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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

i believe this is a difficult situation as you are dealing with both the patients rights, as well as everyone else's in the hospitals rights. This would be difficult as if we choose one or another then we are putting someones rights above someone else's. I personally believe that this is a difficul situation and the answer is dependant upon many things, however, if we talk to the patient being treated, they may be fine with wearing. a mask just for the time being. Ithink people are much more lenient than it is maken out to be.

student-415

Casper

All patients regardless of background, socioeconomic status, race, gender, etc. must be treated with the same level of respect and care by healthcare workers, to ensure the system is working in a just and ethical manner. It would not be right for the man to receive improved care based on the donation that his daughter made.

student-522

Casper

dans cette situation, jentrerais en une discussion avec les adolescents pour dabord les demander ce qu'ils sont en train de faire. pour tout ce que je sache, peut etre étaient-ils en train de filmer un projet pour contrer ce genre d'action et ne faisait que prendre des photos en exemple de quelques actions inappropriés à éviter. toutefois, s'ils semblent prendre les photos dû à une ignorance de la signification historique du lieu ou à causes d'intentions néfastes, jessayerais de les éduquer gentiment que ce qu'ils font n'est pas appropriée et pourrait offusquer et blesser plusieurs personnes.

student-82

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

This scenario requires balancing ethics with professionalism. It is unclear the nature of my relationship to my co-worker, if this has happened before, and the overall team dynamic. On one hand, it is unethical to claim someone else's ideas as your own and receive praise for it; speaking up would award praise and credit the right person. On the other hand, it may be viewed as unprofessional to speak up and interrupt the meeting with this issue. I would try to handle this professionally while making it clear that I developed the idea, for example by politely asking Luca questions about the idea that he would not be able to answer, and I could step in to suggest things. I would also have an open discussion with Luca after the meeting about why he took my idea and how we can move forward as team members.

student-34

Casper

The issues in this situation are that Jacob may be making a bad health decision and that you could be coming off as a bad friend. The impact is that you could worsen his health condition, or conversely, make him feel negatively about himself and not trust your friendship. Before I tell him anything, I need more information. I would ask why he wants a large pizza if is just the two of us as maybe he wants some for leftovers. If he does, then I would suggest maybe ordering a salad instead of onion rings. If not, I may need to have a respectful conversation about his health in a way that is empathetic and not rude.

student-196

Casper

This is a difficult situation because I am worried about the wellbeing of the cat but also about making assumptions. I would first approach the teenagers in a non-confrontational manner and ask them if any of them own the cat and what they are doing with it. If it turns out that I was wrong about the abuse, then I would walk away. If I suspect they are abusing the cat, I would ask them to step away from the cat and call animal services or police.

student-591

Casper

I would be focused on preventing stealing but not jumping to any conclusions. I would first have a private nonconfrontational conversaiton with the individual. If I learn that it is their textbook then I would not pursue further. Perhaps, I could ask them to help me look for mine or see if there is a lost and found. If I do learn that it is my textbook, I would ask for it back firmly but politely as stealing is not okay. I could help them find other services to access the textbook such as library copies if needed.

student-314

Casper

While I understand both sides of the story (the lower class is struggling to get by and yet the largest and richest organizations are paying less taxes than they are, which can feel injust and frustrating, the upper class is trying to help the economy so that everything on a whole can be more affordable), I must side with the lower class in this situation as I feel as though there are other ways to improve the economy and everyone, even corporations, should be treated equally and have to pay the same relative amoutn as everyone else.

student-625

Casper

I tried to give feedback from an empathetic approach, highlighted how I had been in a similar circumstance and how I approached it rather than being authorattive or demeaning. When I was playing basketball for a team competing in a high level competition I was injured for a while and had to watch from the bench. The player who was tasked with filling in for me was really struggling with remembering plays and keeping up physically. Two years ago I was in the exact same position, so I wanted to help him as the players before me had helped me. I told him how I had been in a similar situation and how to use limericks to remember play calls and to stay in motion to handle physicality had helped me, to try it and how I didn't know everything and if he was still confused approaching the coach would be a good solution too.

student-31

Casper

Kevin should consider what ways he can support the employee and how to best approach in a non-confrontational manner. If this is something the employee is doing out of necessity maybe a conversation about whether their pay can be increased, or the number of hours they work can be increased to let them earn the money they need to pay would help. Also, making sure the employee understands what they did was wrong.

student-472

Casper

Teamwork sometimes does not work properly for many reasons such as lack of communication among the team members, uneven dividing of work, different levels of interest, insufficient time for completion and unforeseen circumstances . When the team doesn't properly discuss the different aspects and responsibilities of each member, it may be difficult and confusing. Furthermore, teams need to communicate about the work being done and ensure the others are on board and not stuck on a certain aspect.

student-468

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

I am worried about Robert's future at the school and how he may be feeling stressed during this time, due to the high stakes of the exam. I am also worried about the implications of Sarah releasing the questions before the exam, this would hinder the integrigity of the exam and the fairness of it, if some students look at the questions before hand and others don't. If the exam is canceled this would negatively impact those that haven been preparing for it. I would also be worried about the consequences that Sarah would face as a result of behaving unethically. I want to talk to robert to understand why he is feeling worried about the exam so that I can find the best way to support him. I want to talk to sarah to better understand her plans, and if she is in fact planning on behaving unethically, to talk about the implications of those actions to try and prevent her from following through.

student-354

Casper

The biggest reason that I have seen teams fail are when someone doesnt feel as appreciated as others and decides not to work as hard. It's hard to collaborate with others when they don't respect your work. The team is about working together and ackowleing you need everyone. This can lead to failure when everyone doesnt see the whole picture.

student-135

Casper

If the teens didn't know they were on private property, I would give them a warning and let them know it can't happen again. If the teens knew they were on private property or didnt care, then I would fine them the necesary amount.

student-698

Casper

At my job at the recreation centre, I had to assist a patron who was new to Canada, did not speak English, but wanted to learn more about working out. I first asked him about what kind go exercises he wanted to do, and what his goals for himself was. It was difficult as I had to communicate across language barriers and he was not able to communicate his goals. There was nobody around to translate so I had to use google translate, but I wanted to give him the best help possible. I showed him workout and machines an

student-480

Casper

Parking is typically more expensive in areas where they know that more money can be made and the targeted audience is more willing to pay for this. Higher parking keeps a large portion of people out. This in turn makes sure there is no overcrowding/traffic and such. However, I do see how this can seem discriminatory of people that are not able to afford it.

student-374

Casper

this is diffcult situation and in this situation there are pros and cons for stop charging for electricity,. the pros are that it will allow people to get healthy nutrition as well as help with basic literacy skills by able to to read on the internet without concern for finances. the cons are that it can allows for overuse of electricity if there is no charge and can hurt the countrys economy and the supply. in this situation, there should be an alternative which is to decide based on the family financial status such as low families income should not be charged as much for electricity so that they can satisfy their basic needs, while higher income brackets familties should continue to pay for electricity so it wont allwo for oversue.

student-517

Casper

My main concern is the fairness to all members, and the wellbeing of the no-show student if they try to take credits without any effort. They might facing some difficulties, so I would talk with them privately to see are they experiencing something difficult. If no, then I would tell them that they need to put effort on the project, so we could do the presentation togteher, and I would like to help them. If they do, then I would ask is there anything we can help, and we will help them go through the difficulties, and help them do the project together. If the difficulty cannot be solved, I would like to ask our teacher, and come up a solution together.

