Question

Sam wanted to present a speech on médical errors. He has procrastinated. Two days before the speech, he realized that no matter how hard he worked, his speech would be weak, and he could not do it justice. Instead of choosing a less technical topic or narrowing to one specific kind of medical mistake, he decided to push through it. He could make up for the scant and superficial content by wearing hospital scrubs, borrowed from his brother-in-law, and by sliding his glasses down his nose to make it easier to see his notecards and to match the stereotype of a health care provider.

1. Did Sam treat the audience with respect?
2. Name several things Sam should have done differently.
3. What would you do if you were Sam's instructor?
detail answer for the three question using your own words​

Answer 1

1. No, Sam did not treat the audience with respect. By choosing to wear hospital scrubs and slide his glasses down his nose to match the stereotype of a healthcare provider, he is attempting to deceive the audience and give the impression that he is more knowledgeable than he actually is. This is disrespectful to the audience because he is not presenting accurate information and is instead relying on appearances to impress them.

2. Several things Sam should have done differently include:

Choosing a less technical topic or narrowing down to one specific kind of medical mistake, as this would have allowed him to present more in-depth and accurate information.

Being honest with himself about his ability to present the speech, and either seeking help or postponing the presentation if necessary.

Not relying on appearances to compensate for a lack of content, as this is misleading to the audience and may cause them to lose trust in him as a presenter.

3. If I were Sam's instructor, I would have a conversation with him about the importance of honesty and accuracy in presentations. I would also encourage him to choose a more appropriate topic or narrow down the focus of his speech, and offer resources or assistance to help him prepare. If necessary, I would also consider postponing the presentation to allow him more time to prepare and gather accurate information. Ultimately, my goal as an instructor would be to help Sam present a high-quality and informative speech that is respectful to the audience.