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Casper

I was at a fairly new job and one of my managers got demoted without warning. The situation, we discovered, was because an ex-employee had complained about this manager and our general manager did not take the correct disciplinary action with the manager who ended up getting demoted. I wanted to speak up about how my manager had not done anything wrong in my experience being trained by her, and that my testimony was opposite to the complaint that got her demoted.

student-316

Casper

je comprends que ma situation est difficile et que je ne veux pas arriver en retard à mon examen et que je suis très stressée, mais je comprends aussi qu'il faut adhérer aux règlements de la ville. il se pourrait que parker dans ces rues soit interdits durants ces heures car ça bloquerait la circulation de bus ou de d'autres véhicules. ainsi, j'éviterais de me stationner dans les rues. j'essayerais de trouver d'autres solutions telles que me stationner un peu plus loin et de courir, ou de contacter un ami qui pourrait s'occuper de mon auto pour moi, etc. je pourrais aussi contacter mon professeur et espérer qu'il comprendrait ma situation et accepterais quelques minutes de retard.

student-80

Casper

I would first empathize with her feeling of lonliness as I understand that getting older may be hard for many, as they do not see people as regularly. I would tell her how much I would love to see her but explain that I have a very important exam that I need to study for. I would tell her that we should make a plan for something after my exam and that way she can look forward to seeing me, knowing it is planned. I can then study for my exam without feeling stressed about the time taken away for me to go see her.

student-223

Casper

Firstly I would have pull the student aside and have a private conversation with them in a setting that they would feel comfortable in. I would give them the opportunity to explain themselves as they have been tardy and left early on multiple occasions. As a student myself, I would gather more information on them maybe having alternate responsibilities such as taking care of a family member or work. However, I would give them to opportunity to speak to the teacher as they did not provide enough support to this project. If they do not report themselves to the teacher then I would have to speak to other group members and figure out a comprehensive solution such as moving forward as a group to report this student after giving them an opportunity to do so.

student-128

Casper

No. there are different leadership styles thta exist. Depending on the context, some styles would be more effective than others. It is improtant for students entering a professional grduate program to have a leadership style that they have been most comfortable with as it is what makes them their authentic selves. However, the schools can introduce new styles that can help their students become more rounded leaders giving students more tools to work with when they are in a group or as an individual.

student-131

Casper

I am in a difficult situation because I do not want to miss my exam, but at the same time, I do not want to get a ticket or get towed. Often times with exams, if you do not show up within the first 15 minutes, you are not allowed to take the exam at all. Given this, I would choose to park on one of the side streets so that I can make it in time for the exam. I have not received a ticket before so I am at less risk of getting into further trouble for that, and this would give me the opportunity to give it my all on the exam.

student-59

Casper

I would sympathize with Jeffrey as this convention does not seem to be very inclusive. Indeed, I do not think it is very fair for some people to have their religious holidays as relaxing times with virtually no work while others have to work as usual on days of celebration and festivities.

student-413

Casper

I would get involved by talking to my friend about it first. I would approach her in a calm manner and ask her if everything is okay. I would then advise her that I have to disclose this to our boss.

student-701

Casper

Cheryl should not message her friend as this is overstepping a professional boundary. It is the patient's right to let family members know about their health and I do not have the right to do so on my own. If the grandfather asks Cheryl to let their friend know then Cheryl can do that as that does not go against the grandfather's autonomy (as long as no professional rules are breached that are made by the hospital they are shadowing at)>

student-345

Casper

I understand why heather feels this is a glorifying heterosexual club and she could feel excluded by it as she is part of the LGBTQ+ community. Although she may feel this way because of her own personal experiences, I do feel as though it is a fine club to create. Jennifer can talk to heather and sk her how she can make it more inclusive to the LGBTQ+ community in a non-confrontational manner.

student-539

Casper

I believe that Einstein meant that curiosity is the root of many ideas, inventions, discoveries, etc. We need curiosity. It starts with a keen interest to uncover answers to unresolved questions/issues, and this interest (curiosity) is what motivates one to pursue the answers and solutions.

student-616

Casper

In this situation since George is being let go by Sarahs digression and she also knows him well, it might be better coming from here that an unknown human resources representative that has never met George. She could explain her reasoning and sympatically let me go. If she does not know George well and just knows that he is not performing well enough for the company then I think it would be okay for Human Resources to speak with him and tell him why he is being let go. In this end it is easier to hear hard information from a friend than it is an unknown person since they could do it more empathically.

student-65

Casper

I would be focused on not jumping to any conclusions. So, I would want to first gather more information by having a private nonjudgemnetal conversation with him. If I learn that he is taking the marijuana legally such as for medical reasons, then I would not report him. If i learn that he is smoking it illegally, then I would encourage him to turn himself in. However, if he refuses, then I would inform him that i would have no choice but to report him either to a teacher or law enforcement as it is illegal.

student-247

Casper

While Richard should care about Jessica's wellbeing and want her to succeed, although telling her about the website may be beneficial in the short term, it will not teach her the chemistry skills she needs in the future. For that reason it is better if Richard doesn't tell Jessica about the database, but rather either try to help her understand the concepts himself or try to refer her to other resources to help with her success. That way, Richard is still helping Jessica, while also ensuring the testing is fair and that Jessica is gaining the skills learned in the class.

student-261

Casper

I understand that my boss is upset with the missing money. I would try to have a calm and respectful conversation with my boss and be adamant about telling them that I'm not the one who stole the money but at the same time listening and acknowledging their frustrations and offer to help in finding out who the real culprit is.

student-444

Casper

Socartes was a great philosopher. To us today, he had a great field of knowledge. However, as a humble man, he recognizes that there is always more to learn, no matter how much you think you know about a topic. Socrates knows that having such a vision on life only motivates you to seek more knowledge and enhance your understanding of subjects.

student-348

Casper

I would first try to talk to someone who currently owns the test bank to see what kinds of content is in it and then decide from there if I really need this test bank and to determine if the bank is actually helpful or a source of cheating. Then, if the test bank is just a source of cheating I would not buy it and inform my professor about this bank.

student-579

Casper

I would first consult the store policy on refunds and examine to see if I am able to refund the customer in this scenario. If the store policy does not allow a refund, I would speak to my manager in a private conversation to discuss if there are any alternatives. If there are no alternatives, I would apologize, pull the customer aside and explain how it is my ethical responsibility to abide by the store policy and advise that I am not able to refund them. I would then offer my support and assistance to seek doctors that can offer a more affordable medical services.

student-132

Casper

James must be feeling a lot of pressure as the head couch and want what is best for the team, which in his eyes is winning. He likely is just trying to make the team as successful as possible in the only way he know how.

student-490

Casper

I am worried that Robert and Sarah are going to cheat. Since I care for the best interest of my friends, I don't want them to cheat because they could risk getting in trouble and because I recognize that cheating just leads to people not learning the material. I hope to have a conversation with them to explain that

student-436

Casper

I think someone may not agree with this statement if they take the stance that education and knowledge can vary vastly by culture, and also by subspecialty. For example, medicine requires a lot of knowledge, but not everyone wants to have this knowledge. THat being said, in this case it may not be right that everyone shares, but an optional virtue that some may opt for. In some cultures, too, education is enforced for certain groups of people, but not as enforced for others. For example, in the United States, education was not pushed for women for so long. They had other dutires that they were socially entiteld too, and while that does not mean that they didn't have a right to education, it meant moreso that they had a right to educating themselves about information pertaining to the tasks they were entitled to.

student-45

Casper

This is a difficult situation as i would not want to be late to my exam, which could potentially result in losing time on the exam, or not being able to write the exam all together. However, parking there might result in a ticket which is expensive and could be a financial concern for me. I understand that parking in an illegal spot is immoral and these policies are in place for important reasons. Ultimately I would keep driving around to find a legal parking spot for me. I might have to run into the exam in order to make it, but hopefully if i explain my situation to my professor they would be able to take my persceptive and be empathetic of my situation.

student-426

Casper

I understand this is a dilemma since intoxication on the job lacks integrity, but he is also my supervisor and I do not want necessary trouble. I would gather additional information: why is he drinking? does he have a history of drinking? do others know about his drinking? what about the coworkers and other volunteers - what do they think? I also want to seek online resources such as google and forums to ask others about their opinions and what they would do. I feel upset since he seemed like a great role model but does not appear so anymore, i am also curious to see why he is drinking and if there are circumstances. I would communicate with him first to grasp the situation and advise him to do the right thing by owning up to his mistakes.

student-350

Casper

Because I know that they are lying I would talk to them in a passive manner and remind them about the situations of the group. By skipping you are disadvantage the other members who worked hard on their part and I want to show my friend the situations my group members are coming from. Lying is also not a good thing where integrity is important in society and their future. Building trust is a necessary skill and this can lead to bad habits. So I would ask them to come back and work on the assignment

student-459

Casper

Socrates quote can be interpretted from various perspectives, however I interpret it as there is often no singular way of knowing, and that growth is the process of learning the acceptance of the unknown

student-519

Casper

If I saw that my friend was visibily uncomfortable, I would first ask them if they want me to say something on their behalf, as I do not want to speak for them if they do not wish to me spoken for. If consented, I would ask the person who took the video if they could kindly delete the video as my friend does not want to me in it. I would ask the person in a respectful way to understand why we wish for it to be deleted.

student-266

Casper

I would check my station's policies and see how much the fine is for trespassing on private property and fine the teens that amount. It is important that those in Brightonville are treated equally and it is not my decision to decide on an appropriate fine. The town has guidelines in place to try and be as fair as possible. The system in place in most cities is a predetermined fine that is no different based on age, or income and despite my personal feelings on the situation it is my responsibility to obey by the policies put in place.

student-648

Casper

I would first contact my supervisor and ask to them with ASAP, tellign them know that what I need to dicuss is very important. I would inform them that a post has been made and that the public migh tfind it offencly. I would then should them the post and ask it they would like to take it down ot ==r make a statement about the eror that was make. During our dicussion I was also like them know that I do not know who posted this post but all I know that it was not me. I would also ask if there is anything I can do to help migate the situation.

student-589

Casper

I think that there are a lot of pros and cons to the subjects taught in high school. For instance, I think that students think that the topics are \"useless\" when they get into unversity because university is much more specific and a lot of the topics while high school is much more broad. While I agree that not all the topics that were taught in high school were of use to me in university, I do not think they are \"useless\" topics because it could be a useful topic to someone else. I think that the topics are not useless, they are just broad as most students do not know what they will study in university so there is no way to know which topics will end up being useful. THe quadratic formula is useful to a math major.

student-109

Casper

This is a difficult situation that brings up the issues of ethics, communication and leadership. I understand why a government would make a decision like outlawing circumcision for the benefit of individuals in general, however I also empathize with the religion that dictates circumcision. I think that this situation is one in particular that is difficult to a draw a line because some religions that dictate circumcision dictate it at birth, when the individual does not have the choice. I do think that outlawing circumcision is considered religious discrimination, but there could be specific situations & ways of working around this for everyone to be safe.

student-60

Casper

I would start off by exploring all my options first in order to decide whether to give the refund or not. I would ask my manager or a person in charge if there was any way to by pass the store policies and make an exepection in this case as it is for a medical issue. If there was no way, I would try to provide the customer with other means or resources to financial help such as government provided resources or help them myself in this situation.

student-306

Casper

I would get involved. As an employee, it is my responsibly to strive towards a honest work environment and the success of the business. The coworker being hishonst and stealing detracts from that. As a fiend I would work with her to find alternatives to earning the money she needs. There are resources available to provide her with the are she needs so she can get back on her feet.

student-550

Casper

I beleive i need to look at this from both sides. YEs we are very reliant on electricity and it is needed in a majority of western societies. But some nations in less developed areas have to make do without it. I see that in areas of varying climate and weather from very cold to very hot may need heating and cooling in their homes to survive. But the government needs to make money as wel to offer other services like medicine, shelters, school programs. I think that stoppign the charge is dificult, but lessening the chrage may be the only way to allow equal access as you still need a home and others expenses to have electricity.

student-598

Casper

In order to encourage the residents with dementia, I would make sure that they feel included. I would give them words of encouragement and advice for their game. If this went on to become too frustrating for the residents, I would suggest another game that everyone might enjoy that is less taxing on them.

student-454

Casper

I think it is important to admit to the mistake made by the executives as it would be unethical to lie. However, pointing fingers will not make the situation any better so I not push on the blame on those individuals. Instead, I will state the facts as it is, that due to miscalculations, the business is not doing as well as it should, and as a result of that, these employees must be laid off. I would emphasize the fact that this is not the fault of any of the employess being laid off.

student-231

Casper

They may be forgotten because they are less seen by patients and the public. Their work, while extremely important, has a more indirect impact, which could cause people to not recognize their essential role in the system. In society their roles

student-540

Casper

Firstly i would want to gain more information and look at both sides of this idea. Hannah says that sam is a great person and will be there as a friend which shows good charater and respect. Micheal thinks that her espending history may leave them without being paid back for the money they lent, which they cannot afford financially. I do not want to assume that sam will spend the lent moeny as her own personal money and that she would respect the boundaries of this agreement more. I would reccomeend getting the agreement in writing and working out a repayment plan that all parties cann collaborate and agree on . If they can agree on this repayment, then i would reccommend lending the money.

student-295

Casper

This is a difficult and complex scanerio in which the customer is rasing their voice, distrubting other customers during their shopping and my employee reponds inappropriately. Here, I must address both the customer in their tone of speech and also my employee in how they respond. I would approach the conversation in a calm manner and first ask the customer what is the current situation. After they explain this, I would then ask my employee what they think has happened.

student-341

Casper

I would discuss the situation with my supervisor and take full responsibility over the situation. I would apologize for not controlling access to the social media platform and inform him of steps I would take to mitigate the situation. I would then brainstorm possible solutions with my team and my supervisor to ask about ways to address the situation.

student-513

Casper

Maybe the basketball team has been losing a lot of games, and it is hurting their financial ability to keep the team together. But perhaps, James has some sort of prejudice against the \"worst\" player. In the latter case, Kevin would have to investigate and observe if this is true. If it is true, Kevin might not right to follow Jame's advice.

student-691

Casper

Yes, it is as the store is generalizing that all students might steal from the store. It is not considering that if one student needs to buy something urgently during school hours, such as a menstrual product.

student-391

Casper

Sarah is in a difficult situation as she is the manager of the grocery store who is obligated to ensure that all her staff are performing their job duties. Before taking consideration of letting go an employee, I would want to find out more information from the employee on the reasoning of her missing work and not performing her job duties. The employee could be dealing with family issues at home, a caregiver to a child or sibling, or could be having mental or physical struggles. I would want to find out more information. If the employee suggests that she is having family issues at home or is a caregiver, I would advise the employee that she should take a few days off to re-charge and explain to the co-worker that it is important to ensure that all staff are performing their job duties and arriving work on time. If she continues to not show up to work, I would then have to report to Human Resources and I would have to take their advise and let go the employee. My goal for this situation is to show empathy towards the co-worker but also understand that as a manager I am responsible for the work getting done at my store.

student-3

Casper

I would first want to assess my responsibilities in this situation. On the one hand, I hold myself reponsible for the team, its cohesiveness and, by extension, its performance during the championship. If I miss the game without telling anyone, then I can easily imagine them not only performing poorly during the games, but also holding a grudge against their captain. I would therefore want to have a private discussion with my mom, to determine if she really needs me during these trying times. If she says no, then I would go to the championship. If she says yes, then I would have to be frank and open with my team, and try to find an alternative solution. I could, for instance, name an assistant captain for the match, if one has not already be named. It is by evaluating the needs of all parties involved that I hope to resolve the situation in a satisfactory manner.

student-112

Casper

He must consider multiple factors, such as the salary, the hours, the benefits of the job. If it would lead to him raising a family. If there are other jobs that have similar perks that would accommodate his extraverted personality and his passion for waorkign with others. If he really is set on being a math teacher however i wouldn't stop him from pursing his dream because i wouldn't want someone to do that to me. I also need to make him aware if he really likes the act of teahcering, or if his main goal is to help others. If he doesn't tliek the act of teaching maybe math tacher isn't for him

student-484

Casper

During the Covid-19 pandemic, my family and I weekly provided sandwiches to a homeless shelter to provide a meal to those who are less fortunate. The sandwiches would contain typically turkey and cheese and the next morning the mother would bring them to the shelter. In addition to such during the winter time we collected bed sheets from people in the local neighbourhood to provide the shelter with proper bedding for the homeless during the winter season.

student-170

Casper

Yes. While I understand that confidentiality builds trust between doctors and patients and generally reflects professionalism, I would report the drug use because it is breaking the law. In my opinion, there should be limits to complete confidentiality, such as when the law is broken or someone's safety is at risk. If I didn't report the drug use, not only would this patient put himself at risk of overdosing, but there would be nothing preventing him from sharing the drugs with the other inmates.

student-313

Casper

I would be tempted to purchase the test bank, however I would not purchase it. I want to learn the material on my own. Purchasing the test bank would not be an effective strategy for me to master the material and may only provide a temporary band aid for my grades. I may need this material in another course or in an exam or other in-class acitivities that the test bank does have answers for. In those cases, I really need to understand the material on my own. Instead, I would reach out to my professor for help, attend tutoring sessions, reach out to classmates, and. rethink my study strategies to master the material on my own

student-115

Casper

In this sitautio I would tell the customer the polciy of the business that I could not give back without a receipt and suggest they looked in different places for it. I could not break company polciy since that would jeopardize my own job and make me a non-trustworyh employee.