student-636

Casper

I think this can be a very scary and stressful situation, especially if you are alone in a new place. However, I think that if you remain calm you might be able to think clear and come up with solutions or clues that can lead you to the right direction. I would try to yell and see if other people are around me, but I would also have trust and confidence in myself that I would be able to find my way on my own, as long as i am brave and calm.

student-92

Casper

While his brother is young and has innocent intentions, is it very possible that he may face consequences for not following bylaws. Therefore, I believe that Charlie is being a good brother by being concerned for the well being of younger his brother. It is likely that Charlie understands laws and the consequences of breaking to a deeper extent compared to his younger brother.

student-626

Casper

The interpretation of this quite is that people love to know that the person who is performing a treatment on them knows what they are doing. Confidence is key in a job. If you’re not confident the patient will also not be confident. There this quote is trying to emphasize the importance of confidence in doing your job

student-619

Casper

It is important to take a step back and understand the roles and responsibilities of everyone involved in this situation. As a doctor, my job is to provide the best care that I can and uphold doctor-patient autonomy. For the institution, their responsibilities consist of ensuring that all rules and regulations of the facility of followed by all inmates. As a patient and an inmate, this individuals job is to follow those rules diligently and not undertake in actions that can be deemed harmful to themselves or others. I would have this conversation with the patient but also try to understand if there were any underlying reasons for them to be partaking in drug use in the prison. Perhaps there is a component of addiction that has been overlooked or just resurfaced. Or perhaps this individual has other sensitive reasons for taking the drugs. It is equally important to bring these reasons to light and provide help, within my scope of a physician. However, it is just as important to ensure the safety of everyone at the facility, therefore the drug use would need to be reported.

student-5

Casper

I would think if my co-worker is going to be offended by the prank and about the intentions of my other co-worker who is pranking. I would talk to the co-worker who is going to do the pranking and ask him what he is going to do. If it is something that I deem will be very offensive I willed him know that he should refrain from doing so as he will hurt a fellow team member. If he does not understand this I would let him know that I will inform my fellow co-worker about what he is going to do so he can be aware of the situation and not be hurt.

student-373

Casper

D'un côté, je comprends que mon collègue ne veut surement rien faire de mal, et quil pourrait peut etre juste vouloir samuser. cependant, connaissant mon autre collegue et sachant quil ne prend pas ces genres de blagues d'une bonne manière, je serais concernée par l'effet que cette blague pourrait avoir sur leur relation, puis sur l'atmosphère au bureau.

student-93

Casper

I would acknowledge the bosses assumption. Instead of acting defensive and acting irrationally, I would collect more information about the situation. I would ask him if there were certain things I was doing differently. I would ask questions openly without judgment in order to maintain our work relationship.

student-678

Casper

Sometimes team work can fail due to misscommunication amongst the team. Effective communciation amongst team members assissts with accounatbailtiy in the griup to ensure everyone si doing their part but also helps keep the group in check with what aspects of the work needs to be done. communciation can help the team forsee challeneges they might face in the future.

student-177

Casper

To an extent, yes. But there are many factors to consider and I do not think this is ethical behvaiour in practice The poor need food to survive, and they benefit greatly from food being provided to them. However, where is the food being stolen from? The original owner of the food is negatively impacted by the stealing.

student-679

Casper

I would announce this news by gathering everybody and making an announcemnt in perosn I would explainthe situation, and how unfortunate it is, I have to layoff people I would advise anybody I layoff to come talk to me, if i can help them in any way or get them a job somewhere else I would be happy to do so

student-547

Casper

i think that it can come from trying it and not seeing any benefits. This can be because the person was not informed about how to practice mindfulness. Lack of information on the matter can make us have an experience of mindfulness that is not representative of its full potentiel which can make us not want to do it. Sometimes its because being silent and being concentrated on our thoughts can be stressful and induce anxiety. It can also be cause by a lack of time or optimal organisation

student-629

Casper

While I would be feeling stressed and want to park on the street to get to the exam on time, I would not park there illegally. There could be a reason it is illegal and I would not want to block traffic or break the law to get to my final exam. I would look for other possible parking spots near the subway station. I would try to park in a parking lot downtown that I could potentially pay for, or ask a store with designated parking if I could park in their spot after explaining my situation, and offer some compensation for their troubles since it might take away from some business. If there are no other options I would let my instructor know I will be late to the exam due to my transportation situation and ask if I could write the exam if I get there late, or possibly write it on another day.

student-16

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 don't want to jump to anyconclusions. THere may be many explnaantions for my supervisors apparent intoxication, including alcohol consumption, fatigue, or even the start of a new medication for example. However, if their judgement is indeed impaired this represents a huge problem for person in the clinic which represent a vulnerable population. So I do want to take action. I'd begin by having a private non-judgemental conversation with my supervisor when time permitted and simply state my observations and concerns for patient safety.

student-388

Casper

First of all we have to consider the loss of merchnadise and how this affects the store and the store owner. By allowing the students to keep comin gthey are suffereing a major loss which can be more consequential throughout the year. This a difficult situtaiotn since it also affects high schools students that don't bring luches to school.

student-660

Casper

In the workplace, it's important to behave in a professional manner. This goes for both employers and employees. If my employer has differing views from me, but behaves professionally in the workplace, including limiting discussion of political views, and is respectful of my views, then I would have no issue staying in my current job. If, however, my employer did not behave professionally, made discussion of politics common in the office and took punitive action towards me as a result of my differing views, it would create a challenging situation. In that case, I would have to have a private discussion with my employer to voice my concerns. If there was no change in behaviour, I would likely have to consider changing jobs to find a more appropriate professional environment.

student-42

Casper

The situation was when I was working at a retail store and one of the employees had forgotten to change the price on a product and they were being told about how the customer ended up getting the product for a price different than listed due to their error in checking. However, I had been working before they did and also missed the innaccurate price reading just as they did. I later ended up telling my boss I made the error too and they appreciated my honesty but still told me that I should notnmake the same mistake again.

student-244

Casper

No, I would not drive away, because morally it would be wrong to leave this situation. There is a chance that there is damage to the other person's car that I didn't notice, and leaving them to deal with it alone, when it was completely my fault, would be wrong. I would leave a note on the person's dash with my name and phone number so they can contact me to discuss what happened, if they wish to.

student-322

Casper

I would first go up to the supervusor and mention what i saw and say that it was not me who posted this. I would then also ask the supervisor to provide me with contact info of the otehr interns so i can contact them of future stuff like this occur.

student-478

Casper

I believe that this mightbe due to the fact that these workers might not come into direct contact with patients, although they would be handling patients' belongings who potentially may be contaminated. Also, this would lead to the fact that there is a higher media coverage on the work nurses and physicians do, which could lead to people being more grateful towards those professionals, exclusing some other important workers.

student-159

Casper

I would talk to her and ask her about the stressors at home to see if her parents are going through a very stressful and difficult time. I would explain to her that my concerns is her health and safety and that her being at home is not safe and she is getting hurt. I would try to convince her to let me talk to her parents to get to know the situation better. I would also ask her what else she wants me to do to make sure she feels supported, safe, and is in good health.

