Meynard Castro Quiz: Ethics and Jurisprudence in Radiologic Technology

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Which of the following is NOT one of the duties and functions of the Board of Radiologic Technology as defined in the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992?

Issuing certificates of registration to qualified applicants

Subpoenaing certain documents (subpoena duces tecum)

Negotiating contracts with radiologic technology service providers (correct)

Subpoenaing ordinary documents (subpoena ad testificandum)

According to the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992, which of the following is a requirement for the practice of radiologic technology or x-ray technology in the Philippines?

Holding a baccalaureate degree in radiologic technology

Being a citizen and resident of the Philippines

Passing the licensure examination for radiologic technology

All of the above (correct)

What is the term of office for the members of the Board of Radiologic Technology, as defined in the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992?

The chairman serves a 3-year term, two members serve 2-year terms, and the other two members serve 1-year terms. (correct)

All members serve a 3-year term.

The chairman serves a 5-year term, and the other members serve 3-year terms.

The term of office is not specified in the Act.

According to the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992, which of the following is a qualification for the members of the Board of Radiologic Technology?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an exemption from the examination requirements for the practice of radiologic technology or x-ray technology in the Philippines, as defined in the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992?

Being a member of the faculty of a radiologic technology program Signup and view all the answers

What was the resolution number for the promulgation of the Code of Professional Ethics for Radiologic Technologists?

Resolution #4 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the First Board of Radiologic Technology is true?

Resolution #3 Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Resolution #2 according to the text?

Registration of 3 members of the Board as Radiologic Technologists Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first President of PART according to the information provided?

GILBERTO PALOMIQUE Signup and view all the answers

When was the first computerized licensure examination for Radiologic Technologists conducted according to the text?

December 27, 1993 Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the 'Father of Radtech Education' based on the information given?

NORBERTO PALOMO Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of breach of contract?

Performance is prevented Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of a contract that is void due to lacking legal capacity?

Void contract Signup and view all the answers

Which type of contract is based on actions and not explicitly stated?

Implied contract Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for periods where a person can provide valid consent during lucid intervals?

Clear moments Signup and view all the answers

Which type of law involves evidence and damages payment?

Civil law Signup and view all the answers

What is a synonym for annullable in terms of defective contracts?

Voidable Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Figures in Radiologic Technology

Analecto D.Badoy Jr. - Secretary General Representative of the House
Hermogenes Pobre - Secretary of the Senate
Norberto Palomo - Commissioner; Chairman when R.A. 7431 was signed into law
Gilberto Palomique - Father of Radtech Education
Fortunato C.Gabon - 1st Chairman of the Board of Radio logic Technology
Dexter Rodelas - Radiologic technologist
Editha C.Mora - Radiologic Technologist
Jose T.Gaffud - Radiologist
Eulinia M.Valdezio - Physicist

Historical Events

May 12, 1993 - Resolution #1: adaptation of seal/logo for Board of RT
May 12, 1993 - Resolution #2: registration as RT of 3 members of the Board
May 12, 1993 - Resolution #3: reschedule of XT & RT Licensure Examinations
May 28, 1993 - Resolution #4: promulgation of the Code of Professional Ethics for XT & RT
December 27, 1993 - First Computerized Licensure Examination
April 9, 1994 - Release of results of First Computerized Licensure Examination

Radiologic Technology Act of 1992 (R.A. 7431)

Signed into law on February 27, 1992, and took effect on April 22, 1992
An act regulating the practice of RT in the Philippines, creating the Board of RT, and defining its powers and functions
Section 1: Title
Section 2: Statement of Policy
Section 3: Definition of Terms
Section 4: Practice of X-ray Technology
Section 5: Practice of Radiologic Technology
Section 6: Creation of the Board of Radiologic Technology
Section 7: Qualification of Board Members
Section 8: Term of Office
Section 9: Duties and Functions of the Board
Section 10: Compensation of the Board
Section 11: Removal of the Board
Section 12: Supervision of the Board and Custody
Section 13: Rules and Regulation
Section 14: Annual Report
Section 15: Requirement for the Practice of RT & XT
Section 16: Exemption from Examination in XT
Section 17: Exemption from Examination in RT
Section 18: Examination Requirements
Section 19: Qualification for the Examination
Section 20: Scope of Examination in XT
Section 21: Scope of Examination in RT
Section 22: Report of Ratings
Section 23: Oath Taking
Section 24: Issuance of Certificate of Registration
Section 25: Fees
Section 26: Penal Provisions
Section 27: Appropriations
Section 28: Repealing Clause
Section 29: (Missing)
Section 30: Effectivity Clause### Rights and Responsibilities of Radiologic Technologists
Right to promote health, prevent illness, restore health, and alleviate suffering
Responsible to patients requiring nursing care, promoting an environment that respects individual values, customs, and spiritual beliefs

Legal Matters Relevant to Radiologic Technologists

Contract: an agreement mutually arrived by two or more individuals to do a particular thing in exchange for some consideration
- Types of contracts: formal, informal, express, implied
- Requisites of contract: two or more persons, consent, object or subject matter specified, cause of obligation established, parties must have legal capacity
Breach of contract: failure to perform without legal cause
Lucid interval: a period when a person is in a sound mind, allowing for valid consent

Ethics and Jurisprudence

Defined as the philosophy of science of law
Obligation: an act of binding oneself to do something
Jurisprudence: the science of law

Legal Aspects

Civil law: evidence needed, must pay for damages
Criminal law: beyond reasonable doubt, favors the accused
Administrative law: made by the executive law of government

Terminologies

Will: a legal declaration of a person's intention upon death
Testator: one who makes a will
Lawsuit: a legal action in court to enforce a right or redress a wrong
Litigation: the process of a lawsuit
Plaintiff: a person bringing a lawsuit against another
Defendant: a person being sued
Euthanasia: mercy killing, a criminal charge of homicide

Tort and Crimes

Tort: a legal wrong, committed against a person or property, independent of a contract
Crimes: Acts or omissions punishable by law
Intentional torts: assault, battery, false imprisonment, defamation
Unintentional torts: professional negligence, malpractice

Crimes Against Persons

Murder: unlawful killing of a human being with intent to kill
Homicide: killing of a human being to another
Parricide: killing of a parent
Patricide: killing of a father
Matricide: killing of a mother
Infanticide: killing of a child less than 3 days old

Crimes Against Property

Robbery: unlawful taking of another person's property
Arson: intentional burning of another person's house
Sabotage: intentional damage to the property of the employer by the employee

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Explore the rights and responsibilities of both radiologic technologists and patients as outlined by Meynard Y. Castro in the context of ethics and jurisprudence. Understand the privileges, obligations, and accountabilities associated with these roles.

Meynard Y. Castro Ethics and Jurisprudence in Radiologic Technology

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