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What is the time limit for answering the questions in Part A?
What is the time limit for answering the questions in Part A?
- 20 minutes
- 15 minutes (correct)
- 10 minutes
- 30 minutes
What must candidates do with the Question Paper and Text Booklet at the end of the time limit?
What must candidates do with the Question Paper and Text Booklet at the end of the time limit?
- Hand them in (correct)
- Keep them for future reference
- Tape them together
- Remove them from the test room
What should candidates NOT do with the OET material?
What should candidates NOT do with the OET material?
- Remove it from the test room (correct)
- Share it with friends
- Discuss it in public
- Take it home
What type of answers should candidates provide for questions 8-14?
What type of answers should candidates provide for questions 8-14?
What is expected regarding the spelling of answers?
What is expected regarding the spelling of answers?
How many questions are there in total for Part A?
How many questions are there in total for Part A?
What should a patient’s fractured leg be elevated with?
What should a patient’s fractured leg be elevated with?
What needs to be recorded when assessing a patient?
What needs to be recorded when assessing a patient?
What is the purpose of the Candidate Declaration section?
What is the purpose of the Candidate Declaration section?
How long are candidates given to complete the reading sub-test?
How long are candidates given to complete the reading sub-test?
What action may be taken against candidates suspected of malpractice?
What action may be taken against candidates suspected of malpractice?
What must candidates do before opening the Question Paper or Text Booklet?
What must candidates do before opening the Question Paper or Text Booklet?
What should candidates do with their answers?
What should candidates do with their answers?
What is the score allocation for correct answers in the reading sub-test?
What is the score allocation for correct answers in the reading sub-test?
What is indicated by the Candidate Number section on the test paper?
What is indicated by the Candidate Number section on the test paper?
What might happen if a candidate assists in cheating?
What might happen if a candidate assists in cheating?
What is a typical cause of a fracture of the elbow?
What is a typical cause of a fracture of the elbow?
How should upper limb fractures be elevated?
How should upper limb fractures be elevated?
What should be ensured regarding the patient's clothing before applying a plaster backslab?
What should be ensured regarding the patient's clothing before applying a plaster backslab?
What should be checked regarding swollen limbs?
What should be checked regarding swollen limbs?
What is the layer closest to the skin in a plaster backslab?
What is the layer closest to the skin in a plaster backslab?
At what age should patients avoid higher dosages of pain relief?
At what age should patients avoid higher dosages of pain relief?
What should be used to treat a patient who suffers from respiratory depression?
What should be used to treat a patient who suffers from respiratory depression?
What is the best action when severe pain persists after splinting and analgesia?
What is the best action when severe pain persists after splinting and analgesia?
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Study Notes
Test Structure and Instructions
- The reading sub-test consists of multiple parts and is timed at 15 minutes.
- Candidates must complete all questions based on provided texts A-D.
- Each question is valued at one mark; no penalties for incorrect answers.
- All answers should be spelled correctly and written in the provided spaces.
- Candidates must not disclose or assist in disclosing test content.
Candidate Responsibilities
- Candidates acknowledge and comply with the rules by signing a declaration.
- Cheating, misconduct, and rule violations may lead to disqualification and disciplinary actions.
- Personal details of candidates may be shared in cases of malpractice investigations.
Content Overview
- The test focuses on medical-related topics including fractures, dislocations, and sprains.
- Specific questions cover procedures for pain relief, assessment records, types of fractures, and injury evaluation.
Key Questions Areas
- Questions 1-7: Relate to procedures, recording assessments, and types of fractures.
- Questions 8-14: Require brief answers related to medical procedures and equipment.
- Questions 15-20: Involve completing sentences with specific terms or phrases from the texts.
Important Medical Context
- Fracturing a limb can involve various causes, including trauma from falls.
- Proper splinting technique is essential to immobilize fractures effectively.
- Pain relief methods and dosage calculations (like morphine per kilo) are critical.
- Awareness of possible complications, such as respiratory depression and persistent pain, is necessary for patient care.
Materials and Actions
- Candidates are required to use appropriate items for injury management, such as elevating devices and padding.
- Essential precautions include checking for correct skin exposure before applying plaster.
- Understanding main components of medical care is vital for effective treatment, including the monitoring of swelling and pain management for specific patient demographics.
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