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What can happen to a doctor who violates total abortion bans in some states?
What can happen to a doctor who violates total abortion bans in some states?
Women being pregnant makes them more desirable patients in emergency departments of ban states.
Women being pregnant makes them more desirable patients in emergency departments of ban states.
False
What is a significant consequence of the restrictions on abortion for pregnant women in some states?
What is a significant consequence of the restrictions on abortion for pregnant women in some states?
Refusal of basic medical care.
Defenders of total abortion bans argue that doctors should recognize ______ patients.
Defenders of total abortion bans argue that doctors should recognize ______ patients.
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What was the reason given for Kiersten Hogan's detention in the hospital?
What was the reason given for Kiersten Hogan's detention in the hospital?
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What has been a reason for limiting health exceptions to abortion bans?
What has been a reason for limiting health exceptions to abortion bans?
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Hospital employees informed Hogan that leaving the hospital could be considered an attempt to harm her fetus.
Hospital employees informed Hogan that leaving the hospital could be considered an attempt to harm her fetus.
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At least four women have died as a result of the strict abortion bans.
At least four women have died as a result of the strict abortion bans.
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What action did Elizabeth Weller take after her water broke?
What action did Elizabeth Weller take after her water broke?
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What concerning statement did Trump make regarding women who receive abortions if the procedure becomes illegal?
What concerning statement did Trump make regarding women who receive abortions if the procedure becomes illegal?
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Mylissa Farmer had to travel to __________ for an abortion due to the restrictions in her home state.
Mylissa Farmer had to travel to __________ for an abortion due to the restrictions in her home state.
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Match the actions with their consequences for pregnant women under abortion bans:
Match the actions with their consequences for pregnant women under abortion bans:
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What was the initial medical recommendation for Mylissa Farmer that was later overridden?
What was the initial medical recommendation for Mylissa Farmer that was later overridden?
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Amber Thurman was able to receive an abortion at home in Georgia without any issues.
Amber Thurman was able to receive an abortion at home in Georgia without any issues.
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The term __________ refers to the legal obligation of healthcare providers to act in the best interests of their patients.
The term __________ refers to the legal obligation of healthcare providers to act in the best interests of their patients.
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What medical procedure did doctors discuss for Amber Thurman to address her infection?
What medical procedure did doctors discuss for Amber Thurman to address her infection?
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Match the individuals with their actions or experiences during their pregnancies:
Match the individuals with their actions or experiences during their pregnancies:
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Amber Thurman received the needed medical treatment within a few hours of her arrival at the hospital.
Amber Thurman received the needed medical treatment within a few hours of her arrival at the hospital.
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What happened to Amanda Zurawksi after her water broke at 17 weeks?
What happened to Amanda Zurawksi after her water broke at 17 weeks?
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Candi Miller was previously told that another pregnancy could potentially _________ her.
Candi Miller was previously told that another pregnancy could potentially _________ her.
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What was a significant consequence of Amanda Zurawksi's experience post-water breaking?
What was a significant consequence of Amanda Zurawksi's experience post-water breaking?
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Healthcare personnel admitted a distressed pregnant woman quickly at Sacred Heart Emergency Center.
Healthcare personnel admitted a distressed pregnant woman quickly at Sacred Heart Emergency Center.
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What was the outcome of the maternal-mortality review committee's report on Thurman's death?
What was the outcome of the maternal-mortality review committee's report on Thurman's death?
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Match the patients to their respective situations:
Match the patients to their respective situations:
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Study Notes
Trump's Abortion Bans
- At least four women died after Roe v. Wade was overturned.
- Countless others suffered.
Arizona Abortion Movement
- Anti-abortion lawmakers and activists claim their laws aren't responsible for suffering and deaths.
- They are trying to absolve Trump of responsibility.
- Evidence shows harm to women since the Dobbs decision.
- Instead of acknowledging abortion as medical care, they blame pro-choice activists, media, and doctors.
- Georgia examples: Governor Kemp blamed "partisan activists" and misinformation.
- Charlotte Lozier Institute criticized abortion pills without addressing state abortion ban.
Legal and Medical Harm
- Abortion bans prevent doctors from providing care, leading to patient suffering and death.
- Doctors and organizations (e.g., American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) acknowledge this.
- Trump promised to appoint justices who would overturn Roe v. Wade. He kept this promise. This led to the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization 6-3 decision, allowing states to ban abortion.
- 13 states have total bans, with limited exemptions. Doctors face potential penalties, such as loss of license or imprisonment.
- Pregnant women in ban states face difficulties accessing essential medical care and autonomy due to the restrictions.
- Women face delays, refusal of treatment, and potentially dangerous situations.
Specific Examples (from the text)
- Josseli Barnica: Died of sepsis after a miscarriage, doctors citing abortion legality issues.
- Kiersten Hogan: Detained against her will in a hospital, leading to a stillbirth.
- Elizabeth Weller: Forced to wait until symptoms worsened before a medically necessary abortion.
- Amber Thurman: Forced to travel to another state for legal abortion care and complications arose after she received abortion medication.
- Amanda Zurawksi: Suffered infection and internal injury.
- Candi Miller: Faced pregnancy complications and refused care.
- Kylie Beaton: Forced to continue dangerous pregnancy due to the abortion ban, resulting in a more difficult/risky delivery.
- Samantha Casiano: Had to give birth to a baby due to the ban who lived only a short time.
- Mylissa Farmer: Forced to travel for an abortion due to delays.
- Kristen Anaya: Faced a prolonged delay in receiving abortion care.
Additional Examples (Cases discussed in detail):
- Several further women are mentioned as having similar experiences and difficulties accessing care
- The examples highlight the significant suffering and death caused by state-level abortion bans.
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This quiz explores the consequences of Trump's abortion bans following the overturn of Roe v. Wade. It delves into the legal, medical, and social effects on women's health and well-being, highlighting responses from lawmakers and activists. Understand the ongoing debates and implications of these policies.