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Who are known for helping patients recover from paralytic anterior poliomyelitis using a specific apparatus?
Who are known for helping patients recover from paralytic anterior poliomyelitis using a specific apparatus?
- Anaesthesiologists and Cardiologists
- John Gibbon and Philip Drinker (correct)
- Surgeons and Radiologists
- Nurses and Physical Therapists
What is the primary function of the apparatus known as cardiopulmonary bypass?
What is the primary function of the apparatus known as cardiopulmonary bypass?
- To enhance ventilatory support during anesthesia
- To assist in physical rehabilitation post-surgery
- To diagnose pulmonary conditions
- To perform the functions of both the heart and lungs temporarily (correct)
What is the role of an artificial respirator in the context of recovering from paralytic anterior poliomyelitis?
What is the role of an artificial respirator in the context of recovering from paralytic anterior poliomyelitis?
- To support normal respiration (correct)
- To enhance blood circulation
- To replace the need for surgical intervention
- To assist in medication administration
In which type of surgery is the cardiopulmonary bypass machine primarily used?
In which type of surgery is the cardiopulmonary bypass machine primarily used?
Which of the following best describes the assistance provided by Philip Drinker and John Gibbon?
Which of the following best describes the assistance provided by Philip Drinker and John Gibbon?
Who is recognized as the Father of Microbiology?
Who is recognized as the Father of Microbiology?
Which scientist is known for developing a method that successfully produced immunity to Rabies?
Which scientist is known for developing a method that successfully produced immunity to Rabies?
What did Gregor Mendel's studies primarily focus on?
What did Gregor Mendel's studies primarily focus on?
What process is Louis Pasteur known for improving, besides developing the rabies vaccine?
What process is Louis Pasteur known for improving, besides developing the rabies vaccine?
Which of the following statements is true regarding Edward Jenner?
Which of the following statements is true regarding Edward Jenner?
What was the primary purpose of inserting a cannula into an arm vein in the context of medical procedures?
What was the primary purpose of inserting a cannula into an arm vein in the context of medical procedures?
What significant action did medical technologists in the US pursue during the 1950s?
What significant action did medical technologists in the US pursue during the 1950s?
Which event occurred first in the timeline of the healthcare developments mentioned?
Which event occurred first in the timeline of the healthcare developments mentioned?
What was one of the key developments that occurred in the Spanish Empire during the 16th century related to healthcare?
What was one of the key developments that occurred in the Spanish Empire during the 16th century related to healthcare?
Which organization established the Code of Ethics for technicians and technologists?
Which organization established the Code of Ethics for technicians and technologists?
Who developed the first human Stem Cell line?
Who developed the first human Stem Cell line?
Which scientist is known for the development of the Poliomyelitis Vaccine?
Which scientist is known for the development of the Poliomyelitis Vaccine?
Who is considered the founder of histology?
Who is considered the founder of histology?
Which of the following scientists was the first to use the microscope to investigate the causes of disease?
Which of the following scientists was the first to use the microscope to investigate the causes of disease?
What significant contribution did William Harvey make to science?
What significant contribution did William Harvey make to science?
Which scientist is associated with the first description of hematuria?
Which scientist is associated with the first description of hematuria?
Who conducted the first direct blood transfusion between animals?
Who conducted the first direct blood transfusion between animals?
Which scientist noted the sweet taste of diabetic urine, aiding in differential diagnosis?
Which scientist noted the sweet taste of diabetic urine, aiding in differential diagnosis?
What did Athanasius Kircher contribute to the field of microscopy?
What did Athanasius Kircher contribute to the field of microscopy?
Which individual devised guidelines for the use of urine as a diagnostic aid?
Which individual devised guidelines for the use of urine as a diagnostic aid?
Who developed the plating technique using double dishes now known as Petri dishes?
Who developed the plating technique using double dishes now known as Petri dishes?
Which scientist is known for accidentally discovering penicillin?
Which scientist is known for accidentally discovering penicillin?
What method did Otto Folin introduce for creatinine measurement?
What method did Otto Folin introduce for creatinine measurement?
Which scientist classified white blood cells into different morphological types?
Which scientist classified white blood cells into different morphological types?
What did Karl Landsteiner contribute to the field of medicine?
What did Karl Landsteiner contribute to the field of medicine?
What did G.N. Papanicolaou first report in 1928?
What did G.N. Papanicolaou first report in 1928?
In what year was the first textbook of laboratory medicine published, and who edited it?
In what year was the first textbook of laboratory medicine published, and who edited it?
What significant training course did John Kolmer describe in his publication?
What significant training course did John Kolmer describe in his publication?
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Study Notes
Medical Innovations and Contributions
- John Gibbon: Developed the cardiopulmonary bypass machine, essential for open-heart surgery, enabling oxygenation and blood pumping.
- Philip Drinker: Created an artificial respirator, aiding normal respiration for patients with paralytic anterior poliomyelitis.
- Radiopaque dye: Introduced in 1922 for X-ray visualization, enhancing diagnostic imaging of the heart.
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP): Founded in 1922, established the Code of Ethics for technicians and technologists in medicine.
Evolution of Healthcare Systems
- 16th Century: Spanish Empire established Manila as their capital, impacting healthcare infrastructures.
- Provincial medical officers: Appointed in 1876 to enhance health care services across the country.
- Hospital Real in Cebu: Initially set to cater to military patients, later moved to Manila in 1565.
- Board of Health and Charity: Established in 1883 to formalize health care governance and services.
Pioneers in Microbiology and Immunology
- Antonie Van Leeuwenhoek: Recognized as the Father of Microbiology, improved the microscope's functionality.
- Louis Pasteur: Developed rabies vaccine and introduced pasteurization, transforming food safety.
- Edward Jenner: Pioneered smallpox vaccination, laying groundwork for immunology.
- Jonas Salk: Created the poliomyelitis vaccine, significantly reducing illness rates.
Foundations of Genetics and Stem Cell Research
- Gregor Mendel: Established the laws of inheritance through plant studies, fathering genetics.
- James Thomson: Derived the first human stem cell line, advancing medical research in regenerative therapies.
Historical Medical Discoveries
- William Harvey: Discovered blood circulation, initiating a mechanical understanding of physiological processes.
- Isaac Judaeus: Offered guidelines in using urine diagnostics, a precursor to modern laboratory practices.
- Richard Lower: Conducted the first successful direct blood transfusion between animals.
Advancements in Laboratory Medicine
- James C. Todd: Authored the first textbook on laboratory medicine in 1908, influencing clinical diagnostics education.
- G.N. Papanicolaou: Early pioneer in clinical cytology, recognized cancer through vaginal smears in 1928.
- Karl Landsteiner: Discovered human blood types, including the ABO blood group and contributed to understanding the Rh factor.
Significant Discoveries in Microbiology
- Sir Alexander Fleming: Discovered penicillin by accident, revolutionizing antibacterial treatments.
- Otto Folin: Introduced Jaffe's alkaline picrate method, standardizing renal function assessment.
- Christian Gram: Developed the Gram staining technique, foundational in distinguishing bacterial species.
Instrumental Figures in Histology
- Rufus of Ephesus: First recorded hematuria linked to kidney dysfunction around 50 AD.
- Marcello Malpighi: Founder of histology; specialized in the study of embryology and gland physiology.
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