student-162

Casper

I would hold an in-person company-wide meeting to explain that the company has been less profitable than expected, and that unfortunately, layoffs will need to occur. I would allow employees to express their feelings and opinions, and ask any questions they may have. I would also direct them to additional support, such as counseling or financial resources if lay-offs will affect their emotional wellbeing and/or finances.

student-130

Casper

To me volunterring is very very important as a way to give back and be involved in my community, as well as a way that I can help to rectify the fear I have at the state of certain things in my city and province and country. I enjoy certain aspects of volunteering as it can get me to be involved in activities I would not have on my own, and meet people I would never have crossed paths with. On the other hand, I am fortunate in a lot of ways, and it is really important to me to be part of the support for those who have not had the same opporutunities as me.

student-53

Casper

I would not write the note for Hazel. From experience nerves and a sense of not being ready is common before an exam which can make you feel this feeling of unease. Therefore, often in situations life these I would not and tell Hazel to do the best she can. That is all that co

student-440

Casper

I would first call my manager and explain the situation at hand. If they say yes, then I would give the refund. If my manager says no I would suggest that we could check security footage to verify if this customer is really the customer that bought the guitar. I would argue that the customer's medical fees are an importatn task that we can help them overcome and that store policy may need to be flexible enough so that we fulfill our moral obligations to help this person. However, if there is no proof that this person is the actual customer I would have to explain to the customer that we cannot refund them because we lack the evidence that they are the real customer.

student-254

Casper

I would let them know of the misdemeanor that happened in the company. I would let them know of the next steps the company needs to take. That being said, I will also help them and refer them to other companies who are hiring.

student-649

Casper

I was late for a friends birthday that I was planning because i was busy making food for the dinner after golfing. Because of this, I missed the entire golf game and was sightly late bringing food for the dinner. I had promised i would be there but i was not there for the whole event.

student-407

Casper

I would talk to the customer and gain a better understanding of their perspective. I would discuss this in private and approach the customer in a kind, calm, and empathetic manner so that there is a degree of trust established between us. If the customer was still asking for a refund, I would tell them that it is against store policy to issue a refund and explain taht it would be dishonest of me to do so. I would then provide them with support and provide resources that will allow them come up with ways to find money for their medical bills

student-662

Casper

Though I would feel the urge to speak up during the meeting, I would suppress that urge because I believe it could create confrontation during the meeting. This would be very unprofessional at work and could actually negatively impact me, as the boss may view it as unacceptable and fire me. Thus, I would talk to my coworker after the meeting and ask them why they took credit and plead with them to acknowledge to the team that it was my idea.

student-445

Casper

In my mind I would first think about why the perosn want to surparise and see what intetnion, negative or psotive is it. i will also weight the posiblities of it being not taken offensive or taken offesive so taht I can expalin tot eh coworker on how the prank may affect the other person. I would pull the person to the side and let them know it is a great Idea and it would allow for strogner team comdradery but at the same time it amy fell hurtful . I would help him weight the optiosna nd reccomend we try a diffrent way on spenning time or ineracting with the person. i would ask if theya re okay with chaniging the pan inorder to respect the others feeling at the same time have fun but ethically.

student-250

Casper

Mes suspicions ne sont pas fondées, je voudrais accorder à Hazel le bénéfice du doute. Ce faisant, elle me fait déjà plus confiance. Je l'encouragerais à etre honnete avec moi, je serais rassurant et je lui dirais quelle est entre de bonnes mains. Si elle me confie quelle le fait pour sen sortir de son examen, je voudrais savoir pourquoi. je ne la ferais pas sentir coupable, je me mettras a sa place et je validerais ses émotions, japaiserais ses inquiétudes. je mexcuserais sincère,ent mais je lui dirais que je ne peux lui faire la note. si par contre, elle ne me le confie pas, je ferias plus de tests et je voudrais sa collaboration afin de trouver la cause de son problème.

student-87

Casper

With good intentions, I do not believe it is rude to let Jacob know if you do so with proper communication. You need to be polite and not condescending and have empathy for his situation. You must approach the situation as kindly and maturely as possible.

student-405

Casper

John needs to consider: the rules, the lady and her situation, his job (for the company as well as his moral duty). The rules are there for a reason. This lady's situation is legitamate, but many people may make up excuses that are similar to get away without paying the fare. The bus needs funds to pay the driver, maintenance of the bus and to pay the driver. The same rules apply to everyone and should be followed. This lady is in a bind and needs help, though. Perhaps a passenger will step up and do a good deed and pay the fare for her. John himself could offer to do that! If she's a regular customer, John can say he'll pay the fare for her today, and she can pay double next time (with him being reimburssed at that time). Or he can can just say \"I'll get your ride for you today- I hope everything is ok!\" But he does need to collect the fare in some way. After that shift, he can ask his supervisor how he should proceed in the future. Maybe he is allowed to use discretion in those instances and the company would be willing to allow that fare to go unpaid... but he won't know all his options unless he asks.

student-9

Casper

Whilst I can understand why Richard may want to tell Jessica about the database, in order to help her out, it would not be an appropriate thing to do. By providing Jessica the data base it provides her with an unfair advantage over other students who may not have access and may also be struggling with the course. Furthermore providing the database to Jessica also disadvantages her as she may properly learn the content which could create problems with more advanced units later in her degree. Richar should instead offer to tutor Jessica or encourage her to raise her concerns with the lecturer

student-355

Casper

I would speak up but not in the meeting due to not wanting to embarrass lucas., I would ask to speak to him privately in a nonconfrtoational manner while mainiting professional tonality and body language. I would ask him why he took my idea as is own and ask him if other factors are stressing him out that made him feel to commit this action. At first glance it seems he wants to sabotage me, but maybe he feels stressed because he hasn't been productive recently and wanted to feel like he contributed to something. I would also tell him how i feel and that it hurts me that he tried to take credit for something i did.

student-289

Casper

I would approach all conversations with respect and transparency. I would also understand that my boss is likely extremely stressed due to the missing money and that the way I am being treated is likely related to that. I would be diligent about my work and ensure that I continue to be on time and offer to help resolve the issue of the missing money. I would also request another meeting to speak about my innocence as I deserve to have the opportunity to explain my lack of involvement with the theft.

student-481

Casper

I will not report him, as a friend and a peer I risk social exclusion for reporting him, and the upside of potentially teaching him a lesson is limited. I beleive it would be more effective to speak with him and try to get him help and support to quit or reduce his use, at the very minimal to teach about the effects. often disciplinary action such as suspending students does not solve the issues as a very similar situation happened to my cousin and now he is expelled and does even more drugs since he is never under supervsion

student-618

Casper

It was my first season playing with a mens soccer team. Everyone was ages 30 or older, and I was only 19 at the time. Theyve been playing together for many years and have a strong bond/friendship with each other. At halftime of a game, they were discussing tactics since we were losing 2-1. I wanted to give my input about a tactical change we could make, but was too timid. I didnt know how theyd react or if my suggestion was helpful, and was too scared of being embarassed for it.

student-229

Casper

although the healthcare workers, is in the right of deserving respect - i understand where they are coming from. They may be tired, and exhasted but they are not understanding where the person on the subway is comming from. The person asking them to not wear their scrubs in the subway is correct. By wearing the scrubs they might be taking some of the bacteria, viruses from the hospital and spreading them to other places outside the hospital.

student-549

Casper

As the family doctor, I'd want to prioritize maintaining a positive relationship with my patient Hazel while also upholding my responsibilities to the academic institution and my clinic. I'd first take the time to speak to Hazel about why she feels like she is sick or what circumstance are influencing her decision to want to miss the exam. As someone who has been a student myself, I'd want to valdiate the frustration that Hazel might be feeling towards this exam but also let her know that I cannot write a note without evidence to support my comments and inform her of my moral and legal responsibilities to be honest as a physician working for this clinic. I'd also reiterate that this isn't fair to the other students at the university and intead encourage her to seek academic guidance at her institution, tutoring services, or support form friends.

student-184

Casper

I think the right course of action would be to make sure the puppy didn't belong to anyone first. If the puppy didn't belong to anyone then I think he has the right to adopt the puppy. If the puppy does have an owner, then I think it would be our responsibility to try our best to find the owner and to return their puppy.

student-470

Casper

Religious freedom is a fundamental right in this country and that involves the freedom to practice and express religious beliefs. Circumsion is considered an important practice in certain religons and is something that must be performed to honor their rules. Thus the government outlawing circumsion would go against other people's religious beliefs and thus discriminate against them.

student-367

Casper

No, following the laws is a perfectly reasonable thing to be worried about. Although Charlie's brother is doing a noble thing by trying to help the hospitalized kids, attaining a permit would be the right thing to do. Therefore, Charlie should make that clear to his brother and try to help him get the permit. If no permit is attained, the stand could be shut down and fine might be imposed. This would lead to having the opposite consequences as Charlie's brother would not be able to help the kids as much as he could have if he got the permit and made the stand a legal one.

student-399

Casper

he should first ask questions to the lady to seek more information how urgent is th emedicla appointment, does she have other modes of transportation available .. once able to evaluate he should try and help with alternate ways of transport if possible but if this is not possibele and it is deemed of urgent matte rhe should allow he ron the bus and then report his actions to a supervisor.

student-623

Casper

As the bus driver, John has a professional responsibility to follow the rules. So, I am concerned about the elderly lady's health, upholding justice (everybody else paid, so it would be unfair to let her on without paying), and also john's reputation and job (because he could face consequences for letting her on). So, I would first try to find an alternative solution. Could john wait while the lady walks back to her house? Would another passenger be willing to pay the $2 (or whatever the bus fair is in funtown), i have done that a couple of times, but its unfair to expect others to. Also, if john has the means and is seriously concerned about the lady, could he possibly pay for her?

student-210

Casper

Although it would be tempting I would not purchase the test bank. I hold myself to a high educational standard and I would rather want to succeed based on my hard work and not via shortcuts. There could be future repercussions and I do not want to potentially get traced back that I had purchased a test. I want to keep my academic integrity as a student.

student-180

Casper

My primary concern would be the wellbeing of and maintaining fairness to the employees who will be laid off. i would first want to apologize and remain respectful and understanding of their emotions and feelings that they may experience while announcing the news. I would be transparent about the concern that has been raised, and assure them that i will do whatever is in my hands to resolve this issue as soon as possible so that they can start working at the earliest possible time. I would let them know that I am available if they would like to chat furtherr about this or they have any questions.

student-575

Casper

This situation is difficult since the law is involved. However, out of compassion and human kindness I beleive John should let the old lady get a ride for free. As much as the law is involved and it is very important to obey this is make sure every customer pays before getting on, it is also very importnat to be a kind and empathetic human being when necessary. It is not every day that someone comes up to you asking for a free triket, so i feel like it is necessary to let the lady on and john could out of kindness pay for her ticket himself.

student-370

Casper

This is a difficult situation, as the patient in question is in a life-or-death situation, and his parents do not want to make a decision that would cost him his life. I understand that the parents have a devout belief that he should not receive the blood transfusion, but on the other hand, James in a young kid that has a whole life ahead of him, and could be saved if he had the blood transfusion. I would sit the parents down in a private and nonjudgmental manner, and try to discuss the consequences of not giving the blood transfusion to him. If the parents still refuse, I would have no choice but to go through with the blood transfusion, as I believe it would be in the best interest of James and his parents. It is entirely possible that his parents do not understand the gravity of the situation, so I would make sure to brief them and have a discussion with them after the operation has been completed.

student-49

Casper

This would greatly concern me as respect for historical sites are important. but i will request to talk to them privately, away from the crowd. I am hoping they agree. Then i would calmly voice my concern. I will then listen attentively to what they have to say, hoping the situaiton geets resolved from this

student-566

Casper

I know it might be annoying to pay for something one cannot control, but the damages these animals cause to the house is undeniable and unfortunateely, the governemtn does not cover removing them. a major reason is peace of mind, paying to remove them gives the owners peace of mind that their properties are safe from the smell and destruction of these animals

student-599

Casper

My concern would be my academic wellbeing, given that this final exam may be extremely important for my future, as well as the safety of individuals on the road as parking on the side street may impede traffic. However, If I discern that parking on the side street will not cause harm to others and block the flow of traffic, I would consider parking there in order to make my exam on time. I could also call a trusted friend to pick up my car from the side street while I'm on the subway and drive it to somewhere safer.

student-381

Casper

My main concern is that Jessica is struggling in the class and could potentially use some extra support. I would privately reach out to Jessica to ask her about her study habits and find out about steps that she had taken to improve her performance. If she had not reached out to the teacher for support then I would recommend that she does that. If she did and still isn't seeing any improvements then I would offer my support to her. I would ask her how I could support her and develop a plan together. Given that Jessica is struggling in class and I do understand that this can be sad and emotionally however I would not feel comfortable sharing the database because this may not solve the issue that Jessica is facing.

student-325

Casper

John is in a very difficult situation as on one hand, he must follow the law and if he doesn't, he might get into huge troubles. On the other hand, the elderly lady really needed to board the bus for an appointment, if she doesn't, she might miss an the appointment and ther may be huge consequences on her health. I think John can offer to pay for her ticket for now and ask her to pay it back at a later time. Or John can let her on and try to explain to his company the reasons he did so.

student-393

Casper

dans cette situation, je suis inquiète pour ma collègue et pour les prochains clients. ayant vu que ma collegue semblait avoir bu beaucoup, je serais inquiete quelle ne soit pas en possession de tous ses moyens et quelle risquait sa vie et celle de ses clients en conduisant sous linfluence de lalcool. je serais aussi inquiete quelle perde son emploi sil était révélé quelle ait conduit apres avoir bu, vu que cest contre les règle

student-185

Casper

I am going to approach this student and ask if I can speak with her privately. I would ask her if she was cheating. I would offer her the chance to explain herself and her reasoning. I would not jump to any conclusion as she may have a legitimate reason for why the notes were on her desk. If she does have a reason I would listen to her and give her the benefit of the doubt. Maybe they were in her case by accident. If she confesses that she was cheating I would speak with her non-judgementally and tell her that it is against the school's policy to cheat and that I will have to speak with the professor and have a conversation about what to do next.

student-101

Casper

It is not my place to give him advice on the situation. As much as possible, I avoid giving advice to people as it influences their decision, and it may not be the one that they should make. Instead, I would try to get him to think about what is most important to him, and how this may affect his future and the future of his family. I would also ask him to think of what he wants to truly do, and what his mother would want him to do. Consider all the people involved.

student-412

Casper

I would approach the teenagers and immediately tell them to stop what they are doing. I would pull them aside away from the cat and have a private non-confrontational conversation as to why they think this behaviour is acceptable. I would get their perspective on why they think this was necessary. I would educate them on the importance of being kind and merciful with the animals and nature around us, even if they did something wrong such as scratch us.

student-477

Casper

Yes. This is a breach of privacy. I WOULD STOP THEM AND GENTLY ASK WHY THEY ARE ITNRESTED IN GOING THROUGHT HEIR PHONES. If their reason is for a social gag, then I would gently explain how it may go in the wring direction and how it is a breach of privacy. I would aslo temidn him or her how it would affect the friednship. if its is seriousissue and the person is trying to acces the phoien becuase of emergency I WOULD FFER MY OHOEN FOR EMERGNECY USE BUT SINCE THE PERSON IS NO THERE USING THEIR PHOEN IS UNETHICAL.

student-364

Casper

I would not purcahse the test bank even though I understand that it would help me to get a better grade in the class. This not the ethical thing to do as schools have polocies and using an test bank such as this owuld go against said rules. I also know myself that it is wrong as there should nvever be a time where one feel the need to cheat in such a manner. If I am struggling with the test I could speak with my professsor to ask for extra help and that way I can do better without the help of a test bank.

student-182

Casper

This is a very challenging situation for my friend. I would pritorize his well-being and ensure that his academic success is maintained. I would first ask him more questions to get to know his mothers condition and how he feels about it. Undoubtedly this situation is extremely difficult for my friend and I would assure him that I am there for him every step of the way and will be willing to help with whatever he decides. I want to learn about what he values more and then give an advice based on that. If being with his mother means to him than school, than I would encourage to talk to the academic counselor and look at getting a gap year rather than dropping out. If school means more to him, then I would encourage to not drop it but also call his mother everyday to make sure she is fine and feels cared for. My advice will be based on my friends value system.

student-214

Casper

This is a potentially dangerous situation and care is required. My main concern is for the cat in this case. I would approach the group to confirm that the cat was indeed being abused. I would then use a firm tone of voice and tell the teenagers that their behaviour is unacceptable. If they stopped, then I would remove the cat to a safe location (e.g., the humane society). If they continued, I would be required to call the authorities, like the police to remove the cat from the dangerous situation.

student-47

Casper

It is very important to acknowledge the fact that although I was not cheating, from the teachers perspective I had notes in my pencil case and was infact attempting to cheat. therefore, I would have to approach my teacher in a very kind manner and explain my situation to the est of my abilities. It is important to note that although i would appreciate retaking the exam in order to avoid failing; I have made a mistake and it was my responsibilty to ensure i was prepared for the exam. BY not ensuring my preparedness I put myself in a situation where i was caught cheating and so i must old myself accountable for these actions.

student-204

Casper

I would not encourage them to drop out without first discussing other options. First of all I would explain that I am very sorry to hear that they are going through this situation and that I am here to support them no matter what their decision is. I would first of all suggest that they discuss the situation with the course coordinator so that they can provide some additional insight or lighten the course work. Alternatively if they still want to drop out I would suggest that they postpone a semester and see how things go, if they ultimately decide to drop out I will support them either way

student-382

Casper

My main concerns in here are the wellbeing of my friend, her integrity and theft from the company. I would first approach my friend in private setting to gather further information, maybe she was removing cash at the direction of manager. If my friend was indeed pocketing cash for her own use without authorization I would encourage her to return the cash to the till and offer her ways to address her financial situation.

