[ SEVEN ] DAMN PSYCHOLOGISTS AND THEIR TRICK QUESTIONS.

[pink_caduceus]

A 24-year old woman comes to see her male physician complaining of pain and stiffness in the right lower quadrant of her back. During the physical exam to locate the extent and severity of her pain, she says, "Wow, you've got great hands, Doc. Just having you touch me helps me feel better." As the patient is getting dressed, she asks the

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[sismarysunshine]

This test is flawed.

There is no H. Make sure she is not a Pod Person. If so, proceed to administer a mercy killing.

[syncopation]

They actually ask you these kinds of questions for med school? I'm starting to doubt doctors.

[life_in_stereo_]

I would like to continue to be your physician. If y'know what I mean.

Well this explains a lot about Dad.

[dramabunny]

After perusing google, I would suggest the correct answer is E.

Dating the patient is clearly not suggested, and continuing to treat the patient when it is clear they have an interest may make certain situations awkward. Likewise referring the patient to a colleague could cause conflicts, so E, neither continuing to treat nor seeing the patient socially would be the safest possible route.

[dramabunny]

....In practice I imagine it is option Aa - Begin to see the patient socially and just don't tell anyone.

Possibly not the best answer if you are being tested.

[filming_revenge]

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Is this really what you medical types worry about?