PHP 1105 Final Exam 2023 Questions and Answers with
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When do medical school applications open?
May
Which application service is used for public medical schools in Texas?
TMDSAS
T/F It is a disadvantage to be a non-traditional applicant.
false
What are some examples of a non-traditional applicant?
- someone who served in the military
- someone who obtained a graduate degree before entering medical school
What are some important things to know when preparing for the MCAT?
- Ensure you have taken necessary pre-requisites
- Give yourself plenty of time
- Use all study resources to determine which method is best for you
- Consider your application cycle and when you hope to apply
T/F It is not important to apply early.
false
T/F If a medical school applicant is dishonest during the criminal background check,
they may be rejected from admission or have an offer of admission rescinded.
true
What is true of a Medical Science Masters or Post Baccalaureate programs?
It is built for students interested in pursuing medicine
What is recommended when asking for a letter of recommendation?
ask early
T/F It's okay to choose a non science major.
true
T/F A charge of academic misconduct could be found on an applicant's transcript.
true
Which application service is used for DO schools (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)?
AACOMAS
What should one wear to an interview?
Business Profession (A Suit)
In the video, Jade remarked on whether she decided to transfer her AP Biology credit.
What did she do?
She did not transfer her credit and was happy
Jonathan's advice regarding Sophomore year was
The courses are more difficult than freshman year so be prepared
T/F Medical School Admission Committees do not value qualitative personal and
professional awareness and only consider quantitative GPA and MCAT scores.
false
What is the best way to attain good letters of recommendation?
Make a conscientious effort to engage with your professors
Rahul notes that a difference between TMDSAS and the AMCAS service is that
, AMCAS limits you in listing only 10 activites and explain why they are the most
meaningful
Abby's insight into why Organic Chemistry is difficult is ...
It is a different way to approach Chemistry
In this course, Quiz, Midterm, and Final questions will be from the ...
Book Readings and Online Lectures
Jade's advice regarding Organic Chemistry was (it is also really good advice that
applies to all courses!) ...
A lot of online resources exist outside of the course material to help students
Which courses did Jonathan mention as being typical for sophomore pre-medical
students to take?
- genetics
- human physiology
- organic chemistry 1 &2
What is one of the things the students of the panel suggest doing during a gap year?
A 1-year master's program
What is evidence-based medicine?
A push to critically appraise evidence and then incorporate it into practice
What is used to determine grades in medical school?
- Tests
- Presentations
- Group or peer evaluations
How long was the longest "gap year" taken by one of the students on the panel?
3 years
Which standardized test must medical students take at the end of the first year/year and
a half of medical school?
USMLE CK Exam/Step 1
What does USMLE stand for?
United States Medical Licensing Exam
During the first two years of medical school, what are non-traditional styles that schools
have been incorporated during these basic years?
- team based learning
- some clinical learning
- stimulation learning
What pre-clinical curriculum is the "entire nation" switching to (what is the new system)?
18 month pre-clinical curriculum
What was an example given in the video of difficult times in medical school?
The death of family members
What is one of the main purposes of the frequent testing and specific testing methods of
medical school?
To prepare students for their board exams
What is one piece of advice the medical students would give if one were starting
medical school tomorrow?
Enjoy your day off
What are common ways that medical schools organize the curriculum of the first
year/year and a half?
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When do medical school applications open?
May
Which application service is used for public medical schools in Texas?
TMDSAS
T/F It is a disadvantage to be a non-traditional applicant.
false
What are some examples of a non-traditional applicant?
- someone who served in the military
- someone who obtained a graduate degree before entering medical school
What are some important things to know when preparing for the MCAT?
- Ensure you have taken necessary pre-requisites
- Give yourself plenty of time
- Use all study resources to determine which method is best for you
- Consider your application cycle and when you hope to apply
T/F It is not important to apply early.
false
T/F If a medical school applicant is dishonest during the criminal background check,
they may be rejected from admission or have an offer of admission rescinded.
true
What is true of a Medical Science Masters or Post Baccalaureate programs?
It is built for students interested in pursuing medicine
What is recommended when asking for a letter of recommendation?
ask early
T/F It's okay to choose a non science major.
true
T/F A charge of academic misconduct could be found on an applicant's transcript.
true
Which application service is used for DO schools (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)?
AACOMAS
What should one wear to an interview?
Business Profession (A Suit)
In the video, Jade remarked on whether she decided to transfer her AP Biology credit.
What did she do?
She did not transfer her credit and was happy
Jonathan's advice regarding Sophomore year was
The courses are more difficult than freshman year so be prepared
T/F Medical School Admission Committees do not value qualitative personal and
professional awareness and only consider quantitative GPA and MCAT scores.
false
What is the best way to attain good letters of recommendation?
Make a conscientious effort to engage with your professors
Rahul notes that a difference between TMDSAS and the AMCAS service is that
, AMCAS limits you in listing only 10 activites and explain why they are the most
meaningful
Abby's insight into why Organic Chemistry is difficult is ...
It is a different way to approach Chemistry
In this course, Quiz, Midterm, and Final questions will be from the ...
Book Readings and Online Lectures
Jade's advice regarding Organic Chemistry was (it is also really good advice that
applies to all courses!) ...
A lot of online resources exist outside of the course material to help students
Which courses did Jonathan mention as being typical for sophomore pre-medical
students to take?
- genetics
- human physiology
- organic chemistry 1 &2
What is one of the things the students of the panel suggest doing during a gap year?
A 1-year master's program
What is evidence-based medicine?
A push to critically appraise evidence and then incorporate it into practice
What is used to determine grades in medical school?
- Tests
- Presentations
- Group or peer evaluations
How long was the longest "gap year" taken by one of the students on the panel?
3 years
Which standardized test must medical students take at the end of the first year/year and
a half of medical school?
USMLE CK Exam/Step 1
What does USMLE stand for?
United States Medical Licensing Exam
During the first two years of medical school, what are non-traditional styles that schools
have been incorporated during these basic years?
- team based learning
- some clinical learning
- stimulation learning
What pre-clinical curriculum is the "entire nation" switching to (what is the new system)?
18 month pre-clinical curriculum
What was an example given in the video of difficult times in medical school?
The death of family members
What is one of the main purposes of the frequent testing and specific testing methods of
medical school?
To prepare students for their board exams
What is one piece of advice the medical students would give if one were starting
medical school tomorrow?
Enjoy your day off
What are common ways that medical schools organize the curriculum of the first
year/year and a half?