student-689

Casper

I would try to talk to Jame's parents about how serious the situation is and what the consequences are of they refuse treatment/the transfusion. As Jame's parents, they have a say in his treatment; however, in this situation, I need to keep James best interest in mind as he is my patient. If the blood transfusion is the only way to treat him or give him a fighting chance, and after talking to the parents they do not change their mind, then I am going to have to treat him anyways. I would talk to a hospital administrator or ask for a court order to provide James with the care I am obliged to provide as his physician.

student-12

Casper

I realize there exist a power dynamic between my boss and I and he has some power over me. I woudl approach my boss and ask if he has proof over why he believes I stole the money. if he does not have proof and is still adamant on me stealing the money, I would reach out to HR and let them know the situation. If no change has been made I would resign. I woudl not feel comfortable and be able to work to the best of my ability when my intergeity has been questioned by my own boss.

student-236

Casper

My response to Jeffrey would be to explain that I also personally don't understand why this is a thing in society. I would explain to him that I empathize with him, and I understand how excluded and even invalidated he might feel by society's catering toward Christian holidays. As I also don't celebrate Christian holidays, I would offer to spend those days with him so that he doesn't feel isolated from society by everything being shut down.

student-173

Casper

I think this is a very complex issue. As an immigrant myself, I come from a country where circumcision is encourages however since coming to Canada I have foundt that this is not widely the case. I could understand while to some outlawing circumcision would be considered discrimination giving is cultural and d=religion implications. However on the otherhand, I could see why the government had outlawed circumcision based on doing whats best for society. I think that this situation might heavily depend on how greatly an individual values this practice, to understand if it may be considered discrimination and if it may not be.

student-141

Casper

I am concerned that she may not be fit to drive a vehicle in her condition. Driving under the influence puts herself, the people she is driving and others on the road in danger. However, I do not know the specifics of the situations, the trip may be for later in the day, when the effect of the beers is no longer present, or I may have mistaken a non-alcoholic drink for beer.

student-195

Casper

I can understand the concerns Ashley may have about what she observed however I would ask her not to jump to any outlying conclusions just yet. Instead, I would present Ashley with the case in which maybe the elderly man may have hearing issues in which caused the PSW to appear as though she was yelling at the man. Also, it could be possible that one of the elderlies illnesses could cause them to be more susceptible to bruises or it could even be bed sores.

student-569

Casper

Since most outdoor animals are wild it is unknowing to them that they are invading your property as well as it is not the homeowners fault that animals are coming on their property. I feel if the homeowner chose to live in an association there shud be a polciy in place or rule that they are aware of before they chose to live there that explain what they must do in the case of animals invading their property. This makes them or the association responsible for the animals and both are on the same page.

student-143

Casper

This is a difficult situation for John as he may feel a conflict between his responsibility to his job and what he may feel morally to do. On one hand, it is understandable that one may want to \"make an exception\" to the rules for the case of this kind elderly lady who is rushing to an urgent appointment, as there is empathy for her situation. On the other hand, in his role, John has a responsibility to uphold the regulations of this employer requiring all to pay a bus fair. In this situation, it is important that John upholds the responsibilities and rules of his job - but to enforce them in a way that listens to the lady's concerns. He should tell her that he understands he predicament, and that he is sorry for the difficult position this puts her, but that he must follow the regulations of his employer, for fairness to them and also to the other passengers on the bus. He may also then suggest alternative methods of obtaining a ticket, for instance if there is anyone close by or anyone she could call for a ticket, or if there is any other way to get her to her destination.

student-1

Casper

My interpretation is that if people see a person who appears to be competent and someone who is trustworthy, they'd be more likely to work with them and trust them to help them as an image or personal brand is created.

student-595

Casper

Despite our best efforts there may always lie a difference between classes of society. I got busy, didn't get to read this as well as I wanted.

student-712

Casper

This situation would be difficult for Kevin, as he will not be able to find anything he can buy in this store, while staying loyal to his religion. However, it is also not the obligation of the store to appeal to everybody who walks in. As long as Kevin is treated well in this store, this would not constitute of religious discrimination, since after all, Kevin could buy pasta at another store.

student-531

Casper

I would not as this would be unethical to do. Although theremay not be any visible damage and I was not seen doing this, it would be wrong to flee the scene without leaving a note explaining the situation, aplogizing and leaving my contact info. This would ensure accountability for my actions and the responsibilities that should be upheld if I were to drive. Without this sincerity and integrity, there wouldn't be any accountability and would encourage an environemnt of doubt and mistrust in our society, whcih would be counter-intuitive to maintaining peace and justice.

student-277

Casper

Someone may not agree with this because they view education as a luxury. Someone who believes that educational institutions should continue charging high prices may view education as a status symbol rather than a fundamental right.

student-75

Interview

This is a sensitive situation, as public health should be the top priority, yet tracking individuals' movements can impose major privacy risks that make citizens feel exposed. Given these competing concerns, the best approach may be finding alternative public health measures that lower disease spread while respecting privacy. Suggestions already implemented worldwide include masking mandates, vaccination requirements, social distancing, and limits on gatherings. While controversial, dissecting perspectives on why they help can build understanding. Officials can share unbiased data on masks, hygiene and distancing to educate citizens that these measures effectively reduce transmission based on evidence. It's also key to remind the public of the goal - reducing illnesses, hospitalizations and deaths. With limited hospital capacity, surging cases can overburden healthcare workers and restrict care for other emergencies. By informing citizens of these broad implications, they may better comprehend the purpose of safety measures despite privacy tradeoffs. In summary, educating the public with clear evidence-based rationale for interventions can promote informed choices. Citizens may then continue safety practices willingly, knowing the societal benefits, while retaining autonomy over health decisions and minimizing invasive tracking. A thoughtful public health approach requires openness on all sides to find solutions.

student-766

Interview

Today I'm asked a question - in my clerkship, I coincidentally am placed with my best friend. My best friend is continuing to share stories about their patients, calling them by their name and sharing details about their condition as well as their behavior. I'm asked what ethical issues I can foresee arising from this situation. I think right off the bat, the first thing that came to my mind was patient confidentiality. As a physician, you have a responsibility to keep patient information confidential, especially with the public. Another issue I can foresee happening is creating bias in myself. Because we are in the same clerkship and ward, I can foresee myself caring for some of these same patients. Knowing their name, condition, and behavior from my friend's stories might influence my own perceptions and biases before ever interacting with them myself and being able to form my own opinions with an open perspective. The last issue is jeopardizing trust and the workplace environment. If anyone were to find out, this could jeopardize trust not only between my friend and their patient, but also among colleagues and staff. Conversations can be misconstrued as gossip or rumors which can really affect workplace morale. As we're just starting out, we want to make good impressions and really practice those ethical standards we preach. So I can foresee that causing mistrust. However, I think it's important to communicate with staff and have opportunities to debrief and discuss cases, whether with friends and family. But there are ways to do that while respecting confidentiality. In my experience on a suicide hotline, those conversations were incredibly emotional and taxing. Without being able to discuss those feelings with other volunteers, it would have been very challenging to continue. So I think it's understandable to have these conversations and debrief cases with colleagues, but to do so without giving specific patient names or conditions so it remains confidential. I would encourage my friend to reframe the conversation to how they were feeling or if they wanted general medical advice rather than specifics about the patient. As an aspiring physician, collaboration is important to get perspectives on challenging cases, debrief, and take care of our mental health. Diverse perspectives can help patient care too. Perhaps my friend was misreading a situation and I could give a better outlook for them to go back with empathy and provide better care. So collaboration is essential but confidential.

student-808

Interview

Right, so first off, I don't think it's wise to simply introduce a lower speed limit in a city just because another city did so. Each city is really specific and has its own unique population. In order to determine if a lower speed limit should be introduced in Edmonton, it's important to look not only at the specific routes, but also the demographics of the local population. I think we first need to look at Edmonton's routes to see if there are roads that pose heightened dangers to drivers, similar to what may have prompted the lower speed limit in Plymouth. It's key to understand why traffic incidents are happening in the first place. After analyzing the road conditions and safety issues, I would also examine the population. It could be relevant to see if Edmonton has a large population of young or elderly drivers who may struggle with driving at higher speeds. Other population factors like rates of impaired driving could also influence accident rates. Additionally, it would be prudent to assess road construction patterns and detour frequency. If Edmonton's roads face a lot of closures and rerouting, reducing speed limits could help prevent accidents. In summary, Plymouth's decision to reduce speed limits doesn't necessarily mean Edmonton should follow suit. Each city requires an independent analysis based on road conditions, population demographics, impaired driving rates, construction patterns, and other locality-specific factors. However, Plymouth's experience can provide a model to consider. If a detailed study determines Edmonton faces similar challenges that prompted Plymouth's speed limit decrease, a lower limit could be reasonable for our city as well - perhaps only on the most high-risk roads. The decision should ultimately be based on Edmonton's own traffic patterns, risks, and needs.

student-790

Interview

This can be a challenging situation. Doctors want to promote life and want their patients to live long and spend time with family. However, we have to consider the patient's feelings and quality of life with a critical condition, which can be extremely difficult. I believe physician-assisted suicide could be ethically appropriate if the patient is making a fully informed decision and is aware of alternatives like palliative care and the impact on loved ones. If after thorough discussion and reflection the patient still feels strongly that assisted suicide is the right choice, and the physician is comfortable proceeding, they should be able to move ahead. The key is ensuring it is truly the patient's autonomous, informed choice, with full comprehension of all options. If those conditions are met, then physician-assisted suicide could be conducted ethically.

student-754

Interview

I'll get right into the prompt about whether physicians should be able to lie to or withhold truth from patients, even if it's for the patient's own good. I recognize this can be a difficult situation, especially with difficult news where a physician may feel sharing information could trigger an undesired response in the patient. However, looking at different perspectives, the physician is involved in care delivery but the patient's perspective must also be considered. If physicians aren't transparent and don't fully deliver information, especially if the patient wants to know, I think physicians have a duty to tell the truth. I don't think lying benefits patients. Transparency fosters trust between provider and patient, which is necessary for the patient to also be truthful. If a physician lies or withholds truth, what's stopping a patient from withholding critical information affecting their care? It gives a sense of practicing paternalistic rather than patient-centered care, and not treating the patient as an equal person deserving respect. Telling the truth fosters trust. It's difficult if not impossible for a physician to fully know how someone will react to news, so just because it's difficult doesn't mean it should be withheld. There are diagnoses where hearing it may do more harm in the moment by causing panic. But the patient still has a right to know. If test results could be false positives, you can suggest more tests be done but still inform the patient. You cannot withhold just because you think it will do more harm than good. Contingencies like mental illness are important - you still tell the truth but may alter how you deliver it through pacing information, softening delivery, etc. But the information itself, I believe patients have a right to know.

student-813

Interview

My understanding of activism is grassroots movements driven by communities to advocate for policies and programs that positively impact people's lives. I believe physicians and medical students have a role in this duty. As community leaders directly affecting health, doctors can influence public health so patients are cared for beyond the clinic. I understand the challenges. With the demands of staying current on medicine, taking on activism requires great commitment and emotional investment. However, much health progress has resulted directly or indirectly from activism - like reproductive justice advocacy. This promotes not just healthy pregnancies or safe child rearing, but reproductive choice including contraceptive and healthcare access. One way medical students and doctors can engage in activism is advocating for increased access to contraceptives and reproductive healthcare. They can also start public health initiatives to improve sex education, so teenagers gain better understanding of safe sex, changes to their bodies, and reproductive health. Physicians can play a vital role in launching programs to ensure patients get care and knowledge to advocate for themselves. While difficult, activism allows doctors to create positive change beyond treating individuals.

student-738

Interview

In this complex scenario, my priority would be addressing the needs of this girl and doing everything in my power to assist, since negligence could lead to further harm. I believe the first step would be to speak with her privately about her concerns with sleeping pills and motivations for using them. This conversation would allow me to better understand her intentions and assess the situation to determine if my intervention or someone else's is necessary. If I leave this issue unattended, she may see another doctor unaware of her history who prescribes sleeping pills, potentially causing harm. So having an open discussion to grasp her perspective and needs would be critical before deciding how to proceed. My goal is preventing greater issues by proactively engaging with care and concern.

student-728

Interview

The issue of legalizing marijuana in the Canadian healthcare system is complex, with several perspectives to consider. Some potential pros include providing a regulated source to offset potentially contaminated black market marijuana, and easier access for patients who use it medicinally, like cancer patients for nausea relief. Cons could be increased accessibility leading to misuse if public education on safe use and effects is lacking. Dangers like impaired driving are a concern if marijuana use is not informed and responsible. A regulated government source can ensure safety standards and avoid spread of illness from contaminated sources. At the same time, wider access must be accompanied by public education campaigns on potential side effects and safe, responsible use. Strict impaired driving laws should be upheld. If use is informed, overall costs to the healthcare system may be reduced compared to problems caused by dangerous substances like opioids. But appropriate regulation and education are key to maximize public health benefits and minimize harm. There are reasonable arguments on both sides, so thorough assessment of public health impacts is needed if considering legalization.

student-774

Interview

As a physician, my main concerns are the patient's health and respecting their wishes. However, at 16 they are a minor, so I would also need to consider the parents' wishes if they are the legal guardians. I would want to have private conversations with the patient and parents separately to better understand the patient's desire for the procedure and gauge their knowledge so I can provide information and answer questions. Similarly, I would seek to comprehend the parents' opposition in a non-judgmental way by allowing them to voice concerns and addressing any questions so they may feel more comfortable. After these discussions, I would encourage the parents and child to speak together to understand both perspectives. My role is to serve as an impartial third party source of procedural information, not advocating for either side since my duty is to both the patient and the legal guardians. By facilitating open dialogue for all parties to voice their reasoning, I aim to find the best resolution that balances the patient's well-being, autonomy, and the parents' right to decide what is medically appropriate for their minor child.

student-749

Interview

This is obviously a very complex dilemma with no easy comprehensive solution that satisfies all stakeholders. The primary conflict is balancing free speech versus safety and well-being of users when social media platforms restrict or remove content deemed discriminatory or offensive. On one hand, allowing individuals to display any content exercises their right to free speech. However, this risks making parts of the user base feel unsafe or lose those users entirely, which impacts revenue. So platforms have to determine which content is truly discriminatory or offensive enough to warrant restricting. If content is designed to intentionally hurt certain groups, then removing it is warranted. But content not meant to be hurtful, even if offensive to some, requires more consideration before removal. There is no universally correct solution yet, as evidenced by cancel culture debates. Perspectives of free speech advocates and vulnerable groups like BIPOCs and LGBTQ+ must be balanced, which is extremely difficult. Personally, I would prioritize user safety on a social media platform, even at some cost to free speech. If content is likely to be broadly harmful if proliferated, removing it is reasonable. The top priority should be ensuring all users feel safe, welcome, and able to express themselves. So I agree with removing intentionally harmful content. But possibly offensive content requires more discussion before removal. Well-being of all users should be the number one priority for social media platforms.

student-768

Interview

Well, the main issue here is that if the baby keeps screaming and crying, it could disturb the other passengers who may have important events the next day and need a good night's sleep. Also, the parents are likely feeling embarrassed about their baby's behavior. So we need to take both sides into account. What I would do is approach the parents in a polite, private manner so as not to embarrass them publicly. I would ask if anything is wrong with the baby - maybe the baby is hungry, needs a snack, doesn't have any toys, etc. Gathering more information first allows me to make a more informed decision about how to help. I could then offer some alternatives, like playing with the baby myself to provide a calming distraction if the baby is just feeling stressed from the plane environment. If the baby does settle down, problem solved. But if not, as a last resort I would put in earphones and listen to loud music so I don't hear the crying and can get some rest. The goal is to find a mutually considerate solution that respects the needs of both the parents and other passengers.

student-719

Interview

In such a scenario, my priority would be to ensure transparency and come to a collective agreement through careful deliberation with the other judges. Both presentations have very similar, on-par content, making it difficult to choose a sole winner. However, there are other factors the judges and I could consider. One is the delivery and enthusiasm or professionalism of the presenter. Another is the recency and relevance of the proposed solutions to the specific health issue and location of our event. For example, the presentation on access to primary care addresses a pressing issue in our current location. We could also consider the practicality and feasibility of the solutions - something with more profound real-world implications might meet our criteria. By discussing these factors, the other judges and I could thoughtfully decide on a winner through open deliberation.

student-760

Interview

The main reason I really want to become a physiotherapist started when I was young. I played a lot of sports and have always been interested in science. Playing sports, I've had the misfortune of many injuries. Starting around age 12, I've had to go to physio multiple times. I've been to many clinics as I got older, playing lacrosse at a high level and football. I've seen different physios because the teams have different affiliations. So I've had a lot of great experiences with physiotherapists. With my interest in science and studying anatomy and research in high school and university, I've reflected on my experiences and found physiotherapy combines my interests. It allows me to work one-on-one with people at the intersection of anatomy, physiology, physical activity, health, wellness, movement, sports, injury recovery, and improving daily living. You incorporate knowledge, research, and new developments in collaboration with doctors, occupational therapists, and other physiotherapists to create the best plan for each patient. This really interests me. My exposure to different physios provided great role models who inspired me to continue my journey as an athlete and scholar. When I was able to reevaluate what I value, those influences focused me on becoming a physiotherapist. Additionally, my experience coaching and working with kids with autism has shown I work well and communicate effectively one-on-one. I enjoy the process of helping someone improve their abilities and quality of life through movement in a one-on-one setting. I want to put people in a position to succeed. Coaching has allowed me to create positive environments and build relationships with each player to ensure they can improve, have fun, make friends, and gain lifelong healthy skills. These experiences have reinforced and further influenced my desire to be a physiotherapist, as I want to provide this on a daily basis. I think it plays to my strengths.

