Dr. Jerome Groopman (2007 Author Interview)

Dr. Jerome Groopman (2007 Author Interview)

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Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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Jerome Groopman, a Harvard authority on blood, cancer, and HIV, discusses the frequent errors in medical diagnosis. He highlights the prevalence of misdiagnosis, often due to cognitive shortcuts like anchoring. Groopman shares personal experiences of misdiagnosis, both as a doctor and a patient, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and patient involvement in diagnosis. He advocates for better understanding of cognitive errors and improved doctor-patient partnerships to reduce misdiagnosis rates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of people are commonly misdiagnosed according to Jerome Groopman?

5%

15%

30%

50%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used to describe the cognitive shortcut where doctors latch onto an initial impression?

Stereotyping

Heuristic

Bias

Anchoring

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Groopman's personal experience, what was the actual condition of the older woman he misdiagnosed?

Gastric ulcer

Aortic tear

Pneumonia

Heartburn

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many different opinions did Groopman receive from hand surgeons regarding his hand trauma?

Five

Four

Three

Two

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the fourth surgeon do differently that led to the correct diagnosis of Groopman's hand issue?

Prescribed medication

Used a new MRI technique

Suggested immediate surgery

Examined both hands and used dynamic X-rays

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key questions patients should ask their doctors to ensure accurate diagnosis?

What is the cost of treatment?

Can I get a second opinion?

How long have you been practicing?

What else could it be?

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Groopman, what can help reduce the rate of misdiagnosis?

More advanced technology

Increased patient-doctor partnership

Longer consultation times

Higher medical fees