student-146

Casper

I want to make sure that my intentions are in the best interest of my friend Jacob. My main concern is his health and well-being, thus as a friend I want to make sure he is taking care of himself. I would have a private conversation with him and ask him kindly how he is doing in his health journey and if his physician reccomened any diet regiment into his daily life. If he says yes, and that he should be on a strict diet, i would advise him to listen to what his physician says and that we could order something closely related to his diet. If he says no, i would advise him to follow up with his physician or nutritionist in order to increase his health and wellbeing. In the end, i want to ensure a medical professional guides his health and wellbeing, but as a friend i can recommend some healthier options if he is open to it.

student-157

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

Charlie has a right to feel that way since he does not want to get in trouble by not having a permit. I would not say he is overreacting since he is showing that he cares for his friend's lemonade stand and would not want it to be shut down.

student-607

Casper

Before I immigrated to Canada, I told my mom that after I settled down, I will come back to take you with me. However, the process of settling down takes much longer than it was expected. When my mother finally got her visiting visa and arrived in Canada six years later, she blamed me for forgetting her behind.

student-558

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

in this scenariothere are many things to consider. jennifer really does love the mission and work of this club so i would understand why she wants to keep forming it. however heather feels hurt by it because she feels excluded by it. i would suggest jennifer speak to heather and seee if they can communicate in a nonconfrontational provate way and see if they can understand each other better. if jennifer syas she is not rrying to exclude her and it is just because of the day and age of the books and heather can see tthat, maybe jennifer can still form it. if heather still feels exclused maybe jennifer cxan offer making another club dedicated to more includive romance on top of the old ramnce to give more variety. i want them both to undertsnad each others perspectives and hopefully come to a compromise

student-99

Casper

Teamwork sometimes fail due to improper communication and unhealthy team dyanmics. All these factors are related. Members often come from different background, and despite their shared goalina team project, their background or communicatio styles may differ. Each individual is different with different needs. If no system is established from the start to accomodate everyone's communication styles,or create a common understanding, the communication line will fail. This means the work quality may decline or deadlines may not be met. Wose, it could lead to misunderstanding and conflict, without a propoer mechanism to recover from said conflict!

student-263

Casper

No, I don't believe that they should be laid for that specific purpose. The hospital is a very complex environment and requires many people's expertise. So, even if their teaching skills aren't up to par, their clinical skills can still be used to help other patients who are at the hospital.

student-663

Casper

My main priority is looking out for jacob. So, i think that although it can come off as rude, we just need to make sure we are genuine, honest, remind jacob of our best interests and talk with him in a nonjudgemental way. Also, we should probably gather more information, for example, maybe he is dieting but today is his cheat day. So, if that was the csas, I probably wouldnt say anything to jacob. If in our private disuscussion he informs me that he is havin difficulty sticking to his diet, I would suggest some palces I know that I really like and are healthier.

student-346

Casper

I would try my level best to wait as much as I could for the station to clear up I would also ask around to see if there is anything else I can do, or maybe take another way to my exam I could also uber to my exam if I had to, because if i get ticketed that would cost me more, and it;s illegal

student-666

Casper

He meant that curiosity has no limits yet materials and humans do. It can be very dangerous if we are not prudent and careful. Rules and regulations are put in place for safety mesurements. they should be respected at all cost.

student-653

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

Littering with mal-intent is a behaviour that represent a lack of respect for the environment and those around you. I would want to approach the individual in an open, non-confrontaitonal manner, and ask them why it is that they have littered. It oculd be the case that they put the trash down momentarily to do something and intend to pick it up, or they may not be from the area, and may not understand our littering laws. If they had the intention of leaving it there I would inform them of the negative consequences this may have on the environment, the wildlife in the park, and for the other people who want to enjoy the park.

student-202

Casper

Volunteering can aid in many ways. It can help build a person's network by interacting with volunteer coordinators and co-volunteers in the same field as you. Moreover, by volunteering, one can gain experience in skills that would be helpful in one's career in the future, interpersonal, communication and teamworking skills are all critical when applying to jobs in any sector.

student-709

Casper

the benefits of volunteering are vat. It is good for your own mental health as when volunteering with others it allows you to socialize, and feel good about doing a good deed. It is also really rewarding to help out others. You will have a better CV as well with volunteering hours. It also allows you to be more compassionate as you are taking the time to help others

student-512

Casper

I would first empathize with jeffereys situation and say that it is unfair that his religous holidays are not respected. after showing my compasiion for his argument i would point out to him that christianity is the popular religion of th epopulation and thus the reason for these laws, would also point out thta in other countrys other religions like islma are prevailing and thus their holidyas are the ones celebrated. I would finish by suggesting alternatives the government could do as stated in q2

student-428

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

Sarah should be the first person to attempt breaking the news to george. She should do so in a private setting in which george and sarah both feel comfortable speaking professionally. Sarah should bring her qualms to george's attention and present them in a manner that shows concern, but not judgement. She should ask him if there is anything else going on in his life that would be preventing him from performing his best at work. George should do his best to be honest and open about his life and his work intentions. Sarah should be the one to bring this to geroge's attention to give george the benefit of the doubt. Maybe there is something she is missing, but if this attempt is not successful and she is still not gaining the information and closure she desires, this is then a mattter for HR to bring to george;s attention.

student-13

Casper

I would ask the person sitting in the seat if they have seen my textbook, and I would describe the textbook to them. If they say that they haven't seen it, I would take their word but ask them if they wouldn't mind letting me know if they do come across that book later and to let me know. If they say that they took it, I would ask for my book back.

student-456

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

No, this is not discrimination, because discrimination involves certain groups being treated differently based on a specific factor. In this case, I am being treated the same as everyone else who is under the same government as I am. Although I am not being discriminated against, I may feel as though my right to make decisions regarding my own body has been taken away.

student-561

Casper

I would let them know that I am not comfortable with these jokes and try to shift the conversation in a new direction. I would try to bring up a new topic that interests everyone, so we can stop making fun of people, but hopefully still get along with my coworkers.

student-647

Casper

As a physician, safety and well being of the patient is a priority. I would ensure that the patient is not in immediate danger. From there I would direct my attention to the serverity of her injuries and provide medical care. In this process, I would establish trust with the patient by creating a non judgemental safe place so I could better assist her. Lastly, it is essential to involve a social worker to investigate the situation and ensure the childs safety.

student-284

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

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

À mon avis, les tarifs de stationnement devraient être abaissés. Il est important pour la santé mentale des patients d'avoir des proches qui peuvent les accompagner à travers leur rétablissement, et la santé mentale est directement relié à la santé physique de ces patients. L'accessibilité aux soins de qualité est un enjeu majeur, et pour arriver à un système de santé plus équitable, des prix abordables devraient être offerts. De plus, l'hôpital pourrait amasser de lA'rgent grâce à des levées de fonds. Bien des bénévoles se porteraient volontier à cette organisation. Les dons volontaires pourraient également être demandés.

student-602

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

My main concern is the wellbeing of my mother and of my team, along with their success at championships. I would first gather information on the options I have - am I able to get a friend to drive me to the basketball game and funeral to attend both, can I book a train or bus or Uber. I would then openly communicate with my mother about the funeral being on the same day as the game, and ask her if she needed my support. I would look to see if it was okay if I attended both if possible, but if it was not, I would be by her side during this tough time. I would communicate with my team that I need to leave because of family and that an assistant will be there to support them, and let them know I believe in them.