student-823

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I believe this is a complicated issue with many perspectives on universal basic income. There are pros and cons, but I am more in favor of it as I believe people should be able to provide for themselves and their families. As a physician, this career is about advocating for others, and the ultimate form of advocacy is ensuring people can provide for and advocate for themselves. A basic income is essential for people to be able to do that.

student-815

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If a patient was interested in visiting an acupuncturist or chiropractor, I would first sit down with them to ask about the underlying issues causing them to seek these providers. It would begin by asking if they have a physical ailment or chronic pain. I would offer to run tests to determine the underlying cause of their pain and establish a beneficial, trusting relationship. We could do x-rays, medical tests, etc. to find the source of their pain and reason for wanting to visit an acupuncturist or chiropractor. If the patient still wished to see one after tests, I would research these fields myself to learn the potential benefits and risks, side effects, or harm to the patient. After doing this research, I would share what I learned and see if any medical staff had advice on things to look out for with these providers, like laboratory red flags or potential side effects. I would also discuss current therapies I'm providing and share my professional opinion that these medications can alleviate their pain or ailment. Additionally, I would ensure the patient knows I'm still there for them. I want to stress I do not want to overstep or lose their trust, and I respect their autonomy to visit these alternative providers. I would let them know if they have any questions or feel something is going wrong, they can still come to me for help. I would be happy to remain their physician and provide benefit if they feel I can. I would just ask them to be cautious and respect their choices.

student-825

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This scenario, where Dr. Cheung is recommending homeopathic medicines to his patients despite the lack of scientific evidence and him not fully believing it either, calls up a number of fascinating ethical dilemmas. Initially, I thought that the doctor’s behavior was considered ethically wrong since he himself didn’t believe in homeopathic medicine due to the scant evidence, yet was recommending it to patients. However, if he communicated clearly about the lack of scientific evidence and how he does not believe in it to the patients, and the patients are aware of it, then it is not ethically wrong. Ultimately, the patients have the rights to be aware of the treatment plans, including the benefits and risks involved, before making informed decisions. So, if the patients are still willing to consent to the homeopathic approach, despite him explaining the risks involved, then going in accordance with respecting patients’ autonomy, this would not be an ethical issue. On the contrary, it becomes an ethical issue when the doctor withholds detailed explanations and information about the approach from his patients. Doing so, he violates patients’ autonomy and isn’t acting in their best interests. Using the psychological effect of placebo to create a false sense of reassurance is considered deceiving and misleading. This jeopardizes patients' trust for this doctor or even the entire medical system since patients may find out that the prescribed drug has no effect in improving their conditions. Hence, by failing to inform clearly about the treatment, he is preventing his patients from making an informed decision about their healthcare. However, this situation leaves out some details that are important before arriving at a final conclusion: [1] Is he doing business with or promoting homeopathic medicines because his name is on the meds? [2] Does he have a financial stake in these drugs? [3] Is he qualified to practice complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to offer this treatment to patients? [4] Did he explore other alternatives within conventional medicine before recommending this approach? If he is doing business or has a commercial interest, it might be unethical for him to be recommending such treatment given that his clinical judgement could be clouded based on his business interest, suggesting a conflict of interest. Moreover, there is a likelihood that patients are easily persuaded as to the “reassurance” of the treatment through trust of an SMC-registered doctor. Hence, it is crucial to keep in mind the patient's autonomy and right to all information of potentially available treatments. In conclusion, it would be unethical for him to be recommending an approach that lacks scientific evidence. It is also equally unethical for him to create a false sense of reassurance for his patients just because he believes that homeopathic medicines do no harm. I would recommend that he stays transparent and be honest with his patients by openly discussing the lack of evidence and explaining the potential implications. Doing so, he maintains the trust and respect of his patients which will not result in misleading “reassurance”.

student-801

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Health inequalities refer to unequal access to healthcare services, education, and resources. In Canada, examples include lack of access to healthier foods for lower socioeconomic groups, reduced medical services in rural areas compared to urban centers, and insufficient culturally competent care for our diverse population. Addressing these requires engaging key stakeholders and utilizing both downstream and upstream solutions. For rural communities, downstream approaches could include community programs to empower healthy lifestyles through proper sleep, mental health support, social connection, physical activity, and self-care. Allocating more funding to develop rural healthcare facilities and services, in consultation with local providers and residents about specific needs, is critical. Upstream policy solutions should involve rural stakeholders in developing policies tailored to rural health, rather than the current focus on urban settings. For cultural competence, actively fostering diversity among healthcare practitioners is essential so they can understand and address the values and beliefs of diverse patients with sensitivity. Overall, resolving health inequalities requires multifaceted strategies engaging affected groups, addressing root causes, and expanding access through both systemic and local solutions. With collaboration, we can work to ensure all Canadians, regardless of socioeconomic status, geography, or background, have the opportunity to achieve their best health. Please let me know if you would like me to expand on any part of this response.

student-829

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In our province, I think our healthcare system overall does a pretty good job. With a public healthcare system like we have in Canada, where people are able to get hopefully accessible and inclusive care, there's definitely going to be shortcomings. But overall we see a system where we have our so-called "free healthcare," although we do pay taxes. In any system there's always going to be strengths and weaknesses. But I think overall we do a pretty good job. The issue I'm most passionate about would be accessibility and equality issues, specifically the treatment of indigenous people and people with disabilities. I don't want to make broad, sweeping statements about healthcare in general because it's not every single doctor or health authority that has these issues. But I think with indigenous people in our province and Canada, there have been many instances where they haven't been treated properly and haven't been given the same resources and opportunities to be successful. Some doctors are great, but there have been high profile and likely many unreported cases where indigenous people have not been given the same treatment - whether refused treatments, turned away due to prejudices, or not welcomed in a Western medical environment because as healthcare providers, we're unable or unwilling to accommodate certain values and beliefs. I think this is super important and something we can improve on. Where many indigenous people live in rural communities in BC, I think as a province we struggle to provide good, meaningful, equitable healthcare to people in rural and indigenous communities. It's something they really deserve and I'm quite passionate about. I think it's important that as we move forward, we educate current and future generations with knowledge on how to deal with these issues so professionals are better equipped to go in without prejudice and find solutions that work for both patient and doctor to have a good working relationship that maximizes health outcomes. All cultures and beliefs should be welcome in a healthcare setting by having empathetic people able to go in with no judgment or prejudice, and allow different views and practices that maximize patient outcomes. Having someone willing to listen and create meaningful, non-judgmental relationships with indigenous people in healthcare is key. I also mentioned people with disabilities. As Westerners and able-bodied people, there are barriers we don't think of that prevent access. Addressing those barriers is really important and something I'm passionate about because I firmly believe everyone should be given the opportunity to access our good healthcare system.

student-821

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My perspective on our role in activism is that physicians usually act on a more individual level as they're treating symptoms that patients may have. But I also believe that there are many health issues which are systemic, and that physicians should do their part in addressing these issues, maybe even appealing to government bodies when they don't agree with a piece of legislation. But at the same time, their primary responsibility is activism on a patient level. I believe that to be a competent physician, the doctor always needs to have the patient in mind and advocate for the patient's self interests.

student-818

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As a doctor, your first role is to prioritize the patient and act in the patient's best interests. So of course, if the patients feel as if they want a different doctor, then I would oblige and try to help them find a different doctor that is a better fit for them. However, as a physician, you have a responsibility to be professional and try to better yourself and try to be the best you can be. So I would first reach out to the family and ask them what exactly I might have done wrong and what exactly I could do to be better in situations like this, because I want to learn from my mistakes and be better for the next patient. Maybe this bedside manner difficulty was because I was from a different culture than the patient. So in order for me to be a good health advocate and have cultural competence enough to give equal high quality care to patients from all different backgrounds, I have to try and figure out what the root of the problem is so I can address that problem myself. Lastly, as a doctor, you have to be a good communicator and build a good relationship with your patient and be able to empathize with them, explain things to them in a way they can understand and make sure that they have all the information that they need. So if I was not clear enough or not sympathetic enough to the patient situation, that I need to know so I can adjust my approach moving forward with different patients. I would also ask the family if they would like to give me an opportunity to fix my bedside manner and make it suit their needs better. And if they say no, I would of course tell them that's totally fine, and try to give them options of colleagues who might have the kind of bedside manner that they are most comfortable with and what they're looking for.

student-806

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I'll just start with a little bit of my background. I have a very active background. I've been involved in multiple sports throughout my life, whether that was gymnastics, horse riding, hockey, hiking, and weightlifting. Through those activities, I've been able to grow as a person and do those in a community with people and just improve my overall health and wellbeing. I realize the benefit that fitness can have for people and how much an injury can hinder those goals. As a physiotherapist, I would be able to help people achieve those fitness goals. I've also had numerous injuries from sports, and I've been in four car accidents. I know that makes me sound like a really bad driver, but I was a passenger in all of them. Just want to throw that in there. So anyways, I've been to the physiotherapist countless times through the years, and honestly, I wouldn't be where I was at today without them. I realized this is where my passion lies, that I want to be able to be in that role myself and help people recover because I've experienced so much benefit from physiotherapists. I love to be able to be in a direct role to help people get back to their normal activities. I also have a passion for analyzing human movement and being able to produce optimal performance, which I believe would be possible in my role as a physiotherapist. I've worked in retail for many years as an assistant manager and a supervisor, and through that time, I've been able to refine my communication skills and my teamwork skills as well. Both of these are extremely important as a physiotherapist. I would look forward to being able to use them in this career. I know this sounds a bit mundane, but I really do enjoy stocking shelves because I enjoy the challenge, the problem solving and just working with my hands. I really enjoy that. And I believe as a physiotherapist, I would be able to use those skills every day, and nothing would bring me greater satisfaction. I also have attention to detail, and I've been able to refine that through my management position. I believe that's a very necessary skill to have in healthcare when you're dealing with sensitive issues and medical records. I'm also a very empathetic person, and I have a passion for helping people who are in difficult positions. That's led me to volunteer with Special Olympics, where I was able to interact with athletes who had mental disabilities and just assist them in playing sports. And I've also volunteered at homeless shelters, interacting and serving the guests, also volunteering at a physio clinic for quite a while and being able to provide direct treatment to the patients. Through all of these things, I realized how much joy and satisfaction it gave me to be able to see the joy on people's faces as they were able to accomplish more than they thought they were able, or maybe move just a bit better. Just being able to play a role in their recovery and restoring mobility and helping them achieve their goals. So in summary, my physically active background, my experience in retail, my interaction with physiotherapists, and my passion for working with people has confirmed that physiotherapy is where I want to be.

student-804

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I believe physician-assisted suicide can be ethically appropriate if certain conditions are met. The patient's medical condition must be deteriorating with no viable treatment options left. They should be fully informed of all alternatives, including hospice and palliative care focused on pain and symptom management. If after being provided information on and careful consideration of these options, the patient still believes physician-assisted suicide aligns with their values and preferences, their autonomy should be respected. However, it is imperative that the physician ensures the patient has full decision-making capacity and is making an informed, voluntary choice. With appropriate safeguards in place to confirm it is the patient's wish and that all alternatives have been explored, physician-assisted suicide could be conducted ethically in specific end-of-life care scenarios. The key is prioritizing patient autonomy based on fully informed consent.

student-775

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As part of this advocacy group, I believe everyone's opinions should be valued, so we must emphasize not routinely dismissing others' ideas. I would have a private, non-accusatory conversation with this student to understand their perspective on why they feel their ideas require more attention. While acknowledging their ideas may be great, I would explain the importance of collaborating towards our shared goal, as teamwork enables greater success. If they still choose to leave after this discussion where I had no ill intent and simply sought the group's betterment, I would reach out and reiterate that I only want what is best for the group. If there is still no understanding, unfortunately we may have to move forward without them. But hopefully the group is stronger overall by upholding respect for all members' contributions.

student-733

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The issue here is that if she continues this behavior, she will likely get an undeserved high grade, which is unfair to other students. However, I understand the pressures she faces to get a high GPA for medical school admission. I would approach her privately in a non-confrontational manner to gather more information on her motivations. If it was solely to get a high GPA, I would explain that this dishonest approach is unacceptable, but offer to help her find other interesting courses instead. If she agrees, I would gladly assist in finding an alternative. If she declines, I would urge her to confess to the professor so he can make appropriate adjustments. And if she refuses, I would inform the professor myself. I would apologize to her, but explain I must act with integrity. This allows us to maintain academic honesty while making an ethical decision before she improperly benefits.

student-723

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In this complex situation, I would aim to uphold academic integrity while remaining mindful of my friend's perspective. Since the semester has ended and grades finalized, I would have a private conversation to educate them on why their behavior was problematic and posed an unfair advantage. If they recognize the issue, I would hope we could approach the professor to disclose the misconduct and face the consequences, hopefully preventing future occurrences. I would also consult other friends to gain additional perspectives on addressing this ethically. My priorities are being transparent regarding the inappropriate actions while also guiding my friend with compassion to take responsibility. This maintains academic honesty while supporting their moral development. Through open dialogue and accountability, we can transform this lapse in judgement into a learning experience for growth.

student-745

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In this complex situation, I would make remaining unbiased and not pre-judging a priority before taking action. I would have one-on-one conversations with my mother and father separately to better understand their perspectives. Using those insights, I would then speak to my sister and brother-in-law to hear their thoughts and stance, since ultimately it is their family and decision. I would offer support, whether financially, emotionally, or by guiding them through the process. My role is to assist my sister and brother-in-law with whatever they decide in the end, after thoroughly listening to all sides without judgment. By seeking to comprehend each perspective, I can provide the most meaningful support to my sister during this challenging situation, while still respecting her autonomy in choosing the path forward.

student-744

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I agree this problematic behavior cannot be justified despite Dr. A's strong surgical outcomes. Fostering disrespect erodes team cohesion, which harms care quality. If staff feel constantly disrespected, they will be less motivated, compromising patient outcomes. Allowing this culture risks trainees emulating such conduct, propagating disrespectful patterns. Treating patients dismissively dehumanizes them, infringing on their rights and dignity. Research shows dehumanization impairs care. Though Dr. A's individual metrics are strong, condoning this behavior will enable greater harm long-term. A disrespectful environment will breed future disrespectful practitioners, eventually degrading care for countless patients. While short-term surgical results matter, the downstream effects of normalized mistreatment pose too great a risk. Upholding patient dignity and nurturing collaborative team cultures must remain paramount. Overall, Dr. A's pattern of disrespect cannot be justified solely by immediate outcomes, as it threatens patient wellbeing and staff integrity in the long run.

student-828

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So my understanding of this question is that I'm being asked if it's ethical for a physician to be sexually involved with a patient who initiated or consented to the initial contact. On one hand, I understand that this is a private matter and their personal life shouldn't be scrutinized. However, on the other hand, I think that physicians are in positions of authority, and an intimate relationship can definitely affect patient care. So I think that as a physician, it is their responsibility to really separate their private and personal life from their professional duties. My stance on this would be that if a physician does become sexually involved with a patient, then out of concern for the patient and to maintain quality care, the physician should no longer be their primary caregiver if they want to continue the relationship. However, if they're no longer in a direct patient-physician role and it's no longer a professional relationship, then it could be ethical. As long as the physician is directly caring for the patient, an intimate relationship is not appropriate, because there is an inherent power dynamic that could reduce care quality and be unethical. In medicine, it's not outlandish to imagine situations where physicians need to evaluate how their personal matters and conflicts of interest can negatively impact their provision of quality care. It's really important in these situations for physicians to maintain professionalism, recognize when a personal relationship becomes a conflict of interest, and know when to refrain from actions that could impact their decision-making. Physicians need to be aware of when they should separate their personal and professional lives, or take steps to address any entanglement.

student-713

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I believe the issue of medical programs mandating a 2-3 year stay in rural northern Ontario is very important. The shortage of physicians in rural areas remains an ongoing debate that needs immediate attention, primarily due to the difficulty rural residents face accessing quality care amidst staffing shortages. In my opinion, integrating this mandatory rural stint after graduation could have both positives and negatives. First, it would significantly increase the physician presence in these areas. However, it risks physicians leaving to return to urbanized cities or suburbs nearer their families once the stint ends. This could cause physician numbers to spike then plummet. There's no guarantee of retention past 2-3 years. Yet some may find rural practice unexpectedly rewarding and remain. Overall, predicting an individual physician's actions is difficult given personal circumstances. Healthcare costs could also fluctuate if physician turnover is high, as lower staffing often increases prices. However, a continuous influx, even if temporary, can positively impact rural infrastructure and policies by adding expertise. In summary, the long-term implications past 2-3 years are uncertain. Further research into effective, sustainable solutions for rural retention is needed. While complex with many factors, deeper investigation and resources could drive real improvements in rural care. Mandated rural stints could help but require careful implementation to avoid instability.

student-762

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In this complex situation, I would balance respecting the individual's autonomy and recognizing their maturity while adhering to the research team's legal and ethical practices. If the team or local law requires adult consent from someone 18 or older, I would need to explain that to the individual. I would emphasize that I acknowledge their circumstances but must fulfill my obligations by following regulations. This upholds fairness while minimizing harm. My role requires navigating between compassion for their situation and compliance with laws and protocols. I would aim for transparency regarding the consent requirements while validating their capability as much as possible within appropriate boundaries.

