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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 characterize Lily Corwin?
(a) Kind and efficient.
(b) Brash and vulgar.
(c) Arrogant and ignorant.
(d) Combative.

2. Why was patient Geraldine's DNR order ignored?
(a) She had not had it properly notarized.
(b) It was not included in her chart.
(c) Bureaucratic confusion.
(d) Dr. Brass countermanded it.

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

4. What does Konner say is the typical method of childbirth in the U.S.?
(a) C-section.
(b) Fully-conscious, without drugs.
(c) Full-conscious with pain drugs.
(d) Heavily sedated.

5. What did the residents explain to the daughter of the woman suffering with terminal cancer?
(a) What surgery and chemotherapy would cost.
(b) When her mother could be released back to her home.
(c) Why her mother should be allowed to die.
(d) What heroic measures could still be taken.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Dr. Harrison rate Konner's performance?

2. Who was Konner's first autopsy?

3. How long was Konner away from the hospital for, as a result of this nomination?

4. How does Konner characterize the American medical industry?

5. How was Konner involved in the birth of Barbara and Stan's second child?

Short Essay Questions

1. What African ritual does Konner describe relative to birth?

2. What was Konner's experience with Big Red?

3. What controversy surrounded patient Geraldine's death?

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

5. How does Konner describe his reasons for not practicing?

6. How does Konner characterize Dr. Sally Brass?

7. What made John Brandt one of Konner's heroes?

8. What condition was patient Charlotte suffering from?

9. How did Konner and Dr. Corwin treat the patient with Pickwickian syndrome?

10. Describe the laparotomy Konner assisted in.

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