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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. Traditionally, the Navajos are supposed to be in deference to __________, but Alvord make sure this didn't happen.
(a) Fathers.
(b) Father in laws.
(c) Mothers.
(d) Mother in laws.

2. On what day of the induction do the drugs begin to work in Lori's body, according to the book?
(a) Third.
(b) Fifth.
(c) First.
(d) Second.

3. How old is Jon when he and Lori first meet, which causes a certain strain on their relationship?
(a) 23.
(b) 34.
(c) 33.
(d) 26.

4. Walking in ________ becomes a whole philosophy of wellness, according to Alvord.
(a) Movement.
(b) Power.
(c) Truth.
(d) Beauty.

5. What condition is Alvord treating in Melanie at the start of this chapter?
(a) Influenza.
(b) Appendicitis.
(c) Hantavirus.
(d) Cancer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Thomas also sponsors _________ for Dartmouth Native American students, according to this part of the book.

2. What does Alvord decide to do, even though it's in direct opposition of her doctor's orders?

3. Alvord decides to stop watching _________ television and movies when she is pregnant to help the child grow positively.

4. How many other deans does Alvord work with in order to plan for the medical school?

5. In the ________, there are accusations against the IHS that Native American women were sterilized.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is so special to the Navajo about a baby's first laugh, according to Alvord?

2. What does Jon tell Dr. Alvord when Jon's dog becomes seriously injured as a result of a car accident?

3. What do Alvord and Jon decide to do to begin the labor process with Kodi?

4. What does a Navajo healer track, according to Alvord's findings?

5. What are the allegations made against the Indian Health Service in the 1950s?

6. What does Alvord find out from John when they go out for lunch together, according to the book?

7. How does Alvord describe the ideal hospital setting, which is unlike the traditional setting?

8. What happens behind Bernice's back as the hospital staff attempts to get Melanie the surgery she needs?

9. What is the elective surgery that Florena Woody has, which is generally complication free?

10. Why does Alvord choose the name she does for her child during her pregnancy?

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