student-238

Casper

I would want to have a private conversation with my boss to respectfully explain my side of the story. I would tell him that I was sorry that this had happened and that I understand his concern, but that I had truly not stolen the money. I would suggest that if there's a video camera, that he could review it or ask why he thought it was me rather than another colleage.

student-356

Casper

This is a tricky siytuation vecause I obviously would not want to be late to my exam, but I do not want to park in an area that isn't designated for it. In this situation, I would first pull over and look at google maps and search up nearest parking options that I can go to aside from the subway station. It is possible that there is another location I can park at that I am just not aware of, and even if it is a little bit further I could walk to the subway station and then take it. If I find a spot that is a little further down the street I would go to that location and also email my professor notifying him of the situation just in case I am a little late. I wouldn't want to opark on the side of the street b/c it is illegal and can be ahaxard to other drivers on the road.

student-116

Casper

I think it's expensive because it takes more money to maintain these areas, and the land itself is more expensive too, and all those expenses have to be payed through things like parking money and rent and taxes. I think it also maintains the image of the neighbours and paints it as luxiourois.

student-438

Casper

Il faut convaincre le collègue de ne pas prendre l'auto, c'est très dangereux. la consommation d'alcool au volant est une des principales causes d'accidents mortels sur la route. Tous ont droit à la sécurité, et ce droit est violé par l'acte de ce collègue. De plus, les clients ne sont pas au courant de cette consommation d'alcool, ils sont donc complètement vulnérables aux conséquences de ses actes

student-560

Casper

This issue is one of ethics and morals, and even though he is my friend, I cannot discount the fact that he would be cheating, and putting others at a disadvantage because of that. I understand the my friend needs to pass this exam very badly, but on the other hand, other people also need to pass this exam and would be at a disadvantage if he cheated. I also understand why Sarah would want to help him, as he is her friend, but this would also put her liable for his cheating, because she would be contributing to an unfair academic environment.

student-61

Casper

I would pull my supervisor aside to have a private conversation. It appears that they are intoxicated, but that may not be the case- I would describe what I saw to make me think they were intoxicated and ask if that is what is going on. If they say that are not intoxicated, I would remind them how others may view our actions and that we need to maintain professionalism in the clinic to ensure trust from our patients and give them a comfortable environment to receive care.

student-342

Casper

Political views may differ. Having one political view doesn't make a person worse than someone who has a different political view. in a work environment, it is important that we accept others irrespective of their political views. We need to accept diversity as having differing opinions has been proven helpful in many cases. Hence, just having a differing view than my supervisor will never convince me to change a job if I am not treated differently or forced to change my opinions.

student-334

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

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

I don't want to make any assumptions and cause much choas so I would gather more information. I would first try to find the intern that posted that content and have a private conversation with them first. I would let them know about my concern and that this can not only impact my career but theirs as well. After gathering all the information only rthen will I approach my supervisior in a private environment. I would try to explain the situation as best as I can without blaming anyone and resolve the issue.

student-485

Casper

While I understand this is a difficult situation, where I do empathize with the student as a TA and feel bad seeing as she has struggled, put the effort in and still felt the need to resort to cheating, I also understand that this behaviour is not fair to the rest of the student body who is not cheating. I would likely single the student out after the exam and inform of what I saw, and tell her that I have to notify the professor about this. I would advocate for the student to the professor and suggest that her reasoning for cheating be explained prior to a punishment being given to her as she may have extenuating circumstances at home that lead to this, Iw Ould explain her history of being a diligent student who comes to office hours.

student-240

Casper

while in undergrad I was contesting my mark with a teaching assistant who had the power of deciding my grades. I ended up getting extremely frustrated trying to explain my point and got visibly angry. this did not bode to well i had to ask to just leave as I felt i may explode and say things I shouldnt. while my mark was not changed I was happy I left witjhout a worse one or allowing myself to succomb to rage

student-644

Casper

As I am a student like my friend, and upon reading his work i could tell that he plagiarized, it is highly likely that a prof or TA will catch on to the illegitimacy of my friend's actions. I would let my friend know what I have noticed in his work. I can not assume that he plagiarized so I will need to talk to him to get some context. If he confirms that he had to use outside sources, but tried to change up wording, I will let him know that this is not okay. Not only will it cause a consequence for him in his academics if caught, it also is disrespectful of the efforts of all the students with honest lab reports. I would encourage my friend to reach out to the professor to get an extension so as to complete the report to the best of his abilities, in a manner that is true to his capabilites.

student-124

Casper

As the situation is already tense, I would approach it in a calm manner and start off by providing the distressed consumer what they may need so that they stopping yelling, and also allow the employee I would also reassure both parties involved that everything can get sorted, and provide them support in any way I can.

student-256

Casper

Before making a rash decision to report this, I would have to gain more information from the patient, and also understand the challenging struggles of addiction and withdrawals. Although drug use is illegal, and even moreso in a prison, I would not want my patient to have to suffer from medical withdrawals from the drug, nor would I want them to be caused any harm. I would have a frank discussion with my patient about needing to stop the drug use and follow up with them, perhaps through drug testing. If the drug use persisted, I would feel obligated to report this, however, because the drugs could not only be being distributed and causing harm to other inmates, but also would be harming my own patient in the long run.

student-74

Casper

It has become a common occurance that students especially feel the only way they can be compretitve in the workfield or when applying to graduate school is the need to have volunteer experience. I have felt this way myself. therefore, I believe many people would take this statment as showing how students are feeling pressure to only volunteer for the sake of having it on their resume rather than volunteering out of the goodness of their heart.

student-421

Casper

My concern would be to not exacerbate my relationship with Amy, but to properly acknowledge her. I would first have a private conversation with her, acknowledging her efforts and how they have positively affected the work environment and improved our space. I would then seek to remain honest with her and apologize for my mistake. I would then offer her a gift or award to make up for it, such as a paid vacation or time off, ensuring we maintain a proper and friendly relationship

student-451

Casper

It is important before adopting the puppy to try and find out where it had came from. If the puppy had been lost by an owner it is important to locate the owner and give the puppy back. This can be done in multiple ways, such as using social media and posters around the neighborhood. In the mean time the person can hold the puppy and take care of it by taking it to the vet for a checkup, until he hears back from the owner, if at all.

student-265

Casper

First I would ask him whether he was smoking it for medicinal needs. If not, I would confirm that what he is smoking is marijuana indeed and if it is, confirm his legal age. Then I would ask him whether he knew it was not allowed on school premises despite the fact that it is illegal. After gathering all relevant information I would want to make a decision in keeping with the well-being of my schoolmates along with respecting the privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of this individual. If he was unaware or it was his first time then I would let ask him to let the authorities know and explain the situation regardless in alignment with school policies. If he shows no remorse for his actions then I would have to report it to my school authorities.

