Challenges faced by doctors.

What does "demand" refer to in the context of healthcare?

• The amount of money a hospital has to spend.

• The number of patients requiring medical care.

• A legal case against a doctor.

• The type of medical equipment needed.

What does "budget" mean in a hospital setting?

• The maximum amount of money available for expenses.

• The schedule of doctors working on a specific day.

• A loan given to medical students.

• The total number of patients seen in a day.

"Caseloads" refers to:

• The amount of money a doctor earns per year.

• The process of diagnosing an illness.

• The medical supplies available in a hospital.

• The number of patients a doctor is responsible for.

Doctors often work "shifts." What does this mean?

• Their work is divided into set time periods.

• They change hospitals frequently.

• They take extended breaks between surgeries.

• They are required to change specialties every year.

Why is "paperwork" considered a challenge for doctors?

• It refers to the medical books they need to read.

• It is a form of continuing education.

• It takes time away from patient care.

• It is an exam they must take every year.

"Exhaustion" is a common issue for doctors because:

• They have to study for many years.

• They often get sick from patients.

• They work long hours and deal with stress.

• They have to travel frequently.

A "shortage" of doctors means that:

• Doctors are retiring earlier than expected.

• There are not enough doctors to meet patient needs.

• Hospitals do not have enough funding.

• Medical schools are producing fewer graduates.

How does "debt" impact many doctors?

• It refers to unpaid hospital bills from patients.

• It means doctors are underpaid for their work.

• It is another term for hospital funding.

• hey often have large financial obligations due to medical school costs.

Medical students often rely on "loans" to:

• Pay for malpractice insurance.

• Reduce their work hours.

• Pay for their education.

• Get a higher salary after graduation.

What is "malpractice" in the medical field?

• A legal contract between a doctor and a patient.

• A serious mistake made by a doctor.

• The process of learning new surgical techniques.

• A type of insurance for hospitals.