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Describe the flow of an RBC from the right atrium through to the aorta. How might this change if there was a hole between the two atria? When/why might you want a hole between the two atria?

SVC, RA, RAVV/Tricuspid, PA, PV, LA, LAVV/Bicuspid, LV, Aorta, Body.Because the RV has a higher pressure than the LA, a hole between the atria would largely result in blood flow bypassing the ventricle in...

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Interview question: Why should we give you an offer instead of another candidate; what separates you from the rest?

In answering this question, you will need to be careful, with the examiner looking forward to hearing your strengths, whilst also expecting you to be very careful in treading the line between arrogance an...

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How do I prepare for an Imperial College London Medical School Interview?

The interview is a 15 minute panel interview with 4 or 5 interviewers.They will ask the generic questions of why you want to study medicine and why you want to come to this specific university - so make s...

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What should I say during an interview to make me look better to a medical school?

That's a great question, and although there are no right or wrong answers for this, fact remains that they are looking to tick certain boxes with medical school interviews. They're looking for certain buz...

Answered by Eva T. • Medical School Preparation tutor

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How do I answer the question 'Why do you want to study medicine?'

This is a common question asked during many medical school interviews. The common answers may include ' I want to help people' or 'I love learning about the human body' - which, despite sounding cliché, a...

Answered by Jaeeun S. • Medical School Preparation tutor

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