will need to keep a close eye on your progress, which is why I've scheduled weekly follow-up calls.
جمع‌آوری کردن
We will collect another blood sample in three months' time to see how well the treatment is working.
آمدن
Most of the mild side effects come at the beginning of the treatment and usually disappear within a week.
راحت
It is important that you feel comfortable with this plan before we proceed.
نظر
Do you have any questions or comments about what we've discussed so far?
رایج
A very common side effect of this medication is mild drowsiness, so it's best to take it at night.
ارتباط برقرار کردن
We need to communicate openly so that any concerns you have about the treatment can be addressed immediately.
ارتباط
Good communication is the key to ensuring you feel involved and in control of your treatment plan.
مقایسه کردن
When we compare the benefits of this treatment to the risks, the advantages are very clear.
شکایت کردن
Some patients complain of a dry mouth, which can usually be managed by drinking more water.
شکایت
Your main complaint of joint pain should improve significantly once you start this new regimen.
کامل
We will do a complete review of your progress after you finish the 6-week course of medication.
Medical Vocabulary
پایبندی
Good adherence to the antibiotic regimen is crucial to prevent the infection from returning.
جایگزین
If you are worried about the side effects of this medication, we can discuss an alternative treatment, such as physiotherapy.
دوز
The starting dosage is one tablet per day, but we may need to adjust it based on how you respond.
تصمیم آگاهانه
My job is to give you all the information you need to make an informed decision about your own health.
دارو
This medication is designed to lower your blood pressure and reduce the strain on your heart.
نظارت کردن
We will need to monitor your liver function with regular blood tests while you are on this treatment.
پیش‌آگهی
The prognosis is excellent, provided that we can get the condition under control with this treatment plan.
رژیم
The regimen will include both daily medication and a low-sodium diet to achieve the best results.
عارضه جانبی
A common side effect is mild nausea, but please call us if you experience anything more severe.
برنامه درمانی
Let's work together to create a treatment plan that you feel comfortable and confident with.
Part 3: Pre-Class Practice Tests
Reading Task:
Excerpt from a Patient Information Leaflet: Metformin
Metformin is a common medication used to manage type 2 diabetes. The main benefit is its ability to lower your blood sugar levels. Your doctor will prescribe a starting dosage, which may be adjusted over time. For this medication to be effective, adherence to the prescribed regimen is essential. Common side effects include nausea or an upset stomach, which often improve over time. A rare but serious side effect is lactic acidosis. If you experience unusual muscle pain, severe drowsiness, or difficulty breathing, you must stop taking Metformin and seek immediate medical attention. We advise you to communicate any and all side effects to your doctor.
Question: What should a patient do if they experience a serious side effect like severe drowsiness?
Listening Task:
Scenario: You will hear a doctor explaining treatment options to a patient with knee pain due to osteoarthritis.
Task: According to the doctor, what is the main advantage of choosing physiotherapy as the first option?
Part 4: Answer Key for Pre-Class Work
Reading Answer: b) Stop the medication and contact their doctor immediately.
Listening Answer: b) It has no side effects and addresses the root cause of the pain.
Part 5: In-Class Preparation
Be prepared to discuss the vocabulary and practice the following tasks in class.
Speaking Task: OET Role-Play Card
Setting: Family Medical Clinic
Patient: A 55-year-old patient recently diagnosed with hypertension (high blood pressure). They are otherwise healthy.
Task: Greet the patient. Explain the treatment plan: a new medication (e.g., Ramipril). Explain the dosage (e.g., one tablet daily). Explain the goal of the treatment and the importance of adherence. Briefly mention one or two common, mild side effects (e.g., dry cough, dizziness). Check for understanding and encourage the patient to ask questions.
Writing Task:
You are the GP from the speaking scenario. Write a short, clear summary of the treatment plan in simple language that the patient can take home with them to help them remember the key points of your discussion.
