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Which of the following statements about Mr. Meneses' qualifications is true?
Which of the following statements about Mr. Meneses' qualifications is true?
What is the minimum practice requirement for a member of the Board of Midwifery?
What is the minimum practice requirement for a member of the Board of Midwifery?
What should Mrs. Antonio do regarding her pecuniary interest upon her appointment to the board?
What should Mrs. Antonio do regarding her pecuniary interest upon her appointment to the board?
What is the term of office for the Chairman and members of the Board of Midwifery?
What is the term of office for the Chairman and members of the Board of Midwifery?
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Which characteristic is NOT associated with public office?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with public office?
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What is the correct understanding of the grounds for removal from the board?
What is the correct understanding of the grounds for removal from the board?
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Which statement regarding the Board's power is untrue?
Which statement regarding the Board's power is untrue?
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In terms of power, how would the board's ability to adopt rules and regulations be classified?
In terms of power, how would the board's ability to adopt rules and regulations be classified?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the criteria for a midwife?
Which of the following is NOT included in the criteria for a midwife?
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Under what circumstance is a licensed midwife allowed to perform an internal examination during labor?
Under what circumstance is a licensed midwife allowed to perform an internal examination during labor?
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Study Notes
Qualifications for Board Members
- Mr. Meneses, a registered obstetrician, is qualified to be a member of the Board of Midwifery.
- The Chairman of the Board must have at least 10 years of practice.
- To qualify as a board member, an individual must be a registered midwife with at least 5 years of practice and be at least 30 years old.
Appointment and Pecuniary Interest
- Mrs. Antonio, prior to her appointment to the board, had a pecuniary interest in Sto.Nino Midwifery School.
- To avoid conflict of interest, Mrs. Antonio must resign from her position at Sto. Nino Midwifery School upon accepting the board appointment.
Term of Office
- The term of office for both the chair and members of the board is three years.
- The term of office refers to the prescribed period by law that an officer may claim to hold the position.
Public Office Characteristics
- Public offices are not inherited.
- Public offices are created for the benefit of the public and are not considered as personal property.
- Public offices must have some degree of permanency or continuity and are not temporary.
Removal from Board
- The chairman of the board cannot remove a board member without a replacement.
- This means that a replacement must be appointed before the current member can be removed.
Grounds for Removal
- Grounds for removal of a board member include: neglect of duty, incompetence, unprofessional conduct, and preventable suspension.
Board of Midwifery Roles
- The Board of Midwifery is governed by RA no. 7293.
- The board can establish ethical and professional standards for the practice of midwifery.
- The board can adopt rules and regulations but these are subject to the approval of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
Board Power
- The board has the power to prepare examination papers and revoke licenses.
- This power is defined as quasi-judicial power, which allows the board to act as a judge in cases involving midwifery practice.
Inquisitorial Power
- The board has inquisitorial power which allows it to call for the production of relevant documents and require statements to be filed.
- The board can issue subpoenas.
- The board does not have the power to exempt individuals from taking the Board Examination.
Criteria for a Midwife
- A midwife is a licensed healthcare professional who assists women during childbirth.
- To become a midwife, individuals must pass the midwifery licensure examination.
- Midwives are authorized to administer oxytoxic drugs orally or parenterally after the delivery of the placenta, but cannot administer IV fluids during emergencies.
- Midwives can perform perineal laceration suturing following delivery and are authorized to inject Vitamin K to newborns.
Performing IE during Labor
- A licensed midwife is allowed to perform an internal examination during labor, but there are exceptions.
- For instance, an IE is not recommended if there is a risk of antenatal bleeding.
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This quiz covers the qualifications, appointment processes, and term limits for board members in the field of midwifery. It emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations and public office characteristics relevant to board positions. Test your knowledge on the essential criteria for becoming a board member.
