SituationalIntermediateMMI station
You discover a classmate has a copy of the upcoming exam and is sharing it. What do you do?
Situational: A practical problem in school, clinic or work. What do you do next?
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Sample answer outline
- Don't look at it, and say so.
- Find out what you can without spreading it: is it really the exam, and how widely is it shared?
- Encourage the classmate to stop and come forward.
- Tell the course director either way. The exam's fairness affects everyone, and future patients depend on honest assessment.
- Stay fair: you're reporting facts, not judging the person.
What makes it work
- Links academic honesty to patient trust, the real stakes.
How to approach situational questions
- Start with safety: is anyone at risk right now?
- Gather information before judging anyone involved.
- Act in proportion: a private conversation first, escalation when needed.
- Close the loop: follow up, document and reflect.
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