student-466

Casper

First thing i would do is not assume anything and have a non judental and non confrontational conversation with the student. I will allow them to explain if or why they may have been cheating and if there is a bigger issue going on that is conflicting with their academics. I will also let them know that if they are proven to have been cheating, I have a duty to act by ethical and moral standards and I do have to report her to the proffesor. Acting empathetically and compassionately, I will ask the student if there is any extra help or support that i could provide to better support their academic journey so that they can not make the same mistake again. I will try to actively understnad where they are coming from and remind them that their cheating affects other studwents as it is not fair to

student-37

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

Although I can understand that many topics may feel irrelevant to us in the future, I also believe that they are there for good reason. For example, not all students are interested in math-related fields; some may be more interested in history. Since in high school, not everyone knows what they want to pursue as a career, I believe that exposing us to a variety of subjects was not \"useless\" since it may help guide us towards what we really want to do. On the other hand, I see that there are also may topics that may be outdated and not used regardless of the field one pursues. For example, I had spent two weeks in math class learning how to draw parallel lines using two rulers. I believe that this time could have been better spent since computers are more involved nowadays and so this technique may no longer be used. Overall, I believe that it's beneficial to be exposed to many subjects, but I believe that revising the curriculum to save time or ensure that what students are learning is relevant is just as important.

student-134

Casper

i report it to my supervisor in a way that is respectful and objective. i will simply say that i noticed a post on the company page and that i was not the one to post it but i beleive that it should be taken down because it could be taken to be offensive. i would emphasize a solution to the problem which is that the interns will ensure that it is taken down and appropriate action is taken, such as making a statement to address and apologize for the post.

student-274

Casper

Well this is a very tough situation since it involves someone breaking the law whilst also being an emotionally sensitive issue. I think the best way Kevin could approach this would be to talk to the employee about the stolen bread to see what he has to say first. Maybe he just felt embarrassed and didn't want to get caught. Bring up the stolen bread and that he got caught on camera in a very non-judgemental way. Actively listen to his issue and if so perhaps find a way to assist him. Personally if the lost funds are not too high I would pay for it myself and offer the employee resources such as, food stamps, shelters nearby that can help them out.

student-608

Casper

This is a difficult situation. I understand that the company has a strict policy that requires a receipt for any returns to be processed and the policy must be followed by all of the employees. I can also understand the customer's situation and understand that they need the money in order to pay for their medical bills. I would first gather more information from the customer and ask if he has the receipt at home somewhere and if he can return with the receipt. After gathering this information, then I would escalate the situation to my supervisor and work with them to get the issue resolved.

student-420

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

No. I belive that instilling equity into a child's life is important. I would educate my child on the I'm[oratcne of realizing differences in financial status, social status and work status, however, deep inside we are all individuals and we all feel the same emotions and similar interests in life. If my 'poor' child had the same interests as the 'rich' one and enjoyed spending time with him for who he is and not what he owns, i would be a very proud parent.

student-192

Casper

School work can be very stressful, and I understand why my friend felt the need to plagerize. However, I would approach them in a non-confrontational manner and explain that since I know the school has a strict policy against plagiarism, they should not submit the lab report. I would then encourage my friend to speak to the instructor and ask for a time extension so that they can redo the lab in their own work. I would then offer any support and suggest they check out tutors or school resources that could help them complete it.

student-620

Casper

There are many reasons she could have resorted to cheating. It is possible that she had a very stressful time outside of academic life that is interfering with her ability to do well in this course. I would gently ask her to step outside and talk to her about the situation. Due to the class policy I would inevitably have to report the incident to the professor, but if she seems to be having a hard time, I would explain to the professor the situation so that they can make the appropriate judgement.

student-368

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

Kevin should first confirm that his employee is indeed actually stealing the bread and not paying for it. He can do this but privately speaking to the employee to confirm. If the employee does confirm that he has been stealing the bread, Kevin should continue to find the reason for his action. Since it seems like the employee is in a tough position finacially, Kevin could give the employee ways to save on money and maybe do ohter things to find food. For example, there are some homeless shelters that provide food to the underserve. Kevin could give the employee some ways to find food instead of stealing.

student-311

Casper

Kevin should have a private conversation with the employee so that both cna be comfortable to speeak the truth. once he has him in this private room, he should explain what he has seen on the camera and then ask kevin why he is stealing,in an open manner so he can understand the situaion better.

student-503

Casper

although i understand deeply the reason for wanting the money as everybody wants the best for their familty memebers, i also know that by using the drugs it would be unfair to other competitors and there is even a chance that some other applicants are also wishing to use the money for similar purposes but they are noty using the drugs, and this would even be more unfair to these competitors, her action would breaches the ethical rule of justice, so i would unfortunately still report her

student-264

Casper

I was a member of both the club and community service committees. I had to help in organizing and running events to bring club members closer together, but also participate in different fundraisers for children with cancer. I essentially had to follow instructions provided by the leaders of each committee while collaborating with other members to achieve our goals in the best way possible.

student-217

Casper

i understand the mian issues here is the own's property right is violated, while the teens are enganing in a really meaningful and purposeful event. as the police officer, my responsbiiblity is to main order of society, thus i would tak on the owner's report and sepak with the teens. I would first gather more information from the owner about their complaint, and speak to the teens to see if this is their first time doing this, were they aweare they are on private property, and is there somewerhe else they can relocate to. If this is their first time and they weren't aweare, i would find the light amount possible according to the regulations, and advice them to see if they can get the fine reimbursed through their organizaiton. otherwise, they they purposely did this, i would fine them more as a warning. i would let the owner know of the turnouts.

student-15

Interview

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.

student-777

Interview

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

Interview

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

Interview

Working at a grocery warehouse was physically demanding. On many days after my shift, I felt like quitting. However, I strived to stay optimistic and focus on the light at the end of the tunnel. What motivated me to keep going back was both financial need and the potential opportunities. I imagined that if I stuck it out, I could build connections with supervisors and managers to eventually move up in the company. This long term thinking kept me from acting on the temptation to quit. With perseverance and networking internally, I was able to gain a Team Leader position which was less labor-intensive than my initial warehouse role picking and packing items. My optimism drove me to look beyond the present challenges and see a path forward. I learned that it's often worthwhile to persist through difficulty if longer term benefits are possible. By overcoming the physical demands through a positive mindset and relationship building, I was able to advance in that company.

student-779

Interview

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

Interview

I think that this is a clear scenario of unprofessionalism. As a doctor, I have the patient's best interest at heart and have to follow the principle of beneficence. Although the relationship could be good for the patient, an intimate relationship between a doctor and patient is unprofessional and could impact the patient's care. The patient may be more inclined to follow a certain treatment just because the physician recommended it, which could affect their health outcomes. I would first have a private conversation with my colleague to understand the situation fully. I would not want to jump to conclusions or accuse them of something untrue. In our discussion, I would share my observations and ask questions to learn more, like how long the relationship has lasted, how serious it is, and if they are considering marriage. Based on the answers, I would decide what to do next. There are consequences to my colleague's actions. If it has been a long, serious relationship, I would consult the clinic's ethical policies to see if such relationships are allowed, and under what conditions. If so, I may have the patient switch doctors since it is still unprofessional. Or if they met outside the clinic and plan to marry, perhaps they can continue dating as the policies permit. If it seems more casual, I would encourage my colleague to speak with HR for guidance, and likely end the relationship if HR agrees it is inappropriate. I would follow up to ensure the situation is handled properly, and support my colleague through the process. Ultimately, I cannot make a unilateral decision without considering all factors and clinic policies. But I would aim to address this ethically and professionally.

