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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Obstetrics: The Anatomical Volcano.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What criticism does Konner make of the surgery that went on for three hours?
(a) The procedure was merely cosmetic.
(b) It could have been finished much sooner.
(c) The patient should not have been operated on.
(d) The surgeon made mistakes even he could recognize.

2. What does Konner say is typical of brain disease?
(a) Aggression.
(b) Suicidal thoughts.
(c) Depression.
(d) Identity loss.

3. What decision does Konner reaffirm during his visit with family?
(a) Not to practice medicine.
(b) Not to be a surgeon.
(c) To write an expose about his time in med school.
(d) To publish an anthropological piece on his time in med school.

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 luxury did Konner's relationship with Dr. Haley allow him?
(a) He could take more time off.
(b) He could rely on Dr. Haley when he was uncertain.
(c) He could diagnose patients by himself.
(d) He could make more money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of surgery did Konner watch Dr. Ruskin perform?

2. What distinguished Peter Byron's patient care?

3. What was the diagnosis for patient Edie?

4. How does Konner characterize his work with Dr. Haley?

5. What does Konner say is a benefit of obstetrics?

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