Which of the following is NOT a benefit of being exposed to medical information and practices via entertainment?

A. Watching shows such as Grey's Anatomy has been shown to make women more likely to obtain a cancer screening.
B. Medical students improved communication skills with patients after viewing medical dramas.
C. Watching medical dramas enables viewers to do CPR appropriately.
D. Exposure to the dramatization of drug overdoses can increase knowledge about the dangers of self-poisoning.


Answer: C

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