student-792

Interview

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

Interview

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

Interview

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

Interview

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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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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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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Yeah. This idea of a bonus fee per doctor visit for me, on the surface of things, it does not sound like a really good idea. The reason why is because it will create scenarios where nonadherence may arise. And nonadherence as a prospective physician assistant, I understand how risky and how dangerous that is. By nonadherence, I mean the fact that a lot of patients or potential patients may see that cost and not think that their particular condition is worth going to see the doctor for. For example, an older patient who may experience headaches. A headache could be an underlying factor, an underlying symptom for a much more severe condition like a stroke or some forms of diabetes or other heart disease. So that could create some confusion and that could all stem from that additional cost that comes from those visits. And another way I could see nonadherence coming up in this scenario is through patients just not following through with additional follow-ups, for example, or prescriptions. In my experience, when I was volunteering at a family walk-in clinic in the Peel region of Ontario, I've spoken and had conversations with some patients who did not feel like going through with their prescription was worth it. One person who I was having a chat with a few months ago during the middle part of my journey as a clinical volunteer told me how he had some form of eczema. And there was this cream, this topical cream that was prescribed to him by the physician at the clinic. But he was telling me how because of how expensive and pricey it was, that he didn't feel it was necessary or worth it to follow through with it. But now we can see that and how it's reflected in this scenario where some patients may see that cost and think that it's way too hefty and not follow up with what a physician may suggest or a prescription or another visit or a visit to another specialized clinic. And these are all factors that do come into play when creating this new policy. But one positive impact that I could see come out from this new change could be the decreased wait times as some patients may see that their condition isn't as serious or necessary to visit a doctor. And that could overall in the long run decrease how many patients there are in a clinic at a specific time. But once again, that does intertwine with the negative impacts because if a patient feels like symptoms aren't as serious, where do we draw that line? Where it becomes serious or where it may be part of an underlying disease that may be more serious? So that is yeah.

student-797

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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

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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

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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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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

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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

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I don't believe reaching a certain age alone is reason enough to require someone to give up driving. Doing so restricts their freedom and autonomy which can negatively impact the patient-provider relationship. As a prospective healthcare provider, I aim to treat people equally regardless of age, gender or other factors. This perspective comes in part from an experience I had volunteering at a family medicine clinic. An elderly patient in his 80s came in with his adult son. My fellow volunteer, who was around my age, spoke only to the son as if the elderly man couldn't express himself. I could see the change in the elderly man's demeanor as he apparently felt dismissed and limited. This illustrated to me that we shouldn't make assumptions about capabilities based solely on advanced age. Where do we draw the line about being too old or too young? Imposing restrictions due to age alone can lead to inequalities. I strive to avoid discrimination and value each individual while providing care.

student-778

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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 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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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 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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Thanks for the question. In this case, it's a very difficult scenario because while I care about this boy's well being and also want to ensure transparency and honesty when communicating with him, I also have to balance the importance of respecting his parents decision as well. The first thing I would do in this specific scenario is try to understand why the parents don't want to tell the twelve year old boy about the diagnosis. There are many possible reasons and I don't want to assume. It could be that it could damage him or hurt him psychologically. It could be that perhaps his mental wellbeing could adversely affect his physical health, or perhaps there might be a risk of self harm if that boy finds out he was diagnosed with a terminal illness. There are a multitude of reasons, and I would set up a private meeting with both of the parents to have an open and honest conversation regarding their concerns. After hearing their concerns, then I would probably help them share some alternatives. So I would also share my point of view. Specifically in this specific scenario, I can understand that the boy, if he doesn't know, he would not be able to make an autonomous choice since there is no minimum decision making capacity. If that boy has demonstrated comprehension as well as insight and demonstrated decision making capacity as a physician, it's also important to ensure that the boy can have an autonomous choice and make decisions that reflect his own personal values and beliefs. For example, his beliefs of continuing with the type of treatment and the types of side effects he's willing to endure might be completely different than that of his parents. So it's really important to have an open dialogue and understand the boys preferences in order to have him make an informed and autonomous decision making process. However, with the parents, they also have a concern and after gathering more information, I would try to and after sharing that with the parents on the boy's autonomy and ability to make an informed decision, I would try to again see the scenario. If the parents are concerned that the boy might self harm after finding out this news, then I would not tell the boy because that could be very dangerous to him and perhaps he needs some time to digest this information. However, if it is for perhaps alternative reasons such as the parents may not know how to disclose this news to the boy or they're not ready to do so yet, I would try to respect that. And if they want to disclose at a certain point, then I would help them in any way I can. Perhaps setting up a meeting with all of us. And perhaps I can disclose it, or his parents can disclose it, but being very sensitive about it while also to the boy explaining it in a way so that he can understand what a malignancy is and what are some of the consequences and repercussions. I think if this is a scenario, I would definitely encourage the parents to disclose the news to the boy so that we can also understand his values and preferences and help create care that is comprehensive and also takes into account his perspective while also helping him with therapy or other types of counseling so that he can digest and take in this information. So ultimately, in summary, my main concern here is again for the boys' wellbeing. I would first want to gather a lot more information from the parents on their primary concern as to why they don't want to disclose this means. I would then after listening to them share some of my concerns such as perhaps the boy. We're not integrating the boys will and autonomous allowing him to make an autonomous choice. And lastly, I would try to if there is no risk that this boy is involved in may self harm, then I would try to encourage the parents to share that with the boy and facilitate that conversation. So we are navigating that in a sensitive way. This is a very difficult topic in general because again there are no easy alternatives. However, it's really important to be patient and to acknowledge that since this boy is a minor, the parents may know something that I don't and so we need to respect that and respect the parents' decision.

student-833

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I can share an experience when I was working at a nursing home during the pandemic and facilitating visits between residents and their families. To give a bit more context, I started in the summer of 2020 working at this nursing home. At the time we had just started to open up visits between residents and their families, but all of the visits were outside and they needed to maintain physical distancing. The schedule for the visits was really tightly packed because people hadn't seen their family members in a long time and so there wasn't a ton of time for each visit - I believe they had 30 minutes. Our schedule was pretty much always full because we only had so many spots so that everyone could maintain physical distancing. It was important that I was bringing residents downstairs and outside to their visits on time so that they got the full amount of time with their family members. That was really important to me because it had been so long since they had seen their family and it's really good for their mental wellbeing. I wanted them to be able to have this time. In an effort to ensure that I was on time for the schedule, I would go up early to their rooms and I made sure that I had enough time to bring them down. But the issue was I wasn't trained on any sort of lifts, so if a patient or a resident was in bed or needed to use the bathroom before going down for their visit, I did not have the training to do that and it would have been unsafe if I had attempted to do that. So I had to go and ask a PSW or a nurse to help me get the resident ready to go outside in those cases. Now, this was difficult because sometimes the PSWs were pretty much always very busy. They had a lot of residents and needed to be doing showers or helping with feeding and so on. And so I felt really badly going and asking for help, but again, I could not do it on my own without jeopardizing the safety of the resident. So I went and I would ask them and I had a positive relationship with the PSWs, so they didn't mind helping, but I could tell that they were very overwhelmed and I wanted to make the process a bit easier. What I did was from then on, I would print off a schedule of the visits and bring that to the nurses and PSWs every morning. It would be posted in the nurse's room every morning so that they knew when each resident was going down to their visits and they could prepare when it was most convenient for them. They weren't in the middle of showering a resident when I was trying to find them to toilet another resident. I also asked them for their feedback - was this working for them? It seemed to be working better, but I wanted to make sure that I was integrating feedback from them. They actually asked me, after their shift change in the afternoon, if I could come up and just give them a rundown of the afternoon visit schedule, which I was happy to do, and that let things run a lot smoother. It also let me get all of the residents down safely to their visits and in a timely manner so they could have that time with their families. It built my relationship and a positive relationship with the PSWs and nurses because I think they understood that I respected their time and I could see that they were very busy. Although I needed their help, I think that they felt respected in the process. I also made sure that I was helping them in return. I didn't want to just be taking and asking them for help. I wanted to ease their burden as well. So I would help them with feeding at meal times and with the snack cart. I would spend time with residents who took a bit more of their time attention wise and just help them out in those ways. I think that's really important in a future career as a physician, because I'm not going to have all of the answers, depending on my specialty. There's going to be times where I'm going to need help from other physicians, from other specialties, and I'll need help from other members of the healthcare team in order to optimize patient outcomes. I want to ensure that although I need help, I am not just taking from others and I'm also contributing to this healthcare team and communicating with them in order to come to the best solution for our patients.

