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What year was the Philippine Medical Technology Act (R.A. 5527) officially enacted?
What year was the Philippine Medical Technology Act (R.A. 5527) officially enacted?
- 1994
- 1973
- 1966
- 1969 (correct)
Which of the following presidential decrees amended R.A. 5527?
Which of the following presidential decrees amended R.A. 5527?
- PD 1534
- PD 223
- PD 498
- All of the above (correct)
Which section of R.A. 5527 defines the practice of Medical Technology?
Which section of R.A. 5527 defines the practice of Medical Technology?
- Section 2 (correct)
- Section 3
- Section 10
- Section 1
What is the purpose of R.A. 5527?
What is the purpose of R.A. 5527?
How many sections are there in R.A. 5527?
How many sections are there in R.A. 5527?
Which section of R.A. 5527 was NOT amended by R.A. 6138?
Which section of R.A. 5527 was NOT amended by R.A. 6138?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969?
Which amendment to R.A. 5527 made the most significant changes?
Which amendment to R.A. 5527 made the most significant changes?
Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969 (R.A. 5527)?
Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969 (R.A. 5527)?
What is the primary function of the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969?
What is the primary function of the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969?
What is the name of the rapid test used to establish a presumptive positive result for dangerous drugs?
What is the name of the rapid test used to establish a presumptive positive result for dangerous drugs?
What type of facility is used for the illegal manufacture of dangerous drugs?
What type of facility is used for the illegal manufacture of dangerous drugs?
What is the name of the act that defines the terms used in the context of dangerous drugs?
What is the name of the act that defines the terms used in the context of dangerous drugs?
What is the primary purpose of a 'Confirmatory Test' when it comes to dangerous drugs?
What is the primary purpose of a 'Confirmatory Test' when it comes to dangerous drugs?
What is the term for a place where dangerous drugs are administered, stored, or distributed illegally?
What is the term for a place where dangerous drugs are administered, stored, or distributed illegally?
What is the minimum age requirement for someone to receive their Certificate of Registration (COR) after passing the required examination for the practice of medical technology?
What is the minimum age requirement for someone to receive their Certificate of Registration (COR) after passing the required examination for the practice of medical technology?
Which of the following individuals are authorized to administer oaths for the purpose of medical technology registration?
Which of the following individuals are authorized to administer oaths for the purpose of medical technology registration?
Under what circumstances can a graduate of a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (BSMT) receive a Certificate of Registration (COR) without having to take the required examination?
Under what circumstances can a graduate of a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (BSMT) receive a Certificate of Registration (COR) without having to take the required examination?
What is the minimum amount of time that a graduate of a profession other than medical technology must have practiced prior to June 21, 1969 to receive a Certificate of Registration (COR) without taking an examination?
What is the minimum amount of time that a graduate of a profession other than medical technology must have practiced prior to June 21, 1969 to receive a Certificate of Registration (COR) without taking an examination?
Who is responsible for signing the Certificate of Registration (COR) for successful medical technology candidates?
Who is responsible for signing the Certificate of Registration (COR) for successful medical technology candidates?
Which of the following is NOT a ground for refusing to issue a Certificate of Registration (COR) for a medical technology applicant?
Which of the following is NOT a ground for refusing to issue a Certificate of Registration (COR) for a medical technology applicant?
Under what circumstances can a medical technologist's Certificate of Registration (COR) be suspended?
Under what circumstances can a medical technologist's Certificate of Registration (COR) be suspended?
What is the minimum number of members of the Board of Medical Technology required to be present for an administrative investigation?
What is the minimum number of members of the Board of Medical Technology required to be present for an administrative investigation?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the surrender of a Certificate of Registration (COR) after a suspension?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the surrender of a Certificate of Registration (COR) after a suspension?
What is the standard of evidence required for a successful administrative investigation leading to the revocation of a Certificate of Registration (COR)?
What is the standard of evidence required for a successful administrative investigation leading to the revocation of a Certificate of Registration (COR)?
What is the minimum age requirement for an individual to serve as a commissioner of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)?
What is the minimum age requirement for an individual to serve as a commissioner of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)?
How long is the term of office for commissioners of the PRC?
How long is the term of office for commissioners of the PRC?
What is the minimum number of years of managerial experience required for a commissioner of the PRC?