student-742

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In comparing laughter to medicine, the main point is to emphasize the vital role emotions play in people's health. No matter your medical expertise or technological proficiency, a crucial aspect is empathy. Being able to express kindness, care, and positive emotions through smiling, welcoming body language, and laughter is key - especially with distressed populations like children in healthcare settings. The statement underscores the significance of emotions, which I hope to apply in my medical career. Medical knowledge is important, but emotional intelligence and the ability to connect matter immensely too. This reminder to incorporate compassion and positivity will guide me as I work to improve patients' wellbeing.

student-729

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Patient confidentiality ensures everything the patient tells a clinician is held in confidence. The patient-physician relationship can be strained without trust between them. Having confidentiality breeds trust. As a patient, I wouldn't feel comfortable sharing personal information if it would be shared. Confidentiality makes people feel comfortable opening up - they wouldn't tell these things to others if it could spread. It's so important for trust and the physician-patient relationship. It also fosters patient autonomy, which is important in Canadian healthcare. Ensuring the patient controls what they share is key. As a physician, you need to try to get all relevant information, and patients may not be comfortable telling certain things to family/friends, so they need someone trusted to open up to. That's why it's important never to break confidentiality, unless the patient is at risk of harming themselves or others. If they say something alarming, you have a duty to ensure they get resources needed and involve others to solve the situation delicately. Personally in my clinical experience I haven't had to break confidentiality. My interactions were preparing patients for appointments, performing ECGs, explaining the test - nothing too personal. I have dealt with confidentiality on an engineering team for a satellite launch. We had sensitive design information and signed an NDA. It was tricky later when applying for jobs and wanting to discuss the experience but needing to word things carefully under the NDA. So while I haven't broken confidentiality myself, it's a difficult situation and I recognize the challenges in maintaining it while also caring for patients. But it is foundational to build that trust.

student-814

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In 8th grade, my elementary school basketball team was preparing for the regional tournament, which would be my final year at that school. As the team's leading scorer and offensive facilitator, a lot of pressure was on me to lead us to the championship. While I was confident in my abilities, I also knew the competition we would face. The day before the tournament, I was suddenly overcome with doubt about whether I could effectively marshal my teammates to play their roles and win. A big reason was that I wasn't very good at motivational speeches. I preferred to lead by example through my play. I knew I had to give some kind of speech to set the tone, but I struggled mightily to come up with anything good enough. The morning of the tournament, I still didn't have a plan and wondered if I would give a speech at all. But I knew my team needed that spark. So before our first game, I gathered everyone and gave a short, 1-minute speech. I clearly communicated our goal to win the championship and laid out how each player would contribute based on their strengths. I said I would lead the scoring and create opportunities for them. We didn't win the tournament, losing in the finals. But I was proud of what we accomplished against tough competition. A big factor was me overcoming self-doubt to motivate my team. What enabled me to push past the doubt was recalling positive moments of camaraderie with my teammates. Seeing our less experienced players score late in games reminded me of our strengths. Those memories motivated me to give the speech that ultimately helped lead us to the finals. Whenever self-doubt creeps in about your leadership abilities, remember your strengths and find ways to mitigate weaknesses. Focusing on past successes can help overcome doubt to make a difference. For me, that was the key to performing well under pressure.

student-771

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Throughout my life, I have helped care for my dad who has multiple sclerosis. His condition started worsening when I was around four or five years old, so I began assisting him at a young age. This experience has greatly developed my empathy. Even when my dad didn't explicitly ask for help, I could sense what he needed whether it was getting comfortable in bed, sitting up properly, or getting a glass of water. I learned to pay close attention to pick up on nonverbal cues. Through caring for my dad, I've become very attuned to others' health struggles and can truly empathize with their situations. There were also times when my dad's condition affected his mental health. During these difficult periods, I made an effort to communicate with him, show empathy, and reassure him that there is more to enjoy in life. He has told me this support helped tremendously, and now he is much happier and positive. I love bringing smiles to people's faces, so making my dad laugh and boosting his spirits is very rewarding. This experience taught me the importance of being there for others because you never know the impact your words and actions may have. I've learned to balance my own needs with caring for loved ones. As a future medical student, these skills of empathy, communication, and trust-building will be invaluable in developing rapport with patients. When patients feel heard, understood, and able to trust their provider, they are more likely to follow treatment recommendations. My lifelong experience caring for my dad has prepared me well for relating to future patients with compassion.

student-776

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Hi Jason, I wanted to come over and check in on you. I know how hardworking you are and am aware you are applying to medical school and can imagine how difficult these past few weeks have been. I wanted to ask how you are doing and whether there is anything I can assist you with. I don't want you to fall behind in class and our professor is worried about your attendance. Perhaps we could write him an email together explaining the stress you are under and he may be able to help you by giving extensions or allowing me to bring your work to you. I could also help you find some resources or tools to manage your stress, such as mindfulness exercises or making a scheduled plan. My goal is to support you during this challenging time - please let me know how I can help.

student-718

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Deciding to pursue medicine and become a doctor is a big decision and it requires a lot of effort and takes a lot of time. I have thought very carefully about why I want to be a doctor and I have three main reasons. First, I want to be a lifelong learner. I chose to study at the University of Toronto for my undergraduate degree, particularly in neuroscience, because the field is so broad, there are so many different directions you can go with it. I was able to learn from some of the leading researchers in the field at the University of Toronto. Even after I finished my program requirements and could have just taken easier electives for the rest of my degree, I chose to pursue extra courses at the higher levels, like 400 and 300 level, because I'm really passionate about education. I want to learn as much as I can, and I even took six courses a semester, which is more than usually considered full time, because I wanted to get the most out of the education offered by the University of Toronto and learn as much as I can while enrolled there. Being a doctor is one of the only careers where you get to be a student forever, and you also get to apply your knowledge every single day, which is not something that many other academics get to do. So this is one of the main reasons why I would like to be a doctor. Second, I love forming relationships with people and maintaining them over a long period of time. Even just in the past year where I've been working and volunteering at the same hospital, I've been able to see the same patients every week for a year. It has been so rewarding and fulfilling to be able to see their progress and be able to contribute to their care every week. I think that this is a very unique opportunity. While some other members of the healthcare team are able to form some sort of lifelong relationship with patients like therapists or maybe nurse practitioners, physicians get to do this the most and to the highest level of depth, and you really get to know your patients. I am a person who loves human connection, and I love being able to help people and see their progress as I help them. So being a doctor would allow me to do this every day. Lastly, I'm really passionate about advocating for equal access to health care and equal quality of health care, regardless of one's socioeconomic, cultural or racial background. Currently, I do see some gaps in this. In Canada, even in the place where I volunteered, I found that many of the programs offered were Western-centric and didn't provide as much benefit to patients from Asia, Africa and other parts of the world. For example, I was once shadowing an occupational therapist who was teaching an elderly man with a TBI how to use the kitchen with a walker. Unfortunately, they didn't have the abrasive spices and ingredients that he would normally use at home. Instead, they had eggs, which he actually couldn't eat. So I used my knowledge of Asian culture because of my own background to try and figure out what kind of ingredients he uses in his household. We tried to simulate that with whatever we had, but obviously it wasn't an exact match, and it would have been more helpful to have a wider array of ingredients available. Another example is when doing music therapy, they would often play songs more popular in America and Canada, but not other areas. So when I see Asian patients, I try to ask them what kind of music they're used to listening to, and encourage the music therapist to play music similar to that, so it's more culturally relevant. So I think being a physician is the only profession where I could be a lifelong learner who advocates for people's health and forms lifelong relationships with patients. That is why I want to be a doctor.

student-805

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This is a tricky situation as I understand both sides of the family, and it's a very big decision that will impact many people including the family and baby. I grasp the father's perspective - if she proceeds, she can focus on her career and provide financially for the family. I also see the mother's concern about potential health risks to the baby from in vitro fertilization. I would first approach the older sister privately and non-confrontationally to gather more details on her motivations. I would suggest she research the scenario further to make a more informed choice. I would urge her to consult others she cares about for input. I would offer to help care for the baby if she decides to proceed. This allows us to come to a thoughtful decision while exploring options and impacts. By gathering more information and perspectives, we can support her through an ethical process to reach the best outcome.

student-725

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I think there are several potential ethical issues in this scenario that should be addressed. The first step would be to speak privately with the attending physician, in a respectful manner, after the exam. I would start by asking if the patient consented to having students present for the intimate exam. Even if consent was obtained, I felt the patient looked uncomfortable when asked to lift her shirt with us in the room. Sensitive exams require direct consent from the patient, which wasn't clearly obtained here. I would explain my perspective - that getting the patient's explicit consent and ensuring her comfort should be the priority. However, I would listen openly if the attending has a different viewpoint, given their greater experience. If we cannot agree, I may need to raise the issue to a supervisor, as a last resort. As a student, I have limited power in this situation. If I felt very uncomfortable with the lack of consent and wished to leave but was refused, that would compound the ethical issues. My goal would be to have an open discussion and come to an understanding, so the patient's preferences regarding consent and privacy are respected in the future. This protects her dignity while also upholding ethical standards in medicine.

student-772

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If the club covers the full costs for only three people, the other members may perceive preferential treatment, which could negatively impact working relationships within the club. We could split the money so everyone's expenses are partially covered, but some members may still be unable to afford the trip. To try to cover more costs for everyone, I would propose a fundraiser. Whatever money we raise could help offset more of the trip expenses per person. This approach demonstrates fairness by providing support based on participation rather than favoritism. It also fosters teamwork as members work together toward the common goal of making the trip accessible to all.

student-727

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This is a difficult situation because as a physician, I always want to ensure that the patient, whoever they're associated with, is experiencing and having competent care, but also that they feel comfortable with the care that they are given. For them to feel uncomfortable is an injustice. As a physician, I would first in this situation, if they're talking to the supervisor, ask the supervisor if they would be comfortable enough meeting with me again. If they are, I would say that as a physician, my primary responsibility is towards the patient. I will do whatever I can in my power to ensure that your patient care experience is as comfortable as possible. I would ask if they're willing to meet with me in order to discuss how we can improve this relationship and what I can do to ensure that the patient is not only fully autonomous but is receiving competent and comfortable care. If they are comfortable enough meeting with me, then I would meet with the patient and their family. I would say to the family that I will do whatever I can in my power to ensure that you receive competent and comfortable care. I would address any concerns that they may have. I would ask if they were willing to continue with me as a physician, and if they believed that even though I address these issues, if they believed that they would have a more comfortable care experience with someone else, I would put them in contact with another physician, or I would ask my supervisor to put them in contact with another physician. Although in a perfect world, if I was being completely objective and there weren't any issues with the care, then I would want to continue with them being their physician. But if they believe they'd be more comfortable with someone else, the primary responsibility as a healthcare provider is that you give your patients the most comfortable experience that they can have. I would ensure that they are with a physician which can provide them with the care and comfort that they require.

student-819

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In this complex scenario, I would aim to balance public safety and the autonomy of elderly drivers. As someone living with grandparents, I understand the importance of independent transportation for convenience and self-reliance. However, certain health conditions associated with aging may pose risks. Rather than broad bans, I believe driving ability should be assessed case-by-case, perhaps with annual check-ins. This upholds seniors' freedom while addressing concerns. Driving represents vital independence for many older adults. At the same time, declining visual, cognitive or physical health could endanger others if not evaluated properly. Individualized assessments seem the fairest compromise between maintaining autonomy and ensuring road safety. With a thoughtful system of evaluation, we can preserve mobility and dignity for seniors while protecting the broader public.

student-753

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I think this is a very important question, especially nowadays, when there are a lot of causes that are worth fighting for. I think being a physician or doctor, or any sort of medical degree, puts you in a position of authority and power in today's society. Being a clinician is a pretty well respected profession. A lot of what doctors say has a lot of sway in the public eye just because of the education that doctors go through and the innate feeling of trust that we're supposed to have in medical providers. So I think with that comes a lot of responsibility on ensuring that we are educating the public on matters of importance and ensuring that we are using our voices to make a difference, not just in the lives of clients or patients, but also in the general public. Because of this innate responsibility as medical professionals, we can also reflect back on some of the canons medical practitioners are supposed to follow, one of them being an advocate for patients and for people in your community. I think that medical students and physicians have a really strong role in activism as long as it doesn't conflict with the ability to provide care to patients and doesn't increase disparities between marginalized populations. As long as the activism is for a good cause, I think that we have a role in using our knowledge base. Healthcare providers are part of an interconnected team of specialists, and I think using that network is a very important thing to do. For me personally, I think there's always a place for activism, regardless of what profession you're in. This past summer, I was able to work with a lot of hospital lab employees, not necessarily medical practitioners, but those working in the core labs, working on blood, urine, specimen samples. I was working for a manufacturing research position that was in partnership with Hamilton Health Sciences, and we were able to talk to a lot of employees and get their opinions on their work environment and things that weren't very ergonomic or things that could be improved to help reduce workplace injuries in the future. By giving these employees a voice, we were able to advocate for them and focus our projects on creating a better work environment for them. I think that's a really niche take on activism just because you're not working with a very marginalized population, but you are working with people whose lives could be improved. And I think workers having a say in their work environment is important across the board, regardless of what work condition you're in. I think activism is a really important thing, especially if it shows your commitment to your community. If you are working with a marginalized population, I think if you don't advocate for that population outside of work, it doesn't bring you as close to the population you're caring for as it should. Because physicians tend to be in a position of power, they tend to be higher status just because of the nature of the profession. I think that everyone in those kinds of situations should be advocating for those with less fortunate situations. That's just my take on it.

student-820

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I once had a family funeral happening at the same time as a basketball game where I was team captain. I chose to go to the game instead of attending the funeral with my mom, even though it was for a relative she was close to and she wanted my support. When I got home, I realized this was the wrong decision and felt terrible that my mom went through it alone when I could have been there for her. From that experience, I learned I need to prioritize and sacrifice for what's truly important, even if it's difficult. As a doctor, you sometimes have to sacrifice personal time to provide the best care for patients. Having compassion will help not only as a physician, but in all aspects of life. It builds character, integrity, respect, and love for others. My goal is remembering to put people first, as I should have done by being there for my mom during her time of need.

student-735

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One time I disappointed my parents was when they asked me to pick up my sister from soccer practice. Both my parents were at work and had entrusted me with this responsibility. However, instead of diligently following through, I got distracted by other less urgent priorities like schoolwork and texting friends. As a result, my sister was left waiting alone at the field with no ride. My parents were very let down that I did not fulfill my duty responsibly. In hindsight, I should have prioritized better. The other tasks could have waited, but getting my sister on time was truly important. I learned an important lesson about setting the right priorities and fulfilling my obligations, especially when relying on me. Moving forward, I aim to match my actions to what matters most rather than getting distracted. I continue to feel regretful about that incident, but it helped reinforce values of responsibility and diligence that guide me today.

student-756

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Having volunteered in a long-term care home, I understand the difficulty this situation poses, having witnessed patients pass away. While fulfilling your duties, you must remain mindful and empathetic on this sensitive topic. I would approach the family privately in a comfortable setting to offer emotional support and resources. I would also take time to reflect on my own feelings, as this is distressing for staff too. Practicing self-care and speaking with other healthcare practitioners to address my needs is important. My goal is providing compassionate care for the grieving family while recognizing the emotional toll on myself and taking steps to manage that burden as well. This requires an empathetic approach for the family combined with conscious efforts to tend to my own wellbeing during an extremely difficult time.

student-741

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Physicians are very important in their role of educating the general public about topics in healthcare. This was very evident during the COVID-19 pandemic when there was a lot of misinformation being spread and many people were misinformed about the virus, vaccines, and healthcare in general. There is so much misinformation on the Internet that spreads quickly. I believe physicians are a vital resource and tool for educating the general public about healthcare topics. This is especially true when physicians can make evidence-based claims using research, either their own or others'. Physicians are specifically trained in healthcare, learning anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and other fundamental medical sciences. I think it's a very important role for physicians to use their position and knowledge to educate the general public. If some people don't believe or understand them, it's important to provide information in words a general audience can understand, whether they have medical education or not. Physicians should explain details and provide evidence about healthcare topics using language everyone can grasp. Sometimes, unfortunately, people have preconceptions and don't believe what physicians say. As a physician, it's important to aim to give a lot of information to provide that healthcare resource to people. It's up to them whether they accept and understand that information. Even with strong evidence, some may not want to believe the same thing. That's okay. I think a physician's role stops there - you can give education, guidance and resources but never force someone to believe as you do. Overall, I believe educating the general public about healthcare topics is a vital role for physicians.

student-715

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This is a difficult situation, as the athlete plans to use prohibited anabolic steroids to train for competition. However, my role as this family's physician is to provide the best care regardless of circumstances. I would first have a private conversation asking what he knows about steroid use - both medically and in terms of athletic consequences. It's important to ensure he fully comprehends the potential long-term health risks that could hinder his quality of life. This conversation can create an open environment for him to ask questions and voice concerns, which I would try to answer or consult a specialist if needed. By establishing this relationship and addressing his questions, I aim to create a space where he knows I want to help. As his longtime physician with knowledge of his history, I would share that I'm willing to continue treating him. If he proceeds with steroids, I would monitor his health impacts - though ethically complex, it's key as a physician to approach with an open mind to provide the best care. While steroid use may be prohibited and concerning, my priority is this patient's well-being. By having an open dialogue, I can ensure he makes an informed choice and feels comfortable coming to me for care, even if I cannot condone his actions.

