OET keywords

Obstetric

relating to childbirth and the processes associated with it.

encompass

surround and have or hold within.

indicates

point out; show. suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action. ("treatment for shock may be indicated")

marginally

to only a limited extent; slightly.

markedly, noticeably, decidedly, strikingly, distinctly, remarkably

to an extent which is clearly noticeable; significantly.

robust, strong, vigorous, sturdy, tough, powerful

strong and healthy; vigorous.

assume, presume, suppose, take it, take for granted, take as read

suppose to be the case, without proof.

suggest, propose, put forward, submit, recommend, advocate

put forward for consideration

debate, discussion, discourse, parley

a formal discussion on a particular matter in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward and which usually ends with a vote.

plausible, credible, reasonable, beliavable, likely, feasible

(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.

droop(ing)

bend or hang downwards limply.

full blood count (FBC) or complete blood count (CBC)

a common laboratory test that measures the types and numbers of cells in your blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

intense great acute enormous fierce severe extreme

of extreme force, degree, or strength.

barium swallow

a specialized, real-time X-ray (fluoroscopy) imaging test that evaluates the throat, esophagus, and upper stomach.

burp(ing)

noisily release air from the stomach through the mouth; belch.

attributed to

regard something as being caused by.

Bell's palsy

a temporary, sudden weakness or paralysis of facial muscles on one side, caused by inflammation of the 7th cranial nerve. Symptoms often peak within 48-72 hours, including drooling, inability to close the eye, and loss of taste. Most people recover fully within 3-6 months, often starting in 3 weeks.

Gauze padding

often referred to as gauze pads, sponges, or dressings is a breathable, porous, and absorbent material used in medical and first-aid settings to cover, protect, and treat wounds.

Synkinesis

an involuntary facial muscle movement that occurs simultaneously with a voluntary one, resulting from miswired nerve regeneration following facial nerve injury (e.g., Bell’s palsy).

predominantly

mainly; for the most part.

revenue

income, especially when of an organization and of a substantial nature.