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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Konner say Dr. Greenspan was embroiled in a controversy?
(a) He pursued a staff member.
(b) He faked some research results.
(c) He published others' work.
(d) He defended a subordinate.

2. What brought about an improvement in Charlotte's condition?
(a) Termination of antipsychotic drugs.
(b) Relocation to a long-term facility.
(c) Talking therapy.
(d) New medication, and surgery.

3. Who gave the order to have Geraldine intubated?
(a) The nursing home physician.
(b) The ER physician.
(c) The hospital lawyers.
(d) The EMTs.

4. What does Konner say he believes about obstetrics?
(a) It should be focused on preventative health and health maintenance.
(b) It should be run by scientists.
(c) It should be practiced by women.
(d) A woman's reproductive system should be allowed to run its course without interference.

5. What happened to Barb's condition by the time Konner returned to his rotation?
(a) She was involved in a car accident.
(b) She was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimers.
(c) She regained her health.
(d) She was hospitalized for further complications.

Short Answer Questions

1. What rule prevented Konner from attending as many births as possible?

2. What does Konner recommend for the mother who wanted midwifery?

3. Why was patient Geraldine's DNR order ignored?

4. What was Harrison's specialty?

5. What condition was Charlotte suffering?

Short Essay Questions

1. What controversy surrounded patient Geraldine's death?

2. What was unique about Konner's first week in obstetrics?

3. How did Konner violate the rules of obstetrics under Chief Resident Caggiola?

4. What does the mnemonic "Every Damn Fool In Egypt Eats Eggs" stand for?

5. Describe Konner's last elective rotation.

6. What condition did Konner suffer after his obstetrics rotation, and how did it make him view his experience at the hospital?

7. What condition was patient Charlotte suffering from?

8. What happened when Konner confronted Dr. Brass?

9. What roles does Konner describe having written 'Becoming a Doctor' from?

10. How does Konner characterize the medical experience of working in obstetrics?

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