Professor Stephen Hawking addresses Headway conference

The transcript describes a challenging medical journey where a doctor suggested turning off a ventilator, but the patient was transported to Addenbrookes for further treatment. Despite complications with the larynx requiring surgery, the patient faced communication challenges, initially relying on a spelling card to communicate.

What did the doctor suggest to the narrator's wife regarding his ventilator?

• To consult another doctor

• To change the ventilator model

• To turn off the ventilator

• To increase the ventilator settings

How was the narrator transported back to Addenbrookes?

• By train

• By car

• By air ambulance

• By ship

What complication did the narrator face with his larynx?

• It led to a loss of hearing

• It allowed food and saliva into his lungs

• It caused difficulty in breathing

• It caused severe headaches

What procedure was performed due to the larynx issue?

• Appendectomy

• Mudrick ostomy

• Tracheostomy

• Laryngectomy

How did the narrator communicate after losing the ability to speak?

• By writing on a board

• By typing on a computer

• By using sign language

• By raising eyebrows to select letters on a spelling card