student-802

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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

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There are many reasons I want to be a doctor, but my personal patient experiences were what first made me want to pursue a career in medicine. When I was 15, I was in and out of the hospital for about a year due to a recurrent parapneumonic effusion. To be perfectly honest, I wasn't the best patient. I was really frustrated because I was a high achieving student athlete. I was missing a lot of school and practice. But I met some amazing doctors who really listened to my worries, my concerns, and they made me feel very understood. I felt like they saw me for the person that I was rather than the situation I was in, and they could kind of see past my teenage angst, and they would joke around with me about when I would rank their nasal endoscopy skills or talk to me about my biology homework. They also helped to develop a treatment plan that would allow me to get back to my training and get back to school. Those experiences inspired me to want to do the same for other people. I want to pursue a career in medicine so that I can make other people experiencing chronic illness or other medical issues feel seen and understood, advocated for during these really difficult times. But with that being said, a career in medicine is very challenging. So I wanted to make sure I explored my options and knew that this was for sure the direction I wanted to go. A couple of years ago, I started volunteering at a family medicine clinic in Stratford. And last year, I completed an internship at a hospital in Peterborough through my program. These clinical experiences really confirmed that this was the path I wanted to take. I honestly can't see myself doing anything other than being a doctor. Through those experiences, I learned how interesting the human body was. It's so complex. But there are also the problem solving skills and critical thinking skills that are required to develop a treatment plan and diagnose patients. It reminds me a bit of a really complex puzzle, putting all of these pieces together for each patient to create the optimal treatment plan. I just think it's so interesting. But also, you have this science aspect integrated with the social aspect of medicine. You're collaborating with a healthcare team. I really value being part of a team. I was part of a team sport for many years, and so I really enjoyed that aspect of medicine. But also you're collaborating with patients. I feel like the social aspect of medicine would keep the job really interesting because you could have ten patients who all have the flu, but your interactions with them are going to be so different because every person is unique. I really enjoy how I can have both the science aspect and the social aspect because I enjoy working with people, and I also enjoy science. I feel like that's kind of unique to medicine. The last reason why I want to pursue a career in medicine is because it would allow me to be a lifelong learner and continue with research. I'm currently finishing up my Master's degree. I'm very passionate about my research, but with research, sometimes you don't get to be the person to apply your findings. In medicine, I could continue with research to some extent and continue with some research projects and stay involved in that research community, but actually get to apply those findings to a clinical setting and see the results of that research, which I feel would be so rewarding. And so that's a huge reason why I would like to be a doctor.

student-803

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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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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

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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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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

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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.

student-714

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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

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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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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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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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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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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

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

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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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

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

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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

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

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

Interview

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 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.

student-732

Interview

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

Interview

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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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

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In this complex situation, I would aim to respect the autonomy of both individuals while remaining mindful of the power imbalance and professional boundaries at play. As a physician in a position of authority, engaging in a sexual relationship with a patient is generally considered unethical, legally prohibited, and condemned by society. I would bring this problematic nature to the physician's and patient's attention - while they are consenting adults, they may not realize the severity of consequences. Since the physician is not directly treating the patient, it may be ethically permissible given their autonomy over personal relationships. However, the physician's role still warrants prudence. I would emphasize the reputational and legal risks so they can make an informed decision, while upholding my duty to caution against potentially abusive dynamics. My goal is to both respect their agency and provide guidance to protect all parties involved.

student-743

Interview

Three key qualities that exemplify my personable nature are communication skills, patient advocacy, and ability to collaborate. Peers in school, work, and my personal life would describe me as personable - someone who connects well with others. This involves qualities like effectively communicating, standing up for patients, and finding common ground. I demonstrated these traits early on in my clinical experience volunteering at a family medical clinic. One day an elderly male patient was giving the receptionists a hard time and the other introverted volunteers looked to me to intervene. Despite having no experience, I approached the man and acknowledged his frustration. I engaged him in conversation, asked about his grandchildren, and found commonalities to establish a connection. Though initially angry, he soon relaxed and we had a meaningful interaction. This exemplified using communication, advocacy, and collaboration to resolve a tense situation. The ability to build rapport is so valuable for a healthcare provider. As a prospective physician assistant, I want to bring my personable nature to relate to patients, make them feel heard, and build trust. My interpersonal skills allow me to connect with diverse people, understand their needs, and forge lasting relationships. These qualities represent my strengths.

student-788

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

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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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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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The prompt is to discuss gambling in the larger sense and its implications for society. There are a lot of pros and cons to gambling. It is seen as a recreational activity - it can bring people together, give them something to do, be a stress reliever, or just fun if you go to a casino or buy a lottery ticket. Those are considered forms of gambling that can be harmless. However, gambling also has significant downsides in that it can become addictive. Once addicted, it is very difficult to break the habit and can impact not just the gambler but their family and friends. It's difficult for addicted gamblers to see when they cross a line. Addiction is an illness that needs to be treated as such. If someone with a gambling problem asks you for money, it's important not to give in right away. You need to convey worry for what they'll do with the money. Remain calm and not argumentative or accusatory - that doesn't help in these situations. Approach delicately. Recommend solutions - say you're coming as a supportive friend who has looked into resources that can help, some form of rehabilitation may be necessary because you want them to avoid further harm. Identify you're trying to help, not control. Ultimately it is their choice to seek help, but your role is to facilitate that discussion and encourage them to reach out. Gambling can have really detrimental impacts - I've heard of people losing homes, affecting family. I don't think the pros ever outweigh the cons. It can become a very harmful habit. I personally don't enjoy gambling, so maybe I'm biased, but I recognize it can be fun and social for some. Organizations that run gambling have a duty to not promote unhealthy behavior and provide resources for those who become addicted. Friends and family have a duty to each other, and the community has a duty. But organizations like OLG have a responsibility to ensure they don't promote unhealthy habits and provide resources for gambling addiction.

student-812

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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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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 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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The issue is that I believe this is not ethical at all. I understand the doctor's perspective - they may feel they have created some sort of relationship. However, as a doctor, this should not be allowed. There is a significant power imbalance between the patient and physician. It's uncertain how much real consent the vulnerable patient can provide. This power imbalance contributes to the unethical nature of the situation. Another reason is that it dismisses proper care - the interaction creates bias that interferes with care. Finally, it violates professional boundaries that doctors must maintain as professionals and in a hospital setting. For these reasons, I do not believe it is ethical at all.

