National Blood Services Act of 1994
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What is the definition of a walking blood donor?

  • An individual who donates blood in a hospital-based blood bank
  • An individual who donates blood without proper screening
  • An individual who donates blood for profit
  • An individual who is listed as a qualified voluntary blood donor (correct)

    • Which term refers to human blood, processed or unprocessed, and includes blood components, products, and derivatives?

  • Blood/blood product (correct)
  • Blood bank/center
  • Commercial blood bank
  • Blood collection unit

    • What is the definition of a hospital-based blood bank?

  • An institution with the capability to recruit and screen blood donors
  • An institution duly authorized by the Department of Health to collect blood
  • A blood bank that exists for profit
  • A blood bank located within the premises of a hospital (correct)

    • What does the term 'blood transfusion transmissible diseases' refer to?

    <p>Diseases that may be transmitted as a result of blood transfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a commercial blood bank?

    <p>A blood bank that exists for profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'voluntary blood donor' mean?

    <p>One who donates blood on one's own volition or initiative and without monetary compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a blood collection unit according to the text?

    <p>An institution duly authorized by the Department of Health to collect blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a hospital-based blood bank have the capability to perform?

    <p>Perform compatibility testing of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Department' refer to?

    <p>The Department of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Secretary of Health' refer to according to the text?

    <p>The Secretary of Health or any other person to whom the Secretary delegates the responsibility of carrying out the provisions of this Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the Act referred to in the given text?

    <p>National Blood Services Act of 1994</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the declared policy of the State according to the Act?

    <p>To promote and encourage voluntary blood donation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal principle laid down by the Act regarding the provision of blood for transfusion?

    <p>Blood provision should be a professional medical service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the goals of the Act regarding the supply of blood and blood products?

    <p>To provide for adequate, safe, affordable, and equitable distribution of supply of blood and blood products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Act aim to inform the public about?

    <p>The need for voluntary blood donation to curb hazards caused by commercial sale of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Act, who is mandated to establish and organize a National Blood Transfusion Service Network?

    <p>Department of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements for all blood collection units and blood banks/centers according to the Act?

    <p>To operate on a non-profit basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Act aim to regulate and ensure the safety of?

    <p>Activities related to storage and banking of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements for upgrading blood banks/centers according to the Act?

    <p>To include preventive services and education to control spread of blood transfusion transmissible diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What educational institutions does the Act aim to incorporate education on voluntary blood donation?

    <p>All public and private schools, including elementary, high school, and college levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a blood bank that exists for profit?

    <p>Blood collection unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Walking Blood Donor' refer to according to the Act?

    <p>An individual included in the list of qualified voluntary blood donors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Blood/blood product' refer to as defined by the Act?

    <p>Human blood, processed or unprocessed, and includes blood components, products, and derivatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements for upgrading blood banks/centers according to the Act?

    <p>Perform compatibility testing of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the declared policy of the State according to the Act?

    <p>To promote voluntary blood donation and provide safe blood supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Act, who is mandated to establish and organize a National Blood Transfusion Service Network?

    <p>Department of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'voluntary blood donor' mean?

    <p>One who donates blood on one's own volition or initiative without monetary compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a hospital-based blood bank have the capability to perform according to the Act?

    <p>Perform compatibility testing of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the goals of the Act regarding the supply of blood and blood products?

    <p>To promote voluntary blood donation and provide safe blood supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the declared policy of the State according to the National Blood Services Act of 1994?

    <p>To provide for adequate, safe, affordable, and equitable distribution of supply of blood and blood products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the goals of the Act regarding the supply of blood and blood products?

    <p>To provide for adequate, safe, affordable, and equitable distribution of supply of blood and blood products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'blood transfusion transmissible diseases' refer to?

    <p>Diseases that can be transmitted through blood transfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a voluntary blood donor according to the Act?

    <p>A person who donates blood willingly and without compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Act, who is mandated to establish and organize a National Blood Transfusion Service Network?

    <p>The Department of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements for all blood collection units and blood banks/centers according to the Act?

    <p>To operate on a non-profit basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Act aim to inform the public about?

    <p>The need for voluntary blood donation to curb hazards caused by commercial sale of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Department' refer to in the Act?

    <p>The Department of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Secretary of Health' refer to according to the National Blood Services Act?

    <p>The head of the Department of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements for upgrading blood banks/centers according to the National Blood Services Act?

    <p>To control spread of blood transfusion transmissible diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blood Banking Terminology

    • A walking blood donor is a person who donates blood voluntarily, without receiving payment or compensation.
    • Blood/blood product refers to human blood, processed or unprocessed, including blood components, products, and derivatives.

    Blood Bank Types

    • A hospital-based blood bank is a blood bank that exists within a hospital and has the capability to perform blood typing, cross-matching, and other blood banking functions.
    • A commercial blood bank is a blood bank that exists for profit.

    Blood Transfusion Transmissible Diseases

    • Blood transfusion transmissible diseases refer to diseases that can be transmitted through blood transfusions.

    National Blood Services Act

    Key Provisions

    • The declared policy of the State is to provide adequate and safe blood supply for transfusion.
    • The legal principle laid down by the Act regarding the provision of blood for transfusion is that it should be voluntary, non-remunerated, and anonymous.
    • One of the goals of the Act is to ensure a sufficient and safe supply of blood and blood products.
    • The Act aims to inform the public about the importance of voluntary blood donation and the risks of blood transfusion transmissible diseases.

    Regulatory Provisions

    • The Secretary of Health is mandated to establish and organize a National Blood Transfusion Service Network.
    • All blood collection units and blood banks/centers are required to implement a quality assurance system and adhere to national standards.
    • One of the requirements for upgrading blood banks/centers is the implementation of a quality assurance system.

    Educational Institutions

    • The Act aims to incorporate education on voluntary blood donation in educational institutions.

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    Test your knowledge about the National Blood Services Act of 1994, which promotes voluntary blood donation, regulates blood banks, and ensures an adequate supply of safe blood. Learn about the provisions and regulations related to blood donation and blood banks in the Philippines.

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