1. What are Patrick's doctors supposed to do, given his status?
(a) They are allowed to continue treatment under certain circumstances.
(b) They can do whatever they think is right, given the situation.
(c) They are required to do all they can to save his life.
(d) They are required to stop treatment if he goes into cardiac arrest.

2. What is the biggest risk involving Patrick's IV line?
(a) It is very expensive to maintain.
(b) It can get infected.
(c) It needs to be closely monitored.
(d) It can interfere with his breathing.

3. What ethical issue does the Committee debate focus on?
(a) Whether withdrawing Patrick's life support is "giving up," or letting nature take its course.
(b) How Patrick should be told that his mother has decided to withdraw his life support.
(c) Whether it is right to withdraw life support if Patrick's mother can't pay, considering the hospital's already massive debt.
(d) Whether Patrick should stay at the hospital, or go somewhere else.

4. How long was Patrick's central IV line supposed to last?
(a) For the rest of his life.
(b) For as long as he needed it.
(c) Indefinitely.
(d) For just a short time.

5. Why are the hospital staff concerned about Armando's care?
(a) They are not certain that their doctors are experienced enough to handle his case.
(b) They are unsure if they can provide the quality of care that he needs.
(c) With no prospect of recovery, they're not sure the cost of his care can be justified.
(d) They need special equipment to be able to care for him.