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professional conduct

Practice targeted AMC-style multiple-choice questions on professional conduct.

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A GP working in a hospital is observed getting into arguments with colleagues. Later, a colleague finds her disoriented and walking in the hallway. What is the most appropriate initial step?

A. Assume it is a personal matter and take no immediate action.
B. Advise the GP to go home and rest.
C. Talk to the GP privately to understand the issue.
D. Document the observations in the GP's personnel file.
E. Notify a superior or relevant authority (e.g., medical supervisor, head of department).
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A nurse in the psychiatry ward discloses that she is involved in a relationship with an ex-patient. What is the most appropriate action to take?

A. Inform AHPRA immediately.
B. Notify the senior medical director.
C. Take note of the conversation for your records only.
D. Ask the nurse to end the relationship immediately.
E. Report the matter to the nurse supervisor.
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A 22-year-old lady was wrongly given a B12 prescription for another patient. The error was noticed later at the pharmacy. What is the next step?

A. Notify the practice manager.
B. Report to AHPRA.
C. Apologize to the patient for the error.
D. Review practice procedures.
E. Document in patient notes.
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A 20-year-old female medical student arrives late, parties, and is attentive in consultations. What is the next step?

A. Discuss lateness and concerns.
B. Ignore the behavior as she is attentive in consultations.
C. Refer her for mandatory counseling.
D. Advise her to reduce partying.
E. Notify the university regarding suspected alcohol use during placement.
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A 20-year-old female medical student arrives late, parties, but is attentive in consultations. What is the next step?

A. Notify the university regarding suspected alcohol use during placement.
B. Advise her to reduce partying without discussing lateness.
C. Discuss lateness and concerns.
D. Report her directly to the Medical Board.
E. Ignore the behavior as long as she is attentive in consultations.
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