OET Writing: Referral Letter Essentials 3

Question 1

How should dates from case notes generally be expressed in the letter body?

Accepted Answer

In a consistent written format, e.g. 'on 3 June'

Answer

Convert note shorthand into clear, consistent date expressions.

Question 2

When several past medical conditions are stable and unrelated to the referral, the best approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Summarise them briefly as relevant background

Answer

Stable, less relevant history is condensed into brief background.

Question 3

Which sentence best transitions from patient background to the current presenting problem?

Accepted Answer

'Mr Jones now presents with...'

Answer

A clear topic shift signals the move to the current concern.

Question 4

In a discharge referral to a community nurse, what is usually the central purpose?

Accepted Answer

Requesting ongoing care or monitoring after discharge

Answer

Discharge referrals typically request continuity of care.

Question 5

How should medication information be presented when relevant to the referral?

Accepted Answer

Clearly with names and doses as needed

Answer

Relevant medications should be stated clearly with necessary detail.

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