Grey's Anatomy Study Test 2:
Questions 50–100 with 100% verified
solutions (Case Studies) answers and
RATIONALES.
Grey's Anatomy Study Test: Questions 51–100
2. Major Disasters & Traumatic Events (50 Questions)
51. Case Study Title/Brief: The Hospital Shooting Aftermath
Case Presentation: Following the active shooter event (Season 6 finale), a
surgeon who suffered a gunshot wound to the chest requires an emergent
procedure. The surgical team must rapidly open the patient's chest to
directly visualize the injury and control massive bleeding.
The Question: The emergency procedure involving a large, rapid incision
into the chest wall to access the thoracic cavity, often performed in the ER
during penetrating trauma, is a(n):
A. Endoscopic Thoracoscopy
B. Exploratory Laparotomy
C. Emergent Thoracotomy
D. Pericardiocentesis
Correct Answer: C. Emergent Thoracotomy
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: This refers to the life-saving
procedure performed on Derek Shepherd after he was shot. An
Emergent Thoracotomy is used to quickly address
catastrophic intrathoracic bleeding or cardiac injury in the
trauma bay.
o Distractor Analysis: Thoracoscopy is minimally invasive;
Laparotomy is for the abdomen; Pericardiocentesis drains fluid
but doesn't allow for direct repair.
52. Case Study Title/Brief: The Plane Crash Injuries
,Case Presentation: After a catastrophic plane crash (Season 8 finale), the
surgical team member who suffered a crushing injury to their leg
developed a severe infection and systemic compromise, leading to the
decision to amputate the limb to save their life.
The Question: Which surgeon was the victim of the plane crash who
ultimately required a lower-leg amputation due to the severity of their
injuries and resulting complications?
A. Dr. Cristina Yang
B. Dr. Mark Sloan
C. Dr. Arizona Robbins
D. Dr. Lexie Grey
Correct Answer: C. Dr. Arizona Robbins
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: Arizona Robbins sustained
severe trauma to her left leg during the crash and subsequent
survival in the wilderness. The injury became necrotic and
septic, necessitating a life-saving amputation (Season 9).
o Distractor Analysis: Sloan and Grey died; Yang suffered
severe psychological trauma.
53. Case Study Title/Brief: The Ferry Crash Triage
Case Presentation: During the massive ferry accident (Season 3), a patient
is brought in with an impaled object—a large metal rod—stuck in their
torso. The surgical chief strictly instructs the interns not to remove the
object until the patient is in the OR with sufficient surgical control.
The Question: What is the primary medical reason for not removing a
deeply impaled foreign object in the field or ER?
A. The object might be blocking a spinal injury.
B. The object is preventing massive internal hemorrhage.
C. The object is needed for forensic evidence.
D. The patient might experience a psychological breakdown.
Correct Answer: B. The object is preventing massive internal hemorrhage.
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: The primary rule of impaled
objects, featured in the ferry crash episode with the man
, impaled by the sign, is that the object itself often acts as a
tamponade, sealing a damaged blood vessel. Removing it
before surgical control is established can cause the patient to
rapidly bleed out.
o Distractor Analysis: A is unlikely; C is secondary; D is not
the primary immediate medical concern.
54. Case Study Title/Brief: The Car Crash Victim
Case Presentation: A surgical resident, injured in a devastating motor
vehicle accident, is brought into the ER as an unidentified trauma. The
resident has severe head trauma and is covered in blood, making
identification difficult until a doctor recognizes a familiar name carved on
their hand.
The Question: Which resident was fatally injured after being hit by a bus
while trying to save a stranger, remaining unidentified ("007") until a clue
was found on their palm?
A. Dr. George O'Malley
B. Dr. Alex Karev
C. Dr. Izzie Stevens
D. Dr. Jackson Avery
Correct Answer: A. Dr. George O'Malley
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: George O'Malley (Season 5
finale) was the victim of a bus accident. His face was
unrecognizable, and he was dubbed "John Doe" or "007" until
he scribbled "007" (his least favorite nickname) on Meredith's
hand.
o Distractor Analysis: Karev and Avery survived similar near-
death situations; Stevens had cancer.
55. Case Study Title/Brief: The Mass Casualty Triage
Case Presentation: Following a large apartment fire, multiple smoke
inhalation victims are rushed to the ER. The trauma attending must
quickly sort patients into priority groups based on their likelihood of
survival and severity of injury.
