RA 5527 REVIEW Quiz: Board of Examiners for Medical Technology
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What are the minimum required years for the medical technology course?

At least four years

Who is the Chairman of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology?

A pathologist

What subjects are included in the medical technology course?

English, Spanish, General Pathology, Social Science, General Zoology, General Chemistry, Botany, Mathematics, Quantitative Chemistry, Biochemistry, Gross Anatomy, Biostatistics, Histology, Physiology, Clinical Parasitology, College Physics, Qualitative Chemistry, Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Methods

What are the components of the Clinical Laboratory Methods subject?

<p>Hematology, Serology, Blood Banking, Clinical Microscopy, Applied Microbiology, Parasitology, Histopathologic Techniques, Cyto-technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does the Chairman of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology serve?

<p>Three years</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the first members of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology issued a certificate of registration?

<p>Without prior examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the compensation for each applicant examined by a member of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology?

<p>Ten pesos</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much compensation does a member of the Board receive for each applicant granted a certificate of registration without examination?

<p>Five pesos</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the functions and duties of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology as listed in Section 11 of RA 5527?

<p>Administer the provisions of the Act, administer oaths, issue, suspend and revoke certificates of registration, look into conditions affecting the practice of medical technology, investigate violations, and draft rules and regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What authority is vested in the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology?

<p>The authority to administer the provisions of the Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of the Board with regards to violations of the Act?

<p>Investigate violations, issue subpoena and subpoena duces tecum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the rules and regulations drafted by the Board to be issued?

<p>Approval of the President of the Philippines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for a foreigner to be admitted to examination or be given a certificate of registration under RA 5527?

<p>The country or state of the foreigner must permit Filipino Medical Technologists to practice on the same basis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing the roster of Medical Technologists annually under RA 5527?

<p>The Secretary of the Board.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is included in the roster of Medical Technologists as mandated by RA 5527?

<p>Name, address, citizenship, date of registration or issuance of certificate, and other pertinent data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the preparation of the roster of Medical Technologists begin under RA 5527?

<p>The year following the year in which the Act becomes effective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What rights and privileges are foreign Medical Technologists entitled to under RA 5527?

<p>Foreign Medical Technologists are entitled to rights and privileges if their home country allows Filipino Medical Technologists to practice on the same basis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Republic Act 5527?

<p>The Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Republic Act 5527?

<p>Requiring the registration of medical technologists, defining their practice, and for other purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for practicing Medical Technology in the Philippines without being registered or exempted?

<p>A fine of not less than two thousand pesos nor more than five thousand pesos, or imprisonment for not less than six months nor more than two years, or both.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for a medical technologist, even if duly registered, who practices medical technology without the necessary supervision?

<p>Punishment by a fine or imprisonment, as determined by the court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Council of Medical Technology Education?

<p>To accredit schools of Medical Technology and training laboratories</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a medical technologist who knowingly makes a fraudulent laboratory report?

<p>Punishment by a fine or imprisonment, as determined by the court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology?

<p>To conduct examinations for aspiring medical technologists</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must a duly registered medical technologist do after due warning by the Board?

<p>Display his certificate of registration in the place where he works.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Separability Clause of RA 5527 state?

<p>Provides that if any provision of the Act is declared unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Roster of Medical Technologists?

<p>A list of registered medical technologists</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for presenting or attempting to use as one's own the certificate of registration of another?

<p>Punishment by a fine or imprisonment, as determined by the court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for impersonating any registrant of a fake or the same name?

<p>Punishment by a fine or imprisonment, as determined by the court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Technology Course Requirements

  • Minimum duration for the medical technology course is four years.
  • The curriculum encompasses various scientific and practical subjects relevant to medical technology.

Board of Examiners for Medical Technology

  • The Chairman of the Board is responsible for overseeing examination processes and standards.
  • The Chairman serves a term of three years.

Medical Technology Curriculum

  • Subjects included in the medical technology course cover foundational and specialized areas like:
    • Clinical Laboratory Methods
    • Hematology
    • Clinical Chemistry
    • Microbiology
    • Blood Banking

Clinical Laboratory Methods

  • This subject consists of components focusing on practical skills and theoretical knowledge for conducting laboratory tests and analyses.

Certification and Examination

  • First members of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology receive a certificate of registration upon passing examinations and fulfilling requirements.
  • Each applicant examined by a Board member results in a compensation of a specific amount, usually outlined in relevant regulations.
  • Members receive compensation for applicants granted a certificate of registration without examination, reflecting an evaluative and supervisory process.

Functions and Authority of the Board

  • The Board has the authority to enforce standards, conduct examinations, and supervise the practice of medical technology.
  • Functions include investigating violations of RA 5527 and drafting necessary rules and regulations for practice.

Admission for Foreigners

  • Foreign applicants must meet specific criteria to be admitted to examinations or obtain certificates under RA 5527.

Roster of Medical Technologists

  • An annual roster is prepared by the Board and includes the names, registration numbers, and relevant details of registered medical technologists.
  • Preparation for the roster begins at the start of the calendar year.

Rights and Privileges

  • Foreign medical technologists are entitled to practice and enjoy privileges in accordance with Philippine laws and regulations under RA 5527.
  • Republic Act 5527 is titled the "Philippine Medical Technology Act."
  • The purpose is to regulate and ensure the practice of medical technology in the Philippines.
  • Practicing without registration or exemption leads to penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment.
  • Registered medical technologists must seek the necessary supervision to avoid disciplinary action.

Council and Professional Accountability

  • The Council of Medical Technology Education is tasked with improving educational standards.
  • A medical technologist making fraudulent laboratory reports faces severe penalties, including loss of registration and possible legal action.
  • The Board of Examiners is established to oversee professional practice and ensure ethical standards.
  • Registered technologists, warned by the Board for misconduct, must adhere to remedial actions to maintain their registration status.
  • The Separability Clause in RA 5527 states that if any provision is deemed invalid, the rest of the Act remains effective.

Misconduct and Penalties

  • Presenting another person's certificate of registration as one's own incurs penalties, including potential legal consequences.
  • Impersonation of any registrant or using fraudulent credentials leads to serious penalties, safeguarding the integrity of the profession.

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Test your knowledge on the compensation of Board members and their functions and duties according to RA 5527. Questions will cover the specific amounts received for examining applicants and granting certificates, as well as the authorities and responsibilities of the Board.

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