Medical Fact or Cap
Can cracking your knuckles cause arthritis?
A. No, there is no proven link between knuckle cracking and arthritis.
B. Yes, it damages the joints and leads to arthritis.
C. Only if you crack your knuckles daily.
D. It depends on the person’s age.
What is...
A. No, there is no proven link between knuckle cracking and arthritis.
Which of the following standardized tests is commonly required for admission to U.S. medical schools?
A) SAT
B) MCAT
C) GRE
D) LSAT
What is...
C) MCAT
As an undergraduate, to go into medical school I have to major in something relating to biology
a. Yes, a biology major is required to apply for medical school
b. Yes, biology overlaps with pre-med requirements
c. No, I don't need to take science courses to go to medical school
d. No, as long as I complete the necessary pre-med requirements I can apply
What is...
d. No, as long as I complete the necessary pre-med requirements I can apply
The main function of the small intestine
a. Absorbing nutrients from food
b. Absorbing water to form solid waste
c. Producing bile
d. Producing urine
What is...
a. Absorbing nutrients from food
The percentage of Physicians that are Black
a. 12%
b. 5.7%
c. 9.4%
d. 7.5%
What is...
b. 5.7%
2. Does eating sugar make children hyperactive?
A. Yes, sugar causes hyperactivity in children.
B. No, research shows no direct link between sugar and hyperactivity.
C. Only if consumed in large amounts.
D. Only during holidays or parties.
What is...
B. No, research shows no direct link between sugar and hyperactivity.
When should a prospective medical school applicant generally start preparing for the MCAT exam?
A) 6 months to 1 year before taking the test
B) After gaining clinical experience
C) Immediately after high school graduation
D) After submitting their medical school application
What is...
A) 6 months to 1 year before taking the test
The healthcare professional that can prescribe medicine and create treatment plans, without having to attend medical school
a. OT
b. PA
c. RN
d. CNA
What is...
b. PA
Indicates a stroke during a neurological exam
a. Nausea
b. Headache
c. Dizziness
d. Trouble speaking
What is...
d. Trouble speaking
This percentage of Black women in the U.S. have reported experiencing some form of discrimination in healthcare settings?
a. 25%
b. 50%
c. 70%
d. 90%
What is...
c. 70%
Do you need antibiotics to recover from a cold?
A. Yes, antibiotics kill the viruses that cause colds.
B. No, colds are caused by bacteria, not viruses.
C. No, antibiotics only work against bacterial infections.
D. Only if the symptoms last more than a week
What is...
C. No, antibiotics only work against bacterial infections.
What is the typical purpose of a "personal statement" in the medical school application process?
A) To showcase scientific research experience
B) To explain why the applicant wants to pursue medicine and their personal journey
C) To list academic honors and awards
D) To provide letters of recommendation
What is...
B) To explain why the applicant wants to pursue medicine and their personal journey
The career that involves developing treatment plans for those recovering from physical injuries
a. Physical Therapist
b. Physician's Assistant
c. Nurse
d. Optometrist
What is...
a. Physical Therapist
Function of the arteries
a. Carry blood towards the heart
b. Carry nutrients towards the heart
c. Carry blood away from the heart
d. Control direction of blood flow
What is...
c. Carry blood away from the heart
Black patients are less likely than White patients to receive this treatment for chronic pain
a. Physical therapy
b. Prescription medication
c. Surgery
d. Counseling
What is...
b. Prescription medication
Can cold weather cause you to catch a cold?
A. Yes, exposure to cold temperatures directly causes colds.
B. No, colds are caused by viruses, not weather.
C. Only if you don’t dress warmly.
D. Only if you’re outside in the cold for a long time
What is...
B. No, colds are caused by viruses, not weather.
What is the significance of a "clinical experience" in the medical school application process?
A) It helps demonstrate the applicant’s ability to perform clinical procedure
B) It can replace the need for a high MCAT score
C) It is required to get letters of recommendation from health professionals
D) It shows the applicant’s commitment to the medical field and helps develop a deeper understanding of patient care
What is...
D) It shows the applicant’s commitment to the medical field and helps develop a deeper understanding of patient care
The profession that focuses on taking X-rays/other imaging
a. CNA
b. Radiologist
c. Radiology Technician
d. Pharmacist
What is...
c. Radiology Technician
The part of the brain that processes visual information
a. Occipital Lobe
b. Parietal Lobe
c. Frontal Lobe
d. Temporal Lobe
What is...
a. Occipital Lobe
The Black woman whose cells were used without her consent to create the first immortalized cell line
a. Henrietta Lacks
b. Mary Eliza Mahoney
c. Dorothy Vaughn
d. Ruth Ella Moore
Who is...
a. Henrietta Lacks
Does drinking 8 glasses of water a day apply to everyone?
A. Yes, it’s the universal rule for staying hydrated.
B. Only for athletes or active individuals.
C. Only during hot weather.
D. No, hydration needs vary based on diet, activity level, and climate.
What is...
D. No, hydration needs vary based on diet, activity level, and climate.
Which of the following best describes the "secondary application" in the medical school admission process?
A) An interview with the admissions committee
B) A standardized test that is required by some medical schools
C) An additional form sent directly from individual medical schools that often includes more specific essay questions
D) A form to submit after acceptance, confirming the applicant’s decision to attend
What is...
c. An additional form sent directly from individual medical schools that often includes more specific essay questions
The difference between a DO and MD
a. DOs have a more holistic approach, while MDs take a more illness-based approach
b. DOs have to do less school
c. DOs can't specialize in a specific field, while MDs can
d. MDs are more qualified
What is...
a. DOs have a more holistic approach, while MDs take a more illness-based approach
The imaging technique used to create a visual representation of the heart's chambers and valves
a. MRI
b. CT Scan
c. X-ray
d. Echocardiogram
What is...
d. Echocardiogram
In the 2021 Health Affairs study, this was identified as a significant contributor to health disparities faced by Black Americans in accessing healthcare services
a. Higher rates of insurance coverage
b. Implicit bias among healthcare providers
c. Greater availability of healthcare facilities
d. Increased participation in clinical trials
What is...
b. Implicit bias among healthcare providers