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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Psychiatry: The Mind-Body Problem.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the surgeon order Konner to get rid of because it would be useless?
(a) A fountain pen.
(b) A leather medical bag.
(c) A stethoscope.
(d) A cigarette.

2. What did Konner think was unrealistic about the doctor he saw on TV?
(a) He cared about his patients.
(b) He had no life outside the hospital.
(c) He got away with gross incompetence.
(d) He was relentless in his pursuit of nurses.

3. Why was Konner distressed by the first part of the National Medical Board Examinations?
(a) He did not know if he would be able to get a scholarship.
(b) He was afraid that he would not pass.
(c) He was afraid that he would not get a higher score than his class rival.
(d) He was not confident that he could score above the middle of the class.

4. What is the immigrant neurosurgeon's rule, when Konner makes rounds with him?
(a) Spend as little time as possible with the patient.
(b) Read the chart first.
(c) Touch the patient.
(d) Talk to the patient.

5. What did patient Edwards regain after surgery?
(a) His identity.
(b) His sense of humor.
(c) His coordination.
(d) His memory.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kinds of experiences prevent medical students from looking forward to initial encounters with patients?

2. How many medical students was Konner grouped with for his rotation in psychiatry?

3. What is Howard Cullen's diagnosis?

4. How did Freddy Robertson handle the woman's purple finger?

5. What does Konner say he tried to hide from the woman on whom he had to perform a neurological exam?

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