This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through September, Chapter 17: Patrick, Chapter 18: Armando, Chapter 19: The Committee.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Hermann's chief pediatric surgeon?
(a) David MacDougall.
(b) Richard Andrussy.
(c) Hazel Mitchell.
(d) Lin Weeks.

2. What hospital is Fran rushed to, a few days after her check-up?
(a) Methodist Hospital.
(b) San Jacinto.
(c) Hermann.
(d) Ben Taub.

3. 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) With no prospect of recovery, they're not sure the cost of his care can be justified.
(c) They need special equipment to be able to care for him.
(d) They are unsure if they can provide the quality of care that he needs.

4. Why does Sharon Crandell act the way she does with her patients and their families?
(a) She became a doctor because enjoyed the science, not because she truly wanted to help people.
(b) She thinks she is treating her patients with respect by being so honest.
(c) She emphasizes the positive side of things, to encourage optimism in her patients.
(d) She gets emotionally involved to avoid seeing her patients in an impersonal and scientific way.

5. What does Hazel want to avoid at the end of Chapter 11?
(a) Another situation like the Advanis.
(b) Another scandal.
(c) Eliminating charity care.
(d) Bankruptcy for the hospital.