History of Clinical Laboratories and Education

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What significant impact did World War I have on clinical laboratories?

  • It caused an expansion in the growth of clinical laboratories. (correct)
  • It decreased the demand for laboratory technicians.
  • It shifted laboratory focus solely to surgical procedures.
  • It led to the closure of many existing laboratories.

Who opened the first clinical laboratory in the US and what was its size?

  • Dr. William Osler, 12x12 size room. (correct)
  • Dr. John Burdon-Sanderson, 20x20 size room.
  • Dr. Edward Jenner, 15x15 size room.
  • Dr. William Osler, 10x10 size room.

What year did the State Legislature of Pennsylvania enact a law regarding laboratory facilities?

  • 1900
  • 1915 (correct)
  • 1910
  • 1920

How were medical laboratory practices perceived before they were formally taught as a course?

<p>They were widely practiced but not recognized for their value. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason for the United States bringing healthcare members to the Philippines in 1944?

<p>To resolve health problems of soldiers and local Filipinos. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first to utilize the microscope in medical specimen examination?

<p>Calvin Ellis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key belief held by Calvin Ellis regarding disease diagnosis?

<p>Nothing should be regarded as settled until it is proven. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the medical education reforms in 1871 at Harvard University focus on?

<p>Learning by doing and practical application. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which educational institution introduced medical education reforms after Harvard?

<p>University of Pennsylvania (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Calvin Ellis believe about 'snap' diagnoses?

<p>They are not to be respected and can indicate charlatanism. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of part-time clinicians reinforced in 1858?

<p>To contribute to laboratory methods in medical practice. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the requirement established by the US for the collegiate education related to clinical laboratory practice in 1940?

<p>A 2-year curriculum with 1-year laboratory training (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What profession does the term 'apothecary' refer to?

<p>A chemist or pharmacist requested by a physician. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant educational change did the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine provide?

<p>It offered two years of instruction in basic sciences. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 26th Medical Laboratory of the 6th United States Army established in 1945?

<p>It became the first clinical laboratory in the Philippines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What formal educational program was standardized in 1950?

<p>Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of training did the 26th Medical Laboratory provide to high school graduates in 1944?

<p>1-year training to work as laboratory technicians (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened in June 1945 regarding the Clinical Laboratory?

<p>The lab was officially endorsed to the National Department of Health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What historic event occurred on December 7, 1941, affecting the Philippines?

<p>The invasion of Japan at Pearl Harbor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to the development of more laboratories and universities offering medical technology courses?

<p>The completion of the Bachelor of Science curriculum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the original location of the first clinical laboratory in the Philippines now known as?

<p>Public Health Laboratory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of culture and susceptibility testing in microbiological research?

<p>To evaluate antibiotic effectiveness against specific agents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is continual updating of inventory important in healthcare technology management?

<p>To ensure accurate information regarding equipment status (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does molecular engineering play in medical technology?

<p>It enables gene therapy and diagnostics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which best exemplifies the consequences of poor inventory control in healthcare?

<p>Erroneous results affecting patient care (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential aspect of performing lab procedures effectively?

<p>Accurate inventory of materials and procedures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do medical technologists contribute to public health education?

<p>By leading seminars and workshops as mandated by educational commissions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a direct result of a laps in bioresearch inventory control?

<p>Inability to meet bioresearch objectives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one primary reason for conducting research activities in a school-based laboratory?

<p>For professional growth of medical technologists (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following reflects the relationship between inventory management and patient care?

<p>Errors in inventory can lead to inaccurate patient care results (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who typically supervises students during the collection of laboratory specimens in a school-based setting?

<p>Registered medical technologists (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of specimens are typically collected for experimentation in a school-based laboratory?

<p>Blood, feces, urine, saliva, and microbial cultures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to ensure proper specimen collection and processing in a clinical laboratory?

<p>Standard operating procedures (SOP) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who monitors the handling and management of laboratory specimens?

<p>Government agencies affiliated with the institution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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