student-767

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This is clearly a very challenging situation with multiple perspectives to consider. First, I would try to understand each person's reasoning and motivations. I would meet privately with our mother, who opposes the in vitro fertilization, to understand her concerns in a non-judgmental way. Perhaps she feels the process of using a surrogate in India is unethical. I would listen openly, while not validating or invalidating her views. Next, I would speak to my sister to understand why she wants to pursue IVF and confirm she has thoroughly considered the pros, cons and alternatives. While staying at work during pregnancy is a consideration, this is ultimately about starting a family, so I would want to ensure she has reflected deeply on her choice. As her brother, if after careful thought my sister feels IVF is the right decision for her, I would support her as an adult capable of making her own choices, regardless of our parents' conflicting views. I would try to bring everyone together to discuss perspectives openly and foster understanding. My role is to be a neutral party helping my sister feel empowered in her decision-making, while also respecting our parents have strong feelings from places of care and concern. This is a complex situation with emotional nuance around family, career and ethics. Through open communication, hopefully common ground can be found.

student-773

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I currently live with my grandparents and use a car provided by my dad for transportation to university - a privilege I really appreciate. However, about a year ago I was in a minor accident with friends late one night after an exam when we went out to celebrate. At first I was hesitant since I prefer early nights, but agreed to bond with them. Telling my family breached their trust, as they disapprove of me being out late. They felt I misused the car they provided for my education. Breaking this news and their disappointment was deeply upsetting. The situation was difficult, but I've persevered and things have improved. Looking back, I should have considered my family's wishes over my friends' social plans. My education is the priority they had in mind for the car, not late nights out. I regret the mistake in judgement, but I continue to work hard in my studies to honor their support. I remain grateful for the opportunity I have been given. The accident reinforced the importance of responsibility in upholding my family's trust.

student-757

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A few years ago, my extended family took a trip to my uncle's secluded lake cottage in Torber Morris, Ontario. We hadn't seen each other in a while, so it was a nice chance to reconnect. There were three families staying in the fairly spacious but isolated cottage. One night, the parents realized we were low on groceries and decided to go buy snacks so we could watch a movie later. Everyone left and I was alone in the pitch dark cottage. I tried to stay calm but was definitely afraid being there by myself. The nearest neighbor was kilometers away, so I had no way to walk anywhere at night. After about an hour, I suddenly saw a light through the living room window and heard footsteps. My heart started pounding and I couldn't breathe. I didn't know who could be out there and what might happen. I jumped up from the couch and cautiously looked out the window. To my enormous relief, it was just the parents returning! This was a terrifying moment, amplified by the remote setting. Being alone in the cottage far from anyone else made every sound seem threatening. While very scary in the moment, it ended up being nothing. But it gave me a lasting appreciation for how isolation can heighten fear and make the imagination run wild.

student-780

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Growing up as an immigrant, I've noticed healthcare disparities. In Palestine, my brother has diabetes and asthma, requiring frequent hospital visits. Despite limited supplies, doctors did everything to make us feel safe and reassure us of quality care. After immigrating to Canada, we had plentiful resources but faced cultural and language barriers. As I learned English, I translated between doctors and my parents. Though challenged, physicians welcomed us, guided us to resources, and brought in Arabic speakers to ensure excellent care for my brother. Later, working with patients myself, I strived to implement the same compassionate approach I had experienced. By listening empathetically and understanding obstacles to care, I could help vulnerable patients feel heard. Oftentimes, they simply need someone to listen. As a physician, this compassion is so important. Shadowing doctors, I've seen their leadership role on the healthcare team, delegating tasks and making final calls. Their long-term guidance through patients' journeys also resonated with me. I aim to provide that ongoing medical and emotional support to create lasting change. Advocating for patients while solving complex cases over many years embodies my goals as a physician. My experiences navigating disparities as an immigrant exposed me to physician practices that resonated deeply - patient-centered care and lifelong dedication. These inspire me to pursue medicine to listen to, support, and empower patients in overcoming any barriers on the path to health.

student-750

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Leadership and communication skills are invaluable for healthcare providers. In my experience, the ability to communicate effectively engenders trust and rapport with patients. Skilled communicators can understand patients’ perspectives and establish meaningful relationships. Early in my volunteering at a family clinic, I recognized a need for better teamwork among volunteers. At first, we barely knew each other’s names. I decided to hold a meeting for us to introduce ourselves, share experiences, and align on how to collaborate productively. Although we each had leadership abilities, bringing them together enabled joint decision-making and unity. After coming together as a team, we worked much more efficiently. One doctor even noticed the dramatic improvement in our teamwork. We created a “code blue” to call for assistance when needed. Our meetings enabled understanding of each role, and incorporating our strengths allowed effective collaboration. Developing our individual leadership skills while also bonding as a unit was deeply inspiring. This experience showed me the tremendous value of communication, leadership, and teamwork in healthcare roles. It is something I will carry forward in my career.

student-786

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So why do I want to be a doctor? Well, there are many reasons why I want to be a doctor, but I'm going to tell you a bit about my experiences in the past that really made me want to become a doctor and really motivated me. Ever since I was born, I've had to help my father with his condition, which is multiple sclerosis, and it's always been pretty bad. I've always had to be there for him and to be empathetic towards his situation. It really helped me develop communication skills, but also empathy. Before I could even say something or say what made him uncomfortable, or if he needed to be repositioned in his bed, or if he needed a glass of water, I could just always read his thoughts and I could just feel what he was feeling and provide the necessary care. I could just see, for example, and notice things and I just knew that he needed something. It also contributed to bettering my communication skills because I could just talk to him about how he's feeling and I've always had to reassure him and make him know that it's always going to get better and that he's not alone in this. So I've had to offer a lot of reassurance also. Well, it's part of my day to day life, so I know what it's like to take care of someone. I know what it's like to be in a bit of a medical environment and as I said, it's always been part of my life and so it does not stress me, it does not disturb me. It's actually something I love doing. I love being there for him and being able to just put a smile on his face in any way I can. If it's by giving him a glass of water, then I'm very happy to do so. As I said, I've been there for him and showed empathy and told him that I'm always there for him. Also, when I was little, I had a huge accident with my right arm. After the surgery, I remember speaking with the doctors and they were laughing and they were really making me happy. They teased me a bit about the situation and it just put a smile on my face and it really made me happy and made me laugh. I just realized at that time that it's really who I wanted to be in life, that my goal in life was to just be able to put a smile on people's faces and just seeing people happy is what makes me happy. I felt comfortable, I felt not alone, I felt surrounded and I felt like I could trust them. That's another point I want to mention. It's that I've always gained people's trust easily. So I'm someone that people can count on and I've always gained their trust and for me that's really important. I like being someone who's trustworthy and just so that I can be able to help them, to help them. I also love interacting with other people, I love being social and I really learned a lot about myself and to interact with other people really makes me happy. Also in a more academic aspect. Well, I've always liked the biology course and when I was little I always had this book. It was very interactive and it was about the human body and I remember falling asleep with it every day. I also have a very analytical brain and I love solving issues and problems and it's something that's fun to me but I also always like to understand what's happening before solving a problem but I usually always come to a solution. I also have critical thinking which really helps me in situations and I think it's essential to be a doctor and to analyze things. I'm also very calm, I love reassuring people, I think it's really important to do so. I love offering a calm presence to people so that they feel safe and comfortable with me.

student-798

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The issue is that without participants, we won't obtain reliable vaccine results. However, that doesn't mean I or anyone should hastily take an unproven vaccine just because I'm an administrator. I would need to review policies to ethically proceed. Has this vaccine been through animal trials and shown safe for human testing? If not, I would not take it or administer it to others, as that could cause harm. However, if it has successfully passed initial safety studies, we would need to enroll participants in clinical trials under careful oversight. I could enroll myself to ethically test the vaccine's effects, but would not take an untested vaccine randomly. My role is ensuring we follow rigorous scientific protocols to safely develop and evaluate this vaccine prior to any deployment.

student-736

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In this situation, I would carefully weigh the potential outcomes of a liver transplant for both patients. For the 64-year-old alcoholic, there is some uncertainty whether they would adhere to post-transplant treatments and lifestyle changes needed to maintain health. In contrast, the younger mother of three may have greater probability of benefit and compliance. Age is a factor, as the mother has more expected years of life ahead. There are also consequences for her children if she does not survive. However, if I could speak to the alcoholic and feel confident they would commit to sobriety and medical care, I would likely select them for transplant. Adherence is the key factor. I'd want to know the duration of alcoholism and any history of prior treatments failed due to non-compliance. If the alcoholic has repeatedly been non-adherent, I would select the mother to receive the liver. Her age and responsibility to her children tip the balance. But with demonstrated commitment to treatment from the alcoholic, I would support transplanting them over the slightly younger candidate. The decision rests significantly on my assessment of postoperative compliance to ensure success.

student-783

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All right, so the question is, if I was on the admissions committee, what would be the most important thing I would look for in a candidate? I think the most important attribute to become a doctor is actually empathy. So I will really want to look for an empathic person because if people are not empathetic and they become doctors, then patients can be really upset, they can be angry towards the physician and the physician just won't understand what's going on. Also, if they don't deliver news in an empathic manner or if they don't feel for the patient, then I think it can really damage the trust relationship that the patient has with the physician and overall just damage the patient's treatment. I also think that a doctor's job is to do the most good and the least harm. And if they're not empathetic, then I think it would eventually just hurt the patient more than do good because they won't feel respected, they won't feel like their feelings matter, they won't feel like their feelings are taken into consideration and they'll just feel like an object to the physician. So I think that's really important. I would also look for candidates who have good communication skills because I think it's important for a doctor to be able to communicate clearly and also simply what the diagnosis is so that the patient understands exactly what he will be going through. So yes, I think those are two very important factors. Also, I think one of the most important things is to be motivated to become a doctor. Because I think that if future physicians don't want to go into medicine and they're only forced to by their parents or they feel social pressure, then I think it can actually be really harmful to the patients and society in general, because physicians, like I said before, have to be empathetic, have to have good communication. But they also need to want to do this because this is a very stressful, I think, job, and it requires a lot of dedication and a lot of university time. And I think that if you're not motivated enough, it will actually make you become a more frustrated person. And no patient likes a frustrated doctor because it's easy for a patient to know when the doctor is actually annoyed with you or disrespects you or does not value you. So I think if you don't want to go into medicine, then it's probably the worst career path you could take if you're not sure of what you want to do because there are so many important things to look for before being a doctor. That's pretty much it. But I would also never neglect anyone in the admissions process because I think that everyone has their own skill set to show and to put forward. And even though I said what I thought were the most important attributes, I would also consider many others. And I would also let the interviewees surprise me. And if I find something that I find particularly interesting or a characteristic trait of a person that I think would make a good doctor, then I would not hesitate to take that person into the university.

student-799

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As frustrating as it might be to hear a parent does not want to vaccinate their newborn, I believe the parent is still responsible for making that decision for their child. The newborn cannot be considered a mature minor to make decisions, so it is up to the parent. However, I would still do everything in my power to try to convince the parents to vaccinate. I would ask to meet with them and say I understand their concern - there is a lot of misinformation out there and it can be hard to discern reality from folly. I would tell them the facts honestly - vaccinating their newborn will significantly reduce the chance of developing the disease. If after hearing the facts they still believe their newborn should not be vaccinated, then I have to listen to the parents' choice, because they are making the decision for the child. I would need to let the parents decide what is best for their child.

student-816

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In this airplane scenario, my first approach would be to politely communicate with the parent and see if they could possibly switch seats with their screaming baby. If that doesn't work, I would offer to change my own seat as an alternative solution. This reminds me of a time during clinical experience when an elderly male patient was giving the receptionists a hard time about long wait times. Since the providers were very busy, I stepped out of my comfort zone as a volunteer with no patient experience and approached the man myself to try and calm the situation. I engaged him in civil conversation, acknowledged his frustration, and asked some questions about his concerns. Though initially still upset, he soon relaxed and we were able to connect on a human level. By the time providers were available, he had completely calmed down and thanked me as he left. Similarly here, though screaming babies can be grating, I would empathize with the stressed parent. If the noise became too much, I would politely communicate and try to find a mutually agreeable solution, whether that's them moving or me switching seats. The priority is addressing the issue compassionately through open communication and perspective taking.

student-787

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When I was younger, I tried out for many soccer teams but could never make it. The players treated me poorly, saying I wasn't good enough and making fun of me. At the time, I felt disrespected without understanding their perspective. The kids may not have known how to properly treat others and thought it was a joke. What I really gained from that situation is more significant than their actions. I learned to never give up. I kept going and eventually made a soccer team. This experience applies to becoming a doctor. There will be many hard times, so you must keep trying even when you lack confidence. Perseverance will make you a great physician able to provide excellent care. While the teasing was difficult, it taught me an important lesson that guides me to this day - never quit in pursuit of your goals.

student-724

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This past summer, I had the opportunity to work in landscape construction as a laborer, my first job of this kind. I felt nervous starting out. When I couldn't find retail or similar roles, I took a chance on this position given my active interests. On my first day, it was an emotional toll and I doubted myself, having never done manual labor before. It gave me empathy for those doing this daily. Waking at 6am and working to 6pm was grueling. But I persevered by learning from others, utilizing resources, and pushing through. I stuck with it for a few months. While challenging being new to this work, it was a growth experience. Stepping outside my comfort zone built resilience and appreciation for the hard work done by trade professionals who perform these demanding jobs every day. In the end, I'm grateful to have developed new skills and insights.

student-747

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In this situation, it's important to recognize that both participants are looking to win, yet there can only be one winner - which poses a big issue since the applicants appear equally strong. However, gathering more information about each project could reveal differences. For example, they may have different motivations or thought processes behind their projects. Although the content seems equally good, the reasoning and potential impact could differentiate the two. Furthermore, if one project is more organized or addresses a more recent problem, it may be better to choose that one since it is more current. Even if the presentations themselves are equal in the judges' eyes, exploring the projects more deeply could reveal compelling reasons to choose one over the other.

student-761

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From what I understand in the prompt, I'm a physician. A 16 year old patient comes to me and wants a specific procedure. Her parents are in disagreement with that procedure. I'm kind of asked, who do I have to listen to in this situation? This is actually a very difficult situation. The ethical dilemma is here on think. First is autonomy versus being able to make a well informed decision and regarding the family's dynamic. Before I say what I would do, there's many perspectives I have to look at. At first there's a perspective of the patient, the 16 year old. Then there's a perspective of the family as well. And the last perspective is the perspective of the physician with the relationship with both the family and the patient. I'm going to discuss a bit of pros and cons within each perspective. In the perspective of the patient, the patient comes to the physician with trust. They come with, I don't know what the procedure is. This can be a life changing procedure. It can be a procedure that can enhance confidence. It can be a procedure that can treat an illness. Depending on the situation, I think if a patient comes to you with trust, that trust should be taken without the most importance. By accepting that procedure and doing it for the 16 year old, you're allowing them to keep having that confidence of physicians. If you don't do that treatment, you can possibly hinder a future relationship with the physician because the 60 year old might be upset and might not want to seek medical attention anymore. These are important things to consider. The family's perspective, I think it's a very similar perspective to the child. I know that in most cases, a family really wants what's best for their child. I know that they're looking out for the best interest of their child. We have to understand that maybe they're scared of this procedure. Maybe they don't know what the procedure entails and what the actual reason behind why the 16 year old wants that procedure. Lastly, it's the physician. The physician, I think, in this situation has to be well informed of the decision he's taking, because he has to make sure that the patient is well informed, that the family is well informed, that he tries his best to keep the relationship as positive as possible through this whole interaction with the disagreement within the family. For what I would do, if I were to listen to the patient or the family, this is very contextual based. I have to speak with the patient. I have to determine and see if they're in the mental capacity to make such decisions on their own. I have to understand if they understand the risk and complications of the procedure. I also have to see if this is a medically necessary treatment as it might not even be medically necessary. I have to gather that information. I have to know the reasoning of why my patient wants to have this procedure and if they're in the consent, if they're in the capacity to make the decision. If I can tell they're mature enough to make that choice on their own, I don't know if there's an age of consent in Canada, but I would grant that procedure to that patient should it be legal. Now, if they're not in the capacity and they don't understand what's going on and they want to do it for unnecessary reasons and put unnecessary risk on their body, and I can cause kind of harm to them by doing this procedure, I would not offer the treatment and not because I would listen to the family, but because I don't think it's the right course of action medically. But in either case, I think the approach I would take is to see if they're well informed, if they have the capacity to make that decision. After I make that choice, regardless of the choice, I will show that I still care for the patient. I will remain as a kind of shoulder to lean on for knowledge after the procedure to give them access to post depends if it's operations like post operative care or follow up procedures or follow up visits to see if that procedure went well. I will also speak with the family and let them know why I made my choice, that I didn't just do it to undermine them, but I did it because I believe that that procedure was medically necessary and that their child had the capacity to make that choice. But in large, I would try to keep my relationship with both the patient and the family as positive as possible as this may have long term implications on them wanting to seek medical attention and it can have long term negative consequences if I don't maintain that relationship, if they trust in the medical system.

student-832

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Thank you for your question. My responsibility here remains maintaining a positive relationship with the patient and family. If this reflects on my general behavior, it could also impact coworkers and other patients. To understand the situation better, I would first approach the patient, as they are my primary concern. In a comfortable, non-confrontational setting, I would gauge how they've been feeling and if anything is bothering them about treatment or my bedside manner. I would open a conversation to discuss any concerns and assure them I welcome feedback to provide the best care possible. If the patient seems willing to talk, it would be a good opportunity to take any feedback, reflect on it, and apply strategies to better support them. I would also speak to my supervisor to understand the full situation before approaching the family, so I have information on both sides. Again, it would be a private, non-judgmental way to make them feel comfortable explaining their concerns. I want to gain feedback on how I could improve and better support their family. If I can easily fix something that would benefit the situation, I will reflect and try to implement their suggestions to support them through this open conversation. I would also gauge any underlying biases occurring on both sides, like cultural or religious differences I'm not considering, or my own biases against patients - an important self-reflection for any physician. While doing so, I might better understand the family's biases regarding my race, ethnicity, gender, etc. that impact how I implement their feedback. Most importantly, my job is ensuring patient wellbeing. I would encourage and welcome their suggestions and feedback. I would also assure them that if our dynamic is not working, I'm happy to refer them to another physician for treatment continuity, as their wellbeing is my priority. If another physician can interact more positively, I would do so. Moving forward, I would also get perspectives from other healthcare professionals.

