CASPer: Flashcards

You are a medical student and discover a classmate has been fabricating patient interaction notes. What is the most appropriate first step?

Answer: Confront the classmate privately and encourage them to self-report

Giving the classmate an opportunity to self-report respects their autonomy while still addressing the ethical violation directly.

During a CASPer scenario, a friend asks you to cover for them by lying about their whereabouts to their supervisor. What should you do?

Answer: Decline to lie but offer to help them handle the situation honestly

Refusing to lie while offering constructive support upholds integrity without abandoning the relationship.

A patient tells you confidential information but also discloses intent to harm a specific person. What is the most appropriate response?

Answer: Break confidentiality and warn the intended victim and authorities

Duty-to-warn obligations override standard confidentiality when there is a credible, specific threat of harm to others.

You witness a supervisor behaving rudely toward a patient. The patient looks distressed but says nothing. What do you do?

Answer: Check in with the patient afterward and document the incident appropriately

Attending to the patient's wellbeing first and then documenting ensures patient advocacy without escalating unprofessionally in the moment.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the CASPer test in professional school admissions?

Answer: To evaluate situational judgment, professionalism, and interpersonal skills

CASPer is specifically designed to assess non-cognitive skills like empathy, ethics, and communication relevant to professional practice.

You are part of a group project and one member consistently does not contribute. The deadline is tomorrow. What is the best approach?

Answer: Have a direct conversation with them about the impact of their absence on the team

Direct communication gives the team member a chance to explain or contribute before taking escalating action.

A colleague discloses they are struggling with substance use but is still performing their clinical duties safely. What is the most appropriate response?

Answer: Express concern, encourage them to seek help, and monitor the situation closely

Expressing empathy and encouraging professional help balances colleague welfare with patient safety vigilance.