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OET Preparation hints for the Reading Subtest 2.0ContentsThe Reading SubtestReading A Types of TextsReading A Reading SkillsReading A AssessmentReading B Types of TextsReading B Reading SkillsReading B AssessmentReading C Types of TextsReading C Reading SkillsReading C AssessmentVocabulary Building

ContentsHealthcare RolesAssisting with ADLs Nutrition and Fluids Medical Terminology Working with colleagues Patient Confidentiality Infection Control Manual handling Taking patient observations Pressure Area Care

OET Writing for Nurses for the OET 2.0 (from September, 2018) ContentsThe OET Writing Subtest Medical English VocabularyAbbreviations and AcronymsMarking the OET Assessing Your Current Level of English OET Requirements in IrelandThe Importance of Good Grammar The Names of Common Drugs Letter Plan: Hospital Discharge Letter Plan: School Nurse to a Parent

Revised OET Writing for Nurses for OET 2.0Description of the Marking Criteria and two sample letters. CONTENTS Criterion 1: Overall task fulfilment Criterion 2: Appropriateness of languageCriterion 3: Comprehension of StimulusCriterion 4: Grammar and CohesionCriterion 5: Spelling and Punctuation Sample Referral LetterSample Informational Letter

Vocabulary development for the Occupational English Test. Book 1: Introduction to Communication StrategiesThe Language used in Healthcare 3Learning New Terms 6Communication Strategies 15Hospital Documentation 24Medical Terms: The Head Ð Anterior 26Medical Terms: The Head Ð posterior 28Medical Terms: The Face 30Medical Terms: The Nose 31Medical Terms: The Eye 33Medical Terms: The Ear 36Medical Terms: The Mouth 38Medical Terms: Anterior of the Chest 40Medical Terms: Shoulders 42Medical Terms: The Lower Back 44Medical Terms: The Buttocks 46Medical Terms: Thigh and Hips 48Medical Terms: Abdominopelvic Region 50Medical Terms: Anterior Knee and Lower Leg 52Medical Terms: Posterior Lower Leg and Knee 54Medical Terms: The Foot 57Medical Terms: The Arms 59Medical Terms: Back of the Hand 61Medical Terms: Palm of the Hand 62Medical Terms: Fingernails and Toenails 65Answers: 67

Vocabulary building activities about the heart. Medical Terminology: The Heart 3Medical Terms: Heart Conditions 5Deep Vein Thrombosis 7Thromboembolism Deterrent Stockings (TEDS) 10Medical Terms: Heart Diseases and Conditions 10Compound Words 13Vocabulary Extension: Discussing Past Medical History 14Staff who Work in the Cardiovascular Area 15Healthcare Professionals: Angiographers 16Integrated Care Pathway: Coronary Artery Angioplasty 21Equipment used during Resuscitation 31Grammar Focus: Describing and Defining 32Phlebotomy 35Hospital Procedures: ECGs 42Monitoring Blood Pressure and Pulse 48Digital Monitor 53 Patient Observations 54Phrasal Verbs versus Formal Terms 55Integrated Care Pathways 57Answers 61

Contents The OET Speaking Sub-test: What is it like? What do I do with the 12.5 minutes of role play time? The Role Plays Developing a Glossary of Terms The 'Find out about' Task Conversation Strategies during Role Plays Conversations which go 'off track' Communication Blocks Role Play 1: Discussing Generic and Brand Names Role Play 2: Discussing Acne Treatment Role Play 3: Advising on Statins

OET Speaking for Nurses Book 2 includes information about the 2018 Updated OET Speaking Sub-test as well as role play dialogues with transcripts. Each section of the book highlights communication strategies which can be used in the dialogue. Contents Updated 2018 OET Speaking Information 1. Communication Focus: Encouraging the following of treatment Scenario: Child with Eczema 2. Communication Focus: Persuading Scenario: Newborn with Jaundice 3. Communication Focus: Gathering Information to assess Pain Scenario: Admission to A&E with Back Pain 4. Communication Focus: Giving Advice on Lifestyle Scenario: High Cholesterol 5. Communication Focus: Reassuring Scenario: diabetic foot injury