What is the minimum number of years of managerial experience required for a commissioner of the PRC?
What is the minimum passing rate for the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) licensure examinations, as stated in the text?
What is the minimum passing rate for the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) licensure examinations, as stated in the text?
What is the time frame within which the concerned board must submit the results of a licensure examination to the PRC?
What is the time frame within which the concerned board must submit the results of a licensure examination to the PRC?
What is the maximum penalty for manipulating or rigging licensure examination results?
What is the maximum penalty for manipulating or rigging licensure examination results?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a duty of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a duty of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)?
What is the purpose of the Institutionalization of CPE (Continuing Professional Education) as outlined in E.O. No. 266?
What is the purpose of the Institutionalization of CPE (Continuing Professional Education) as outlined in E.O. No. 266?
What is the minimum number of current edition medical technology science books required in a library for a medical technology program, according to the text?
What is the minimum number of current edition medical technology science books required in a library for a medical technology program, according to the text?
What is the minimum space requirement for a classroom or laboratory room in a medical technology program, according to the text?
What is the minimum space requirement for a classroom or laboratory room in a medical technology program, according to the text?
What is the purpose of the "Contact Tracing" method mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the "Contact Tracing" method mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a discriminatory act mentioned in the text related to HIV?
Which of the following is NOT a discriminatory act mentioned in the text related to HIV?
What is "AIDSWATCH" as defined in the text?
What is "AIDSWATCH" as defined in the text?
Under what circumstances can medical confidentiality related to HIV be broken? (Select all that apply)
Under what circumstances can medical confidentiality related to HIV be broken? (Select all that apply)
Which government body is responsible for central advisory, planning, and policy-making related to HIV control and prevention in the Philippines?
Which government body is responsible for central advisory, planning, and policy-making related to HIV control and prevention in the Philippines?
What is the "Window Period" in relation to HIV infection?
What is the "Window Period" in relation to HIV infection?
What is an example of a "prophylactic" measure mentioned in the text?
What is an example of a "prophylactic" measure mentioned in the text?
What is the legal basis for addressing discriminatory acts and policies related to HIV in the workplace, schools, and healthcare institutions, as mentioned in the text?
What is the legal basis for addressing discriminatory acts and policies related to HIV in the workplace, schools, and healthcare institutions, as mentioned in the text?
Flashcards
Medical Confidentiality
Medical Confidentiality
A trust relationship between a person with HIV and healthcare providers.
Exceptions to Medical Confidentiality
Exceptions to Medical Confidentiality
Situations where medical confidentiality may not apply, such as compliance reports or court subpoenas.
Release of HIV Result
Release of HIV Result
Conditions under which HIV test results can be disclosed, including to the patient and certain guardians.
Contact Tracing
Contact Tracing
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HIV Monitoring
HIV Monitoring
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HIV Transmission
HIV Transmission
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High Risk Behavior
High Risk Behavior
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AIDSWATCH
AIDSWATCH
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CPE Council Composition
CPE Council Composition
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CPE Sources of Units
CPE Sources of Units
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CPE Requirements for Baccalaureate
CPE Requirements for Baccalaureate
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Clandestine Laboratory
Clandestine Laboratory
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Screening Test
Screening Test
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Reputation
Reputation
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Ethics
Ethics
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Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics
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Privileged Communication
Privileged Communication
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RA 5527
RA 5527
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RA 1517
RA 1517
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PD 498
PD 498
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RA 7170
RA 7170
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RA 8504
RA 8504
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Practice of Medical Technology
Practice of Medical Technology
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Authorized Individuals
Authorized Individuals
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Certificate of Registration (COR)
Certificate of Registration (COR)
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Examination Exemptions
Examination Exemptions
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Grounds for Refusal
Grounds for Refusal
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Administrative Investigation
Administrative Investigation
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Evidence Requirements
Evidence Requirements
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Foreign Reciprocity
Foreign Reciprocity
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Suspension of COR
Suspension of COR
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Reinstatement of COR
Reinstatement of COR
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Clinical Laboratory Exemptions
Clinical Laboratory Exemptions
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Training requirements for MT interns
Training requirements for MT interns
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Library operations
Library operations
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Classroom/laboratory requirements
Classroom/laboratory requirements
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Instructional Standards
Instructional Standards
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PRC Modernization Law RA 8981
PRC Modernization Law RA 8981
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Term of Office for PRC Chairperson
Term of Office for PRC Chairperson
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Duties of PRC
Duties of PRC
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Punishable Acts
Punishable Acts
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Penalties for misconduct
Penalties for misconduct
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CPE Institutionalization E.O No. 266
CPE Institutionalization E.O No. 266
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Study Notes
History of Medical Technology
- Ann Fagelson preferred to date medical technology from the 14th century.