Questions 50–100 with 100% verified
solutions (Case Studies) answers and
RATIONALES.
Grey's Anatomy Study Test: Questions 51–100
2. Major Disasters & Traumatic Events (50 Questions)
51. Case Study Title/Brief: The Hospital Shooting Aftermath
Case Presentation: Following the active shooter event (Season 6 finale), a
surgeon who suffered a gunshot wound to the chest requires an emergent
procedure. The surgical team must rapidly open the patient's chest to
directly visualize the injury and control massive bleeding.
The Question: The emergency procedure involving a large, rapid incision
into the chest wall to access the thoracic cavity, often performed in the ER
during penetrating trauma, is a(n):
A. Endoscopic Thoracoscopy
B. Exploratory Laparotomy
C. Emergent Thoracotomy
D. Pericardiocentesis
Correct Answer: C. Emergent Thoracotomy
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: This refers to the life-saving
procedure performed on Derek Shepherd after he was shot. An
Emergent Thoracotomy is used to quickly address
catastrophic intrathoracic bleeding or cardiac injury in the
trauma bay.
o Distractor Analysis: Thoracoscopy is minimally invasive;
Laparotomy is for the abdomen; Pericardiocentesis drains fluid
but doesn't allow for direct repair.
52. Case Study Title/Brief: The Plane Crash Injuries
,Case Presentation: After a catastrophic plane crash (Season 8 finale), the
surgical team member who suffered a crushing injury to their leg
developed a severe infection and systemic compromise, leading to the
decision to amputate the limb to save their life.
The Question: Which surgeon was the victim of the plane crash who
ultimately required a lower-leg amputation due to the severity of their
injuries and resulting complications?
A. Dr. Cristina Yang
B. Dr. Mark Sloan
C. Dr. Arizona Robbins
D. Dr. Lexie Grey
Correct Answer: C. Dr. Arizona Robbins
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: Arizona Robbins sustained
severe trauma to her left leg during the crash and subsequent
survival in the wilderness. The injury became necrotic and
septic, necessitating a life-saving amputation (Season 9).
o Distractor Analysis: Sloan and Grey died; Yang suffered
severe psychological trauma.
53. Case Study Title/Brief: The Ferry Crash Triage
Case Presentation: During the massive ferry accident (Season 3), a patient
is brought in with an impaled object—a large metal rod—stuck in their
torso. The surgical chief strictly instructs the interns not to remove the
object until the patient is in the OR with sufficient surgical control.
The Question: What is the primary medical reason for not removing a
deeply impaled foreign object in the field or ER?
A. The object might be blocking a spinal injury.
B. The object is preventing massive internal hemorrhage.
C. The object is needed for forensic evidence.
D. The patient might experience a psychological breakdown.
Correct Answer: B. The object is preventing massive internal hemorrhage.
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: The primary rule of impaled
objects, featured in the ferry crash episode with the man
, impaled by the sign, is that the object itself often acts as a
tamponade, sealing a damaged blood vessel. Removing it
before surgical control is established can cause the patient to
rapidly bleed out.
o Distractor Analysis: A is unlikely; C is secondary; D is not
the primary immediate medical concern.
54. Case Study Title/Brief: The Car Crash Victim
Case Presentation: A surgical resident, injured in a devastating motor
vehicle accident, is brought into the ER as an unidentified trauma. The
resident has severe head trauma and is covered in blood, making
identification difficult until a doctor recognizes a familiar name carved on
their hand.
The Question: Which resident was fatally injured after being hit by a bus
while trying to save a stranger, remaining unidentified ("007") until a clue
was found on their palm?
A. Dr. George O'Malley
B. Dr. Alex Karev
C. Dr. Izzie Stevens
D. Dr. Jackson Avery
Correct Answer: A. Dr. George O'Malley
Rationale:
o Medical/Plot Explanation: George O'Malley (Season 5
finale) was the victim of a bus accident. His face was
unrecognizable, and he was dubbed "John Doe" or "007" until
he scribbled "007" (his least favorite nickname) on Meredith's
hand.
o Distractor Analysis: Karev and Avery survived similar near-
death situations; Stevens had cancer.
55. Case Study Title/Brief: The Mass Casualty Triage
Case Presentation: Following a large apartment fire, multiple smoke
inhalation victims are rushed to the ER. The trauma attending must
quickly sort patients into priority groups based on their likelihood of
survival and severity of injury.
