19th Century Medical Technology

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Which device was developed by Rene Laennec in 1861 and is still widely used in medical practice?

Stethoscope (correct)

Sphygmomanometer

Spirometer

Microscope

What was the primary objective of the American Society for Clinical Pathology founded in 1922?

To improve the cooperation between physicians and clinical pathologists (correct)

To develop new diagnostic machines

To train laboratory technicians

To standardize laboratory procedures

Which medical technology was introduced in 1918 by John Kolmer?

Sphygmomanometer use in diagnostics

System for certifying laboratory technicians (correct)

Clinical pathology administrative units

The development of a newSpirometer

In which division of clinical laboratories would microbiology be classified as of 1920?

Bacteriology Signup and view all the answers

Which device is associated with the measurement of blood pressure?

Sphygmomanometer Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with the invention of the electrocardiograph?

William Einthoven Signup and view all the answers

Which medical device was introduced by Hermann von Helmholz in 1850?

Ophthalmoscope Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the training program established in 1887 in the Philippines?

To conduct laboratory examinations Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the first cardiac operation performed, as noted in the document?

1929 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following advancements was made by Elizabeth Kenny?

Kenny Method for polio Signup and view all the answers

What significant institution was established in 1611 in the Philippines?

University of Santo Tomas Signup and view all the answers

Which of these medical technologies was invented first?

Ophthalmoscope Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Dr. Pio de Roda and Prudencia Sta. Ana in medical technology education?

They prepared a syllabus for laboratory training. Signup and view all the answers

Who is recognized as the Father of Modern Pathology?

Rudolph Virchow Signup and view all the answers

What significant contribution did Herman Fehling make to diagnostics?

First quantitative test for urine sugar Signup and view all the answers

What method was deemed the safest for human use in 1941?

Cardiac catheterization Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure is associated with the development of the heart-lung machine?

Hermann von Helmholz Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary restriction on medical practitioners in the 11th century?

Conducting examinations of the patient’s body Signup and view all the answers

Which advancement in medical diagnostic techniques occurred between 1930-1940?

Development of angiography Signup and view all the answers

Which institution did Rudolph Virchow found that contributed to the field of pathology?

Archives of Pathology in Berlin Signup and view all the answers

What technique was primarily used in the 18th century to understand the human body?

Mechanical techniques and cadaver study Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Technology Evolution

1895: University of Pennsylvania's William Pepper began using machines for diagnosis and therapeutics.
1918: John Kolmer developed a certification method for laboratory technicians, publishing "The Demand for and Training of Laboratory Technicians."
1920: Clinical laboratories were organized into five divisions: Clinical pathology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, Serology, and Radiology, each directed by a chief physician.
1922: The American Society for Clinical Pathology was founded to enhance cooperation between physicians and clinical pathologists and maintain the status of clinical pathologists.

Notable Devices and Contributors

Stethoscope (1861): Invented by René Laennec for listening to lung sounds.
Microscope (1840): Antonie van Leeuwenhoek contributed to the understanding of human anatomy through observation.
Spirometer: Developed by John Hutchinson for measuring respiratory volume.
Sphygmomanometer: Created by Jules Herisson for measuring blood pressure.
Electrocardiograph (1903): Invented by Willem Einthoven to record electrical activity of the heart.
First quantitative urine sugar test (1848): Herman Fehling introduced this test for diabetes diagnosis.

Historical Context

11th Century: Medical practitioners prohibited from conducting body examinations; reliance on mechanical techniques and cadavers arose in the 18th Century.
Cardiac catheterization and angiography advanced between 1930-1940 by pioneers such as Moniz, Reboui, and Rousthoi.
Heart-lung machine introduced in 1939 by Hermann von Helmholz.
1939-1941: Cournand developed the safest methods for cardiac examinations.

Medical Technology in the Philippines

1565: Establishment of Hospital Real in Cebu; 1578: San Lazaro Hospital founded.
1611: University of Santo Tomas established, initiating the first faculties of pharmacy and medicine in the Philippines.
1871: Training programs for laboratory workers initiated by Dr. Pio de Roda and Prudencia Sta. Ana, leading to certified courses.
1887: Spanish authorities established a laboratory for food, water, and clinical examinations at the Spanish Military Hospital, which was converted into the FIRST RESERVE HOSPITAL in 1898.

Medical Technology Training

1954: Bureau of Private Education approved formal training programs for aspiring medical technologists.

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Explore the advancements in medical technology during the 19th century, focusing on significant figures like William Pepper and John Kolmer. This quiz will cover the early developments in diagnosis and therapeutics, including the opening of the Laboratory of Clinical Medicine and certification methods for medical technologists. Test your knowledge on this pivotal era in healthcare history.