- Vivian Herrick traced medical technology back to 1500 BC.
- Ruth Williams believed medical technology began in the Medieval Period.
- Ebers papyrus, a book from 1500 BC, described three stages of hookworm infection.
- Ancient Hindu doctors diagnosed diseases by observing urine color.
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek developed the compound microscope.
- Marcello Malpighi was an early microscopist and founder of pathology.
- Rudolph Virchow founded pathology archives in Berlin, Germany.
- Fehling performed the first sugar test in urine in 1848.
- Aniline dye was the first produced dye for bacteria.
- Dr. Douglas established the first chemical laboratory at the University of Michigan related to medicine.
- Dr. William Osler opened the first clinical laboratory at John Hopkins Hospital.
- Dr. William Welch gave the first laboratory course in pathology in an American medical school.
Legal Aspects of Medical Technology
- Law is a rule that determines action of all objects.Â
- General law divisions include State Law (promulgated and enforced by state) and Divine Law (not promulgated or enforced by the state).
- Natural Law is a basic understanding of right and wrong.
- Moral Law is the collective sense of right conduct within a community.
- State Law is the law enforced by the state.
- Characteristics of law include rule of conduct, obligatory, promulgated by legitimate authority, and common observance for the benefit of all.
- Functions of law include securing justice, resolving social conflicts, and maintaining harmony.
- Law sources include constitutions and legislation.
- Administrative or executive orders, regulations, and rulings are also types of law, as well as judicial decisions, and jurisprudence. Custom is also a type of law.
Medical Technology Ethics
- Ethics is a theory encompassing moral principles.
- Professional ethics encompass personal, organizational, and corporate standards of behavior for professionals.
- Codes of ethics are guidelines issued by organizations for professionals.
- Medical technology ethics treats the duties of medical technologists to patients, colleagues, and the public.
- Morality is the standard based on natural and moral law embedded in conscience.
- Ethics limits parameters and professions from law-breaking
- Ethics guards professions from dishonesty, deceit, and malpractice.
Laws Related to the Practice of Medical Technology
- The Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969 (RA 5527) includes 32 sections
- Subsequent amendments include RA 6138, PD 498, PD 1517, RA 4688 and RA 7170
- There is an important Clinical Laboratory Act of 1966 (RA 4688)
- Other Acts include the National Blood Services Act of 1994 (RA 7719), The AIDS Control and Prevention Act of 1998 (RA 8504), and the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969
- The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Modernization Act (RA 8981) (the document details this act and other laws and regulations.
Classification and Scope of Medical Technology
- Definition of terms and classification of medical technology (types and ownership) are detailed.Â
- The document details required equipment, laboratory facilities, and personnel for all types of labs (primary, secondary, tertiary).
- Standards of human resources are specified.
- Required documentation and reporting is described.
- Laws, rules, and regulations are detailed.
Medical Laboratory Examination
- Qualification of examinees, including who can take the exam
- Requirements needed for successful examination, and testing in Medical Technology, including the various tests.
- Scope of examination, the subjects covered and specific percentages weighted for each are outlined.
- There is a calculation and explanation for grading.
- Testing procedure, facilities, and personnel are described.
- Examination validity, and enforcement of rules
- Violators are penalized
- Records of all examinations are to be kept
- Information about reporting and enforcement is provided
Other Laws and Regulations
- There is detail on various regulations regarding licensure, issuance of certificates, refusal to issue a certificate basis, investigations and administrative processes for suspension and revocation of certificates, and fees related to each stage in the process
- Other regulations on Foreign Reciprocity and rules and regulations for professional conduct
- Detail on additional laws governing the medical technology field, including legal actions, personnel qualifications, and record keeping.
- There is detailed information for the National Blood Services Act.
- There are detailed regulations for a comprehensive list of laws and rules and regulations.
- Additional topics including the structure of various governing bodies are detailed.
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