student-824

Interview

If I've been given responsibility to mediate a conflict between two people in the next room, I would first gather as much information as possible about the situation from both parties. I would make sure to listen closely to each side with compassion, empathy, and an aim to understand both perspectives. I would then ask each party to communicate their ideal solution or outcome. My goal would be finding common ground where neither is harmed and both gain what's most important to them. While I know this isn't always possible, adequate communication and understanding could get us there. As the mediator, I could facilitate this by providing a balanced perspective and allowing each side to fully voice their ideas without interruption, coming from a place of empathy. With this understanding approach, I believe some mutual understanding could be reached.

student-763

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As the attending physician in this case, I would likely feel very uncomfortable with the profanity and anger directed at me. My first step would be to remove myself from the situation and take a moment to calm down. If possible, I would ask another attending or staff member to temporarily take over care so the patient is not neglected. Hopefully someone more detached can interact in a calmer, unbiased manner. Once I've had a chance to collect myself and be mindful, I would return to speak with the patient privately. I would talk in a calm tone, asking if they would like to voice any concerns and if there is anything I can do to help. I would be understanding that hospitalization can be an extremely stressful time, especially when dealing with significant medical issues. This may be contributing to their struggle with following advice and overall discomfort. My goal would be having an open discussion to understand their perspective, while remaining patient focused.

student-730

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This is a difficult situation since the husband is unaware. If he found out, it could damage their relationship. However, he may already know the truth. I would first approach Linda privately without her husband, since we've confirmed it's her biological son but not his. Due to confidentiality, we can only discuss with Linda initially. I would present the results and ask how she wants to proceed - if she wants me to share with her husband, I can. But ultimately, it is her decision and I would respect her preferences. If she does not want me to disclose to her husband because he is not the father, I would not do so. I have to abide by her wishes given the son is not his. My priority is having an open discussion with Linda first and then honoring her choices on how to handle this sensitive situation.

student-734

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Thank you for the question. I distinctly remember the book that initially sparked my interest in what I want to pursue later in life. It was a basic book about human anatomy that I found in 8th grade. It had transparent pages where you could go through the layers of the human body - the skeleton, muscles, and I remember reaching the nervous system and brain. I remember being stunned for a few minutes while reading because to the 13 year old I was, this fundamental brain information was magic to me. I couldn't believe what I was reading, and most of it remains magic to me today. As cheesy as it sounds, it was then that I realized I wanted to dedicate my life to studying the human body, but the brain in particular. I didn't know how or where I'd do that, just that I wanted to in some way. It wasn't until years later when my grandmother fell ill that I saw neurological symptoms firsthand. She had Parkinson's which progressed to delirium. She was hallucinating and saying things that didn't make sense. I had seen people get sick before, but never display neurological symptoms like that. It was disturbing because someone I had known for so long suddenly became someone I didn't know due to changes in her brain. It deeply affected me and remains with me. Later, I decided to shadow a neurologist to witness the field up close. The neurologist dealt with patients with various neurological symptoms. What stuck with me was the position the physician had and his ability to give hope. I think that's extremely unique to a physician's profession. Many noble professions help people, but physicians can give hope. As neuro patients, we face frightening possibilities of our illnesses erasing who we are. So seeing the physician give hope, saying "You'll still be you, you'll survive" had a profound effect. It reminded me of my grandmother and the helplessness I felt. It encouraged me that if I could one day give hope to someone like my past self, I'd be eternally grateful. It reinforced my excitement to potentially pursue neurosurgery at U of T. So in summary, that book sparked my initial interest in the brain, my grandmother's illness made it real, and seeing a neurologist give hope to patients reinforced medicine as the career path to pursue. Thank you for the question.

student-810

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This is tricky because the patient needs the medication, so it must be administered despite potential side effects. I would first research the literature to understand what other patients have experienced and how side effects were mitigated. Taking a holistic approach to understand the patient's specific needs and lifestyle is key. For example, I have stomach issues myself and make dietary and behavioral changes to alleviate problems that certain medications can exacerbate. After learning about the patient's lifestyle and listening to their concerns, I can offer tailored solutions to manage side effects. To determine if treatment is worthwhile, I would weigh the pros and cons. I would make a detailed list of the benefits and risks to inform our decision. I would also consult other doctors about their experiences managing similar cases. Most importantly, I would have an open discussion with the patient about their preferences and priorities. They have autonomy in the decision, so it must be made jointly. Ultimately, if side effects accompany a treatment that is critical for their survival, I would move forward to provide the best possible care. By researching thoroughly, listening to the patient, and weighing all factors, we can make the most ethical, personalized treatment decision.

student-726

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This complex scenario requires a sensitive and compassionate approach. I would disclose the information to both the mother and father together in a private, comfortable setting while being fully transparent, as this is something they deserve to know. However, I would deliver the distressing news with great caution and care given the serious implications for the family. I also believe the biological father should be informed so that future pregnancies are aware of potential risks. Disclosing misleading paternity results inevitably has consequences. My role is to navigate this difficult revelation empathetically and honestly. By choosing the appropriate time and manner to inform all parties, I aim to provide clarity while attempting to minimize the disruption and anguish such news may cause this family. Though painful, they deserve to know the truth.

student-752

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The core issue here is that if we don't intervene, the kids could continue assaulting this woman, which is highly unethical and dangerous. However, we need more information to properly address the situation. Some key questions: How often do these girls come by? Why are they hitting her - is the woman provoking them in some way? Is she potentially doing something illegal herself? There are a lot of unknowns to investigate first. I would approach the woman privately in a non-confrontational manner and ask for her perspective on the situation. If she reveals she is doing something illegal, I would likely have to report both parties to the proper authorities. However, if she is innocent, then we can look into reporting the assault by the girls to the police or appropriate powers, so official action can be taken. By thoughtfully intervening, we may be able to stop the assaults and protect the woman, which is an important responsibility as a bystander observing violence. But gathering more details first, rather than making assumptions, allows us to respond in the most fair, ethical manner for all involved. The goal is stopping harm while avoiding escalating the conflict further.

student-721

Interview

If I found this individual to be problematic towards myself, I might feel the need to bring this to their attention. However, if their behavior is affecting others more than myself, I would consult with them before bringing it to the individual's attention. I would want to engage in a private, open-ended dialogue to better understand their perspective. Perhaps it is a misunderstanding, or they are unaware of being stuck in their own perspective. My goal would be to kindly educate them and help them realize how their actions impact other group members and myself. If they left the group after our discussion, it would be unfortunate to lose a strong contributor. However, I would not feel at fault since I did what seemed necessary after consulting others - it would have been a collective decision. I could reach out after their departure to gain their perspective and hear their side, then potentially rectify the issue by mutually agreeing they return. Or, I may need to acknowledge and accept their departure, wish them the best, and part ways.

student-759

Interview

In this scenario, there are two key stakeholders - elderly people who want to retain their right to drive, and the general public concerned about safety. I understand regulations are in place restricting elderly drivers due to declining vision and cognition, in order to protect public safety. However, I don't believe there should be a blanket rule banning driving at a certain age. Instead, each person's abilities should be evaluated individually. For instance, if an elderly driver can pass vision and reaction time tests and appears to have sufficient cognitive function to drive safely, they should not be categorically prevented from doing so. In medicine, a tailored approach is best rather than a one-size-fits-all policy. Each patient should be assessed based on their specific circumstances and capacities. With an individualized assessment, we can balance the interests of maintaining independence for the elderly while also protecting public welfare.

student-731

Interview

In this situation with my sister, I would communicate the factors of risk and reliability to consider. There are some red flags around the health of the person receiving the embryo implantation and their capacity to sustain a pregnancy. We'd need to assess if they are being properly cared for and could provide a healthy environment for fetal development. This reminds me of an experience I had when looking to buy a cheap used car on Kijiji during a financially difficult time. At first glance, the low price seemed perfect. But when I mapped the seller's address, it was a sketchy, secluded barn rather than a house. Despite the initial appeal, observational evidence revealed too many risks and unreliability factors. So I decided not to go through with it. Similarly here, we need to carefully evaluate the safety and wellbeing of the person carrying the pregnancy before agreeing to this in vitro fertilization. Can we be fully confident this person is healthy enough to support a baby and provide proper care through gestation? The goal should be minimizing risks and maximizing the reliability of a healthy fetal environment. Just like I avoided the questionable used car purchase, proceeding requires fully addressing these concerns first.

student-781

Interview

In this complex scenario, I would assist these patients by educating and keeping them informed to promote autonomy and engagement in their treatment. The patient-doctor relationship is a two-way street requiring trust and transparency from both sides. When weighing if medication side effects are worthwhile, looking at the harm versus benefit is crucial. If risks outweigh advantages, exploring alternatives may be best. Cost and financial factors are also important considerations. Taking a holistic view and maintaining openness with patients can help find the ideal solution. My role is to provide the full picture regarding treatments so patients can voice preferences and collaborate in decision-making. By prioritizing their well-being and partnership, I aim to support patients in navigating difficult choices to optimize their health outcomes.

student-751

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This is an important issue involving someone close to me, so I need to address it without bias but make clear the seriousness of her actions. I would ask to speak with her privately at a time when she's not exhausted or overwhelmed. Bringing donuts or something to show care, I'd gently ask how much she had to drink to understand what led to this. If heavy drinking is new or unusual for her, I'd want to know more about what caused that. Most importantly, I would advise her to seek out information on the person she hit - visit the intersection for cameras, check local medical centers. She needs to take responsibility for apologizing, compensating the victim's family, and correcting her mistake as much as possible. Drunk driving resulting in an accident is unacceptable. For the future, I would offer to be with her when drinking to ensure she doesn't drive impaired. I'd discuss alternatives like Uber, public transit, calling me or someone else for a ride. She can always contact me rather than drive drunk. If charges are pressed, I would encourage her to admit guilt and accept the consequences. Actively righting the wrong through apology and restitution may minimize penalties. But accountability is essential. My goal is helping her understand the gravity of her actions, take responsibility, and prevent any recurrence, while also providing support as her friend.

student-782

Interview

If I notice bruises on a 10-year-old patient, I must first understand the cause before jumping to conclusions, just as I would want if I were the parent. I would analyze the bruises, and if I suspect abuse, have a private conversation with the boy to protect his autonomy and privacy. If he shares more about the situation, my priority is supporting him - empathizing, comforting him in my office. I would discuss available resources, though reporting to parents could endanger him further. Since he is only 10, I would ensure he has a support system like another family member he can talk to regularly and somewhere safe to go. His well-being is most important. I cannot leave it at that, as returning home may lead to further harm. So I would try to have a conversation with the parents, not to blame or confront them, but to understand their personalities and what is behind their actions. If issues like addiction, temper, or lack of resources are factors, I can offer help - improving the child's life also means improving the whole family's. I would share my concerns without implicating the child, framing it as my own observations so the boy is not punished. Providing my contact information, I would follow up to monitor the situation closely. My goal is to address this sensitively while prioritizing the child's safety and well-being.

student-795

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Thank you for sharing this difficult situation. As physicians, we have a responsibility to disclose medical information to patients with decision-making capacity, even if family members object. Before acting, I would first meet privately with the parents to understand their hesitations around disclosure. They may have legitimate concerns about their son's mental health that I should consider. However, I would also explain the importance of respecting the boy's autonomy, given his terminal illness. Assuming he has decision-making capacity, he has a right to direct his own care based on his values. Withholding information could damage our therapeutic relationship and trust. I would offer to assess the boy's capacity and, if appropriate, slowly disclose details to him in a supportive manner. This may alleviate the parents' concerns. I would highlight that shared decision-making between us, the parents and the boy would lead to the best care plan. If after discussion the parents refuse disclosure due to risks like self-harm, I may defer briefly. But the boy's right to direct his care should be paramount, assuming capacity. Over time, I would continue advocating for transparency and autonomy in a compassionate, non-judgmental manner. Respectfully bridging this conflict between parents and patient requires patience and care. My goal is to reach a resolution where the boy receives key information while also addressing family concerns. Please let me know if you need any clarification or have additional questions.

student-830

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This is a sensitive situation that requires compassion and transparency. As the surgeon who discharged a now deceased patient, the family deserves answers. First, I would thoroughly review the patient's file, my discharge notes, and consult other providers involved to understand the full context that led to discharging her. This will help me better explain my rationale to the grieving family. I would invite the family to meet in person if possible, or by phone/video if needed. Without making assumptions, I would let them express their feelings and ask questions without judgement. I understand their pain and confusion at losing someone they expected to recover. I would walk through the treatment plan, health status at discharge, and reasoning in simple, clear terms. If I cannot fully answer a question, I would connect them with a provider who can. Most importantly, I would acknowledge the enormous difficulty for the family, validating their emotions. I would offer as much support as I can, meeting again if desired, and connecting them with counseling/community resources during this devastating time. My priority is being transparent about decisions made, while also providing compassion and support to help the family through grief over losing their loved one. Open communication and empathy are essential.

student-789

Interview

Yeah. So of course, since the medical admissions process is so long and tough, I have thought about other career plans. For example, I wanted also to be an engineer because actually a lot of people tell me that those are very different career paths but I actually don't think so. I think that they have a lot of similarities. For example, both in medicine and in engineering, you have to be able to communicate your thoughts clearly and patiently. The engineer has to communicate with his colleagues and with the client and make sure that he can explain everything in simple terms so that everybody understands and is comfortable with what the prognosis will be. The doctor too, has to talk in a simple manner with the patient and he has to make sure that he's very well understood because the patient's treatment is at risk. Also, I think in both careers you need to have an analytic brain, which is something I have because I can analyze things very quickly. For example, when I was in a biology class, the teacher said something and it automatically clicked in my brain that it contradicted something she had said earlier. So I wanted to ask her the question and she told me that it was a mistake. As I said, I'm very able to find when something is not making sense because I have an analytical brain and critical thinking. I think both engineers and doctors have to diagnose and establish a prognosis. Well, they both require critical thinking because sometimes you have to be able to not be so gullible and to actually think for yourself instead of listening to others. Also, I think the main difference between the two is that engineers will require less empathy than doctors, which is why I want to go into medicine and not anymore into engineering because I'm someone who's very empathetic and who can really feel what somebody's feeling and put myself in their shoes. For example, when my friend was really sad one day, I was there for her and I could actually feel her pain and I started crying with her. And also through helping my father, who's sick with multiple sclerosis, I actually could develop and just put forward my empathy, because I always had to know when something was uncomfortable for him, and I helped him through it. And I could also talk with him and figure out what went wrong, why he's sad. And I could always encourage him, and he always felt better afterwards. So this is why I want to go into medicine and not into engineering because I have empathy and I want to use it because I love reassuring people and simply putting a smile on people's faces after they've been sad.

student-796

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In this scenario, my best friend tells me that he is a compulsive gambler and he asks for my money after discussing the broad implications of gambling on society. The first thing that I would do is gather as much information as possible. I will try to ask about his personal circumstances. They mentioned they don't have any money to buy even food - can they elaborate on that? What do they mean by no money? Are they in the negatives or barely getting by? In addition, are they in any form of danger? As of now, they mentioned needing to pay back loan sharks. Are they currently pressuring my friend or potentially threatening them? Third, if they don't have money now, how are they affording housing? If renting or paying a mortgage, how will they pay next month? Lastly, I have to provide empathy, listen non-judgmentally. Gambling addiction is like any addiction - it's very hard to quit, not just a matter of willpower but brain connections. So I want to support my friend without judgment. With that in mind, it's important to think about my friend's family. Have they reached out to family for money? Do they know about the gambling? How is their relationship after finding out? I want to consider their wellbeing and how I can support them too. Lastly, what kind of societal help has my friend sought out? For example, if they can't afford housing, have they reached out for housing aid, addiction counseling, financial aid? What societal help have they received or reached out for? So after gathering information, it's important to decide on my actions. I want to help my friend but not feed the gambling behavior. I will ask them to elaborate on using the money to "win it all back" - does that mean more gambling? I will let them know I'm happy to help pay back the loan sharks so they aren't in danger, but won't support gambling as a way out. So if they agree to pay back loans only, I will give the money. Then I'll try to connect them to addiction resources, financial aid, housing aid, etc. to guide them away from gambling and towards sustainability. That concludes my answer. Please let me know if you have any follow up questions. Thank you.

student-809

Interview

Thank you for sharing this challenging situation. I appreciate you thoughtfully considering multiple perspectives - the patient, physician, and broader public. This appears to be an ethically complex scenario involving issues like conflict of interest, professionalism, and trust. I agree the ideal approach is to first have an open, non-judgmental dialogue with my colleague to better understand how this relationship developed. It's important we don't assume ill intent without details. I would want to know if my peer feels they can still objectively treat this patient, and discuss options like referring them to another provider to avoid any conflicts. Ultimately though, physicians should likely refrain from romantic relationships with current patients due to inherent power imbalances. If my colleague is unwilling to cease seeing the patient, I would need to escalate the matter professionally. Our duty is to deliver unbiased care, and an intimate involvement could jeopardize that. However, I would aim to handle this sensitively. There may be personal issues underlying my peer's choices. As physicians, we need to balance multiple duties - to patients, colleagues, and society. In this case, patient wellbeing should come first while also preserving my colleague's dignity. With open communication and discretion, I'm hopeful this situation could be resolved to uphold ethical standards. Please let me know if you need any clarification or have additional questions.