student-722

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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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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 this complex situation, I would aim to uphold my duties as a medical professional while also seeking to understand the individual's perspective. I would have a private conversation to gather details on their concerns with being hospitalized and empathize with their reasoning. Perhaps past hospital trauma is fueling this behavior. Recognizing the motivations behind their actions is key. I would offer emotional support and tailor my approach to accommodate their needs with sensitivity. This may involve being mindful when providing medical advice and directing them to additional mental health resources. My priority is fulfilling my role as their provider while also showing compassion. By listening and gaining insight into their viewpoint, I can better serve this patient in an ethically sound manner that addresses both their medical and emotional needs during a difficult hospitalization.

student-748

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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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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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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

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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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To start off, I would immediately acknowledge the owner's and customer's complaint over the subpar quality of the food. The rationale behind my first action is to hold myself and our team accountable. After acknowledging and addressing the problem, I would speak with the two employees about our performance and how we could improve our cooking techniques. I feel that reprimanding the two underage employees is unnecessary due to the potential impact on morale and their trust in me as a manager. Additionally, I would need to gather information from my team as to why they could not cook the meals properly - was it due to how busy they were, are we currently understaffed during a lunch rush, or did I not train them properly on how to cook a burger? To conclude, I would first apologize to our franchisee on our subpar quality for the last 30 minutes. Then I would inform and retrain my staff or make adjustments to better accommodate our workload.

student-717

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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

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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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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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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.

student-765

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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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This is a difficult situation that requires considering multiple perspectives - that of the physician dating their patient, the patient themselves, and my own role and duty in this situation. As the patient's physician, they likely see them as a trustworthy source of care. However, physician-patient relationships have an inherent power imbalance, as physicians hold greater medical knowledge, which can unduly influence patients' decisions. This could lead to the physician not prioritizing evidence-based care with this particular patient. As this represents a conflict of interest, it raises ethical concerns regarding patient care at the clinic. Having recognized this issue, I have a duty to address it professionally and calmly, not making any rash judgments. I should initiate a discussion with the physician to outline my observations non-accusatorily. Framing this as a legal and risk mitigation issue may make it easier to convey. Emphasizing our shared commitment to patients' wellbeing is paramount. An alternative could be transferring the patient's care to me, allowing continuity while eliminating the conflict of interest. With trust between us, they may agree this is best. Please let me know if you need any clarification or have additional questions.

student-827

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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.

student-791

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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In this situation, a few social implications of a free needle exchange program would be definitely a positive benefit to the current vulnerable populations that may not have access to clean utensils, may not have the funds or the ability to get SDI checked. They also could be a population of the lower socioeconomic status as often drug users are. And so a program like this would definitely help allow them to give them a space where they can perform activities in a safe manner, although it's a very important way to stress harm reduction. So a medical implication of this would be that the needle exchange program could allow for the reduced risk of HIV transmission, for hepatitis transmission. So that would definitely be a benefit to the population that this program would be targeting. Additionally, this program definitely has the added benefit of providing a physician referral. So it can allow these patients or these potential patients that now they know that their screen has come back positive with something, they might not have a primary care physician or have the funds to go to an urgent clinic. So it would be beneficial that a physician referral is given to the patient because they have somewhere to go to and they know that after receiving this information there is a next step for them. So that could be a good medical implication as well. Another potentially social medical implication of this program could be that the existence of a needle exchange program. Some could argue that this would provide a motivating factor to continue in these dangerous activities. However, it can be also argued that a needle exchange program can help with ensuring that communicable diseases and active infectious diseases actually go down within a population. And additionally for a viable alternative. Some viable alternatives could be pharmacies that hand out or provide clean needles to populations that ask and also a safe place to dispose used needles so that they aren't in the streets or where someone can accidentally step on a sharp needle that's been injected with someone else and prevent potentially transferred for a communicable disease. Additionally, another viable alternative could be free STI testing at local clinics. A lot of states and local regional health programs offer clinics that provide free and anonymous sexual health disease testing. That could also be beneficial as well.

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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.

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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.

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You know, even though I understand that everyone wants to go and that it's a really great opportunity for everyone, I simply do not have the money to let everybody go. And it is my responsibility to make sure that the trip is well planned and that requires money. However, it's also my responsibility to accommodate members of my team. So I think first, the first thing I would do is speak with my two other colleagues, because I think we have to address the situation as a team, since we are a team, and I would ask them first what they would do in this situation and also explain what I would do. And we can just brainstorm and gather ideas together. Then if we don't find any ideas, I would of course tell the other team members that we have a problem, and I would explain to them the problem, because if I were them, I would not like to be left out of the blue. So I would of course tell them what's going on and also take their input into consideration. If we still don't have any ideas and no one suggested any ideas, then I would actually talk to the university and ask them if we could have another payment for our club so that we can all go, and I would explain to them the situation. I can also collaborate with the other clubs and other universities and ask them if they have other fundings and collaborate with them and ask them where they got their money from. If that does not work, I could also find cheaper accommodations. Like if we have to travel, then I'll find cheaper hotels and cheaper transportation ways to go there. If that still doesn't work, then I would have to sacrifice myself. But I don't think I'll be missing out on much because I would join on Zoom. I would ask the others to film everything and to post them and to call me and film everything. So that would be me along with the five other members who can go. We'd make sure to film everything that is essential. If that still does not work, then I would only let three members go. But who would I choose? I would choose those who can do the most and can learn the most. So I would take the most motivated people, actually. And I created Google Forms, where I would ask questions about everybody's motivations, and I would only take the members who have actually shown interest into the club and who have participated a lot since I'd assume they're the ones who are the most invested and who are the most interested. I would also take the people whose answers were well thought and that I saw they passed a lot of time on it. However, I would also make sure that this is only a one time thing, and I would make sure that for the other trips we're organized, that we have enough money. And I think if we're to this point where I didn't have any money left, it means that I didn't organize everything well. So I would have to check on where I went wrong and have to fix the solution or the problem by myself and with my other teammates. And yeah, lastly, I would just follow up and ask if everybody's okay with the solution. And if they aren't, well, I'll take their criticism into consideration and try to accommodate them on my best. So I just follow up with them.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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This is an incredibly difficult situation and likely the worst thing a physician could experience - seeing your patient die after discharge. The family's question about why you discharged the patient is completely valid. First, I would avoid becoming defensive. I would review the case notes, surgery recording if available, and consult other physicians involved in the patient's care to see if any mistakes or oversights occurred. I would do this quickly to get answers for the family. I would arrange a meeting with the family soon after to express my deepest condolences and give them space to share their concerns and frustrations. I would explain my rationale for discharging the patient based on her status at the time. If my review found no issues with her care, I would communicate we discharged her without expecting this outcome. I would do everything possible to understand what happened and be open to an autopsy with their consent. Most importantly, I would not absolve myself of potential blame. I would offer transparent theories about what could have occurred and potential solutions or ways to rectify the situation, even if unlikely to fully assuage their concerns. I would aim to be as open and honest as possible about what went wrong if anything did, or explain our reasoning if not. I would discuss what could have been done differently in hindsight and validate their concerns. There are many potential approaches, but the priorities are avoiding defensiveness, answering all questions, looking for more answers, and being transparent. This is devastating for the family, and no explanation will be fully satisfying. But I would work to help them get the answers they need while expressing empathy for their loss. Admitting fault if applicable and working to prevent recurrence is critical after an outcome like this.

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