“Scientific Method in Medicine”.
1. In your own words, explain how the scientific process is used when diagnosing a
patient. List each step in the Scientific Method and the corresponding step when giving
a medical diagnosis.
2. In your own words, why is re-evaluation an important step in this process?
3.Example problem: A patient goes to the doctor and tells them they have chest pain
and shortness of breath. Pretend you are the doctor. How would YOU use the scientific
method to diagnose this patient. Be very specific in this answer and list ALL the steps.
4. Give 3 specific examples on how engineering impacts the medical field? Go back
and read the engineering section again if you need. Be specific in your answer and use
your own words.
5. Health issues that are all over the world are always complex problems because so
many are involved. Why is it so hard to find a single solution to these health issues?
Give an explanation and then give a specific example to teach the class about. Be
specific in your answer and use your own words.
6. In your own words, tell me why the measles has not been eradicated (wiped out)
when we have a vaccination for the disease that is available to the world. Be specific
and use complete sentences.