OET Speaking for Nurses Book 1 includes information about the Updated OET Speaking Sub-test. The book outlines the speaking sub-test under headings relating to the marking criteria for the test. Each section includes a sample role play which links to a YouTube cartoon video. Virginia Allum is the Head of Medical English for Specialist Language Courses and is an OET Premium Preparation Provider. Contents of the book 1. Introduction to the Speaking Sub-test including OET Updated Speaking Sub-test information 2. Building a Relationship with the Patient Scenario: Child with Burns Scenario: Teenage Boy with Scurvy 3. Understanding the Patient's Point of View Scenario: Dealing with Complaints 4. Conducting the Role Play using a clear structure Scenario: Dog Bite 5. Asking for information and showing understanding Scenario: Irritable Bowel Syndrome 6. Providing information and checking understanding Scenario: Sleep Apnoea

English for Carers (UCOC version)is a book which can be used in conjunction with online materials by carers,personal care assistants,nursing assistants and nurses who care for the elderly. A variety of common situations are presented,including end-of-life care. Dialogues are introduced using short YouTube cartoon videos with related practice activities. The book has a communication focus aimed at Pre-Intermediate Level (A2) Virginia Allum is a medical English author who has published several EFL/ESP books for nurses,nursing assistants and doctors. She is a practising Registered Nurse in the UK and has taught in a Diploma of Nurses and Aged Care Certificate in Australia. She is a co-author of both 'Cambridge English for Nursing' books as well as several online courses for nurses and healthcare assistants.

'English for Carers' is a self study or classroom book which can be used by carers,personal care assistants,nursing assistants and nurses who care for the elderly. A variety of common situations are presented,including end-of-life care. Dialogues are introduced using short YouTube cartoon videos with related practice activities. The book has a communication focus aimed at Pre-Intermediate Level (A2) Virginia Allum is a medical English author who has published several EFL/ESP books for nurses,nursing assistants and doctors. She is a practising Registered Nurse in the UK and has taught in a Diploma of Nurses and Aged Care Certificate in Australia. She is a co-author of both 'Cambridge English for Nursing' books as well as several online English for Nursing courses.

Medical English activities which can be used in the classroom by teachers and for self study by learners. Contents 1: Parts of the Body 2: Prefix Charades 3: How many medical terms? 4: Prefix Bingo 5: Missing Vowels 6: Prefix Crossword 7: Maths Bingo 8: Maths in Medicine 9: Can you turn your head to the side? 10: Describing Movement 11: Giving instructions before instilling ear drops 12: Stopping a nose bleed 13: Get yourself moving 14: Doing exercises to prevent DVTs 15: What's the diagnosis?

When reading and writing medical and nursing texts, Health Care Professionals require an understanding of medical, hospital and everyday health terminology. As well as this, Health Care Professionals need to be able to write fluently in patient notes, in referral letters and when completing care plans or care pathways. English for Medical Purposes: Spelling and Vocabulary provides spelling tips for common errors and helps develop extensive glossaries in the areas of patient care encountered in hospitals and also in the community. Common phrases and collocations are listed to familiarise students with the language they will use both in the workplace and in academic writing.

'English for Medical Purposes: Medication Calculation for Nurses' presents the language nurses use when calculating the dosage of medication and IV fluids. Nurses often use mathematical language in their daily practice. Vital Signs including blood pressure and temperature and fluid balance assessment require the use of whole numbers, decimals and fractions. Accuracy in medication calculation is essential for patient safety so nurses are assessed on a regular basis to ensure their maths skills remain current. An understanding of the terms used in medication administration including IV Therapy as well as vocabulary practice is also presented in the book.

Unit 1: Spray-on skin for leg ulcers Unit 2: The fight against Superbugs Unit 3: Body Dysmorphic Syndrome Unit 4: Rabies Unit 5: Malaria Unit 6: Crystal Methamphetamine Unit 7: Mesothelioma Unit 8: Tanning addiction

Development of the skills needed to perform role plays for the Occupational English Test and similar medical English tests. Role play scenarios including transcripts of YouTube videos made by the author assist in the understanding of the structure of a medical English dialogue. Contents: Aggressive Behaviour Management Role play - delay in treatment Persuading Roleplay - Newborn with jaundice Compromise - Assessing pain Role play - back pain Talking about symptoms Role play -Irritable Bowel Syndrome Encouraging the following of treatment Role play - Eczema Reassuring Role play - diabetic foot injury Talking about lifestyle changes Role play - high cholesterol

The ability to communicate effectively in the healthcare environment is recognised as an essential part of safe practice. This is usually tested before registration on a medical or nursing roll is allowed in most countries. The 'English for Medical Purposes' series focuses on the specific language and vocabulary used during nursing and medical activities to encourage familiarity with the language used to communicate with patients and colleagues in the healthcare environment at various levels.