student-831

Interview

Once Brian explains his thoughts and feelings, we can develop a plan. I imagine he would be very upset and heartbroken. I would suggest Brian find support from teammates directly involved to see if they would join him in speaking with the coach. Together they could make the case for Brian to have at least some role they can both agree to. After compiling evidence and support, they would approach the coach honesty. I would help Brian prepare what to say and be very supportive through this process. If the worst case scenario happens and the coach still refuses, I would encourage Brian, though deeply painful, to put this aside for now and refocus his efforts on the Paralympics. Though heartbreaking, the Paralympics are also a globally recognized event to showcase his strengths and gain more popularity to further his career. I would urge Brian to continue working hard, try to move past this for now, and give his all at the Paralympics. This could provide opportunities for the Olympics in the future, while also inspiring others with disabilities with his strength and capability.

student-794

Interview

The prompt I'll be discussing centers around Dr. Chong, a physician who has been recommending homeopathic remedies for his patients. Homeopathic remedies are an alternative form of medicine involving biological materials from plants or animals. As stated, there isn't enough evidence that this actually works. Furthermore, Dr. Chong himself doesn't believe they work, but he assigns these treatments to patients with mild or subjective symptoms because he thinks they won't cause harm and will provide reassurance. I'm asked to discuss the ethical problems with this behavior. First, Dr. Chong doesn't believe the treatments work but makes patients think they do. This takes away from treatments patients could or should be getting. He's brushing off concerns because he thinks they'll naturally subside. This violates the principle of "first, do no harm." While he may not directly cause harm, he causes patients to not seek other treatments because patients often trust their doctors, especially long-term. So long-term patients may not get second opinions and will take ineffective treatments. It's based on his personal assessment that symptoms are mild or subjective. But misdiagnoses occur, and he puts patients in danger of not seeking other opinions or treatments that could actually help. Under the CanMEDS framework, doctors should be community health leaders, but he is failing by promoting unproven remedies. Even non-patients may start believing these work if they know someone recommended by Dr. Chong. They may disregard other professionals' advice. Dr. Chong has failed as a health expert by giving legitimacy to this medicine. Other physicians may have patients citing Dr. Chong, thinking if he recommends it, it must work. More people may believe in homeopathic remedies even though there's no evidence. Lastly, it works like a placebo, but there's not enough evidence that placebos have the positive effects Dr. Chong believes. In summary, he violates "first, do no harm" by dissuading patients from effective care, fails as a community health leader by promoting unproven remedies, and fails as a health expert by legitimizing homeopathy despite lack of evidence.

student-811

Interview

If I haven't seen any problems right away, my instant reaction would be to take a second to reflect on why they feel this way. Are there any specific examples? Have I had these types of complaints before? If not, what potential situations in the past several days treating this patient could have created these issues? Were there times I was tired or had a lapse in judgment with my speech? I would really want to figure out what situations here could have led them to feeling this way, because I would strive for the best bedside manner and relationship with the patient and their family. After reflecting, I would want to talk to my supervisor to find out the specific complaints - where is my bedside manner lacking? What conversations or aspects were not good and where can I improve? I'd want to know if the supervisor thinks it's appropriate for me to potentially have an open conversation with the patient and family to improve the situation. At the end of the day, if they really feel I am not the right fit and there's nothing I can do, then it's about the patient's health and well-being. If they can't be persuaded to allow me to make changes, it may be best for me to step off the case because the patient's health comes first. However, hopefully they'd be willing to have a conversation with me about this. I'd love to not only improve the situation, but also improve myself for the future. I'd love to have a one-on-one conversation to listen to their complaints, figure out which aspects of my bedside manner need changing, and work collaboratively to make a plan for improvements going forward. I am confident in my abilities and would hope to give the best treatment. I would welcome the opportunity for feedback so I can be mindful of the changes they want and take it into consideration. If in the future it's just not a personality match after trying my best to make changes, I would have to move on and take it as a learning experience. I could have a conversation with my supervisor about whether these are ongoing issues for me, where I can improve, and if it was just a one-off personality clash. It's a good skill to be able to adapt, but if after trying to improve I'm still not able, I'll have to move on and continue improving for the future.

student-822

Interview

First, I would have an open conversation with my friend Brian to understand how he feels about the situation. I would express empathy and sympathize with his disappointment. However, I would reassure him that not being selected for the Olympic Team likely relates to the committee's criteria, not his abilities as an athlete. This should not negatively impact Brian's self-image or aspirations. The Paralympic Games are coming up in two weeks - he needs to stay focused on preparing and feeling motivated to perform at his best. We can't let this detract from his upcoming competition. My role as Brian's friend is to listen supportively, then instill excitement and a positive attitude about the Paralympic opportunity ahead. He is still an elite athlete with a major games ready to commence. My message will be one of empathy but emphasizing perseverance and the future possibilities.

student-784

Interview

In this complex situation, I would prioritize personal safety while looking out for the homeless individual's wellbeing. Rather than chasing the two girls and risking harm, I would stay with the individual, empathize by asking about their situation and experiences. I would inquire if they've raised this as a concern to authorities and offer assistance in doing so if desired. Providing emotional support and legal guidance within my abilities could help. If the individual wants assistance in reporting this mistreatment, I would help navigate that process with authorities. My focus is avoiding an unsafe confrontation while assisting this mistreated person in finding a constructive resolution. Listening compassionately and advising them on options to address this recurring issue is likely the most prudent course of action.

student-740

Interview

I believe it is ethical for any profession to strike if collective conditions and compensation are unjust, regardless of the immediacy or urgency of services. Nobody should be forced to work under inadequate conditions. Though there may be concerns about physicians failing duties to society by striking, as humans they have rights to free speech and standing up for beliefs. Healthcare is critical, but doctors deserve fair treatment too. However, certain steps could be taken to mitigate the effects on patients. Doctors could continue providing emergency and urgent care or give advanced notice so hospitals can make alternate arrangements. With the right precautions to avoid harm, physicians deserve to leverage strikes when necessary, just as any mistreated worker would. The goal would be raising awareness and advocating for change while minimizing disruption to patients.

student-746

Interview

The main issue here is the spreading of misinformation or disinformation about the potential causes of multiple sclerosis. We know based on extensive scientific evidence that aspartame does not cause MS. However, dispelling claims like this can be difficult when they contain half-truths - information that is true in some contexts but misapplied. For example, it's true neurons can be overexcited by chemicals, potentially causing cell death. But there is no evidence aspartame causes widespread neuron overexcitation or death, which is seen in MS. In fact, we understand MS to be an autoimmune disorder where immune cells attack neurons. When addressing misinformation, it's important not to be aggressive or dismissive, as that often further entrenches false beliefs. A compassionate, open approach is more effective. Ask probing questions to unravel the flawed logic behind the claims. For example, where did you get this information about aspartame? Discuss the reliability of the source. Explain the actual scientific understanding of MS's pathophysiology and aspartame's effects in clear, digestible terms. While aspartame may be a carcinogen, that's unrelated to MS. It's key to dissociate inaccurate connections. Additionally, proactively address questions the person may raise. If you respond to X question in one way, consider how they could respond with Y and prepare a response. Keep the conversation moving forward productively. Validate their concerns and doubts, while clearly communicating what we conclusively know based on current evidence. If knowledge gaps exist, acknowledge we're still working to fully understand MS's causes but can confidently rule out aspartame. Admitting the limits of scientific knowledge shows we take their doubts seriously, even as we dispel falsehoods. The goal is to listen compassionately, build trust, and have an open, evidence-based discussion to counter misinformation. Not all questions have complete answers yet, but we must communicate accurately what is scientifically known and unknown.

student-769

Interview

One time I disappointed my parents was during my brief stint on a higher-level soccer team. I had played soccer my whole life in Northern Ontario, where competition was limited. One year, I was good enough to make a team with kids a year older than me, around ages 12-13. This team traveled most weekends to play tournaments in Southern Ontario, about a 5 hour drive each way. Being a year younger at that developmental age meant I was less physically mature and lacked confidence compared to my older teammates. As a result, I hardly got any playing time during the tournaments. At first my parents reassured me, proud I even made the team. But I could see it wear on them that they were spending entire weekends traveling just to watch me sit on the bench. To ease their disappointment, I reevaluated my relationship with the sport. I loved soccer and the chance to compete, but wanted to enjoy playing more, and have my parents enjoy watching me play. So the next year, I dropped back down to my age group. I became captain, played entire games, and had much more fun. While it was good to get that higher-level experience, considering how I felt and accounting for my parents' experience led me to make a change. Consolidating onto an age-appropriate team ended up being better for me and my family. I was able to have a more fulfilling soccer career moving forward.

student-764

Interview

Recognizing such a complex scenario, my priority would be to uphold the integrity and principles of being a practicing medical practitioner while also emphasizing the importance of well-being for myself, my elderly patients and society as a whole. In this situation, I would give myself the vaccine because ensuring my health and safety during the outbreak would allow me to continue working to provide healthcare services to other elderly patients. Not only would I be benefiting myself, but I would be benefiting these patients of mine as well. Assisting these patients is a large responsibility of mine, and I am obliged to fulfill that responsibility. Giving the vaccine to a different person might not be the best option. I would give it to myself.

student-758

Interview

First, I would greet Jason, thank him for having me over, and have an open conversation. I want to listen without judgment to understand why he hasn't been attending class and how I can help him return. There could be many underlying reasons I'm unaware of. If he's going through a difficult time, I'll offer support to help get him back on track for classes and medical school applications. If it's a lack of motivation or feeling discouraged by the difficulty, I can relate - medical school is challenging. In that case, we'd discuss his goals and ways I can assist, like studying together or working on applications. The aim is hearing his perspective, offering support tailored to his needs, and outlining how we can move forward productively. By having an empathetic discussion oriented around helping him achieve his dreams, I hope to get him back on the path towards success.

student-737

Interview

Before I begin, I just want to thank you for taking the time to listen to why I want to be a doctor. I'm a mature applicant now, and my decision to become a doctor was really something that I wanted to take my time with to make sure it was the right thing for me and explore all my options as a student. I liked the idea of medicine, exploring topics in health and science, but it wasn't until my professional work, education, and volunteer work that I've done as a working professional that really brought me back to medicine and made me realize that it was what I wanted to do with my life. To touch on those experiences as a working professional - right now, I'm a clinical trial monitor with the Canadian Cancer Trials Group at Queen's University. In this role, I have the opportunity to collaborate with research teams across the country on the clinical research that we're doing that is really improving care options available for patients. It's tremendously gratifying to be able to follow a patient's treatment story indirectly as a clinical trial monitor and get to know the best practices that are taking place at each of our clinical research sites. One of the trials that I'm tremendously proud to have worked on was one that improved survival and progression status in breast cancer patients. This was a huge landmark trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine, and has since been adopted as a treatment option for high risk breast cancer patients. I'm tremendously proud to have worked on it and I want to be able to translate experiences like that into a clinical care setting. I want to be able to find ways to improve patient care. One of the things that came to my mind is something that I learned in my part-time course on social determinants of health. I'm also a part-time student - I've taken courses in anatomy and social determinants of health. In the context of my work and existing education, I've really been able to integrate all of these things together into a more comprehensive image of what I think health and wellbeing actually are and ways to address them as a physician. I'm really excited at the prospect of a holistic care model - not only looking at clinical care and interventions, pharmacological and non-pharmacological, but also interventions that address the social determinants of health, like the underlying causes for why people experience the things they do. I think the most important thing, the experience that made me say "this is what I want to do", was working at the COVID-19 vaccination clinics. I think we'll all recall the uncertainty and anxiety people had about COVID-19 and how it was shaping the world. I wanted to get involved managing it as soon as I could, whether with tracking or vaccines. Specifically working in those vaccine clinics as part of that clinical care team was a really gratifying experience. One that I'm tremendously proud to have been involved in something that I'll be able to speak to for the rest of my life. Being told that I'm giving people their lives back by working at these clinics is something that I want to be able to experience every day as a doctor. As soon as I had that opportunity, that was it for me. I knew this is what I want to do. I think the person-to-person interaction is something that I've always loved. The integration of sociological and health factors that I've learned about from my work and school experiences have really brought me to this point where I'm ready to become a doctor, where I know that I want to be a doctor.

student-807

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I have not considered any other careers besides being a physician because my whole life I've wanted to care for patients, and help them advocate for themselves and their own care as well. I want to devote the rest of my life to helping patients advocate for their own care. Although I have a deep respect for other health professionals and I would love to work with them in contributing to the patient care experience, I believe that being a physician will fulfill this desire. As a physician, I can ensure that patients receive the best care possible. I want to ensure that patients receive the best care possible. As a physician, I can ensure that they receive this care.

student-817

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I believe it is unprofessional for a physician to date their patient. As doctors, we must prioritize our patients' best interests and follow the principle of beneficence. Although the relationship may not directly harm the patient, it could impact their care and health outcomes. My first step would be to have a private conversation with my colleague to understand the situation fully. I would not want to make assumptions or accusations without hearing their perspective first. I would ask how long the relationship has been going on, how serious it is, and if there are plans like marriage. Depending on their responses, I would consult our clinic's ethical policies to see if such relationships are prohibited or if parameters exist. If it is a long-term, serious bond and our policies permit it with conditions, I may suggest the patient switch doctors while allowing the relationship to continue. However, if it violates our ethical code outright, I would encourage ending the affair. For a more casual relationship, I would urge my colleague to discuss it with HR and follow their guidance. In any case, I would provide support through the process and follow up to ensure the matter is handled properly. While sympathetic to their situation, our duty as physicians is to our patients first. We must make choices that promote their well-being.

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As a physician determining if medication side effects are worthwhile, I would first consult the patient about their priorities. I would compare the severity of their disease and its impact on their quality of life to how potential side effects could affect their daily living. For example, I would ask if side effects like nausea, weight gain, or depressive symptoms would be acceptable trade-offs for treating their condition. The patient's preferences and values are most important, so I would have an open discussion about whether mitigating their illness or avoiding side effects is more vital for their wellbeing. By eliciting the patient's goals and weighing the risks versus benefits together, we can make the best personalized medical decision. My aim is understanding what matters most to the individual when evaluating treatment options and potential consequences.

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This is an unfortunate scenario, and I'm sorry this is happening to this woman. The absolute first thing I would do is make sure she is physically okay without being invasive since I don't know her. I would visually assess if she has any wounds needing immediate care. After ensuring her physical health is stable, I would speak with her to see if she is emotionally okay. Personally, I would not be alright with someone routinely hitting me. I would want to ensure she understands this is not okay and that she is in a sound mental state. Slowly, I would steer the conversation towards problem-solving. The initial priority is confirming her physical and emotional well-being in this terrible situation. Once that baseline is established through compassionate dialogue, we could begin to address how to move forward.

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As a patient who has autonomy he does have a right to know what's going on. However, it is important to consider the parents' feelings, as they are closest to their son. I would take time to speak to the parents and explain that their son had asked me to explain his situation, and that I can take it slowly so as to not overwhelm him. The parents may have reservations but by letting them know about how I planned to break the news, and that I wouldn't use medical jargon, it could make their son less fearful of the entire process that he was going to inevitably go through. It would be good to have their input and I would be able to stay in the good graces of both the parents and the child.

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This is a difficult situation, so we need to consider both perspectives - that of the doctor and the government health insurance program. I believe it is unethical for doctors to recommend circumcisions without clearly informing patients of the risks and downsides, since this is not a medically necessary procedure. Doctors should provide patients with full information about the risks and cons so they can make a fully informed, autonomous decision. On the other hand, the government insurance program (OHIP) is no longer covering circumcisions, which fails to take into account people who need the surgery for religious reasons. The government should be more aware of religious beliefs requiring circumcision. A better approach could be to target coverage for those who need it for religious reasons, while also informing the general public that routine circumcision is unnecessary and carries some risks. This way we maintain patient autonomy but provide access when warranted by religious belief. The key is fully informing all patients and balancing access with education on risks and benefits. This allows patients to make autonomous choices while targeting coverage to those with religious need.

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Hi Jason, it's good to see you today. I'm glad we could meet up. I was wondering how you've been the last few days since I haven't heard from you - I was concerned. How are the medical school applications going? Is everything okay generally? Have you been eating and sleeping alright? It was surprising when you didn't come to class since you're usually so diligent. I'm sure there's a logical reason, but as your friend I want to make sure you're doing well. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help or if you need someone to talk to. I'm here for you and just want to make sure you're taking care of yourself. Let me know if you need anything at all.

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This question brings up issues of justice and helping those in need. While there is an equity problem among coworkers when some have items taken, I believe the priority should be assisting the person struggling. I would start by calling a group meeting to remind everyone about available resources like insurance plans, breakfast served daily, and supplies like toothpaste. I would ask coworkers for suggestions on improving quality of life in the office and incorporate their ideas. I would also collaborate with colleagues to try and discern who is taking the items, which I assume are not extremely valuable. This indicates someone likely facing financial hardship. I would tell the group that anyone struggling should feel free to speak with me privately so I can offer more support. While noting that stealing is unethical, I would not shame but rather aim to understand their situation. For instance, if it seems to be a diligent employee, I would consider them for a promotion based on merit, not the stealing. I would encourage open communication and convey my desire to help. If it appears to be an outsider stealing, I would add security measures. My goal would be providing financial assistance through office programs to alleviate the need for theft. I would follow up to ensure the person is doing better and offer additional help as needed. The focus should be having an empathetic, private conversation to get to the root of the issue and assist the individual.

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