The Medical Technology Law (RA 5527) Flashcards
(113 cards)
1
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The republic act that governs the practice of Medical Technology in the Philippines.
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RA 5527
2
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What is the full title of RA 5527?
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The Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969
3
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Explain the primary purpose of RA 5527
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To ensure that the work done by MedTech is done by a competent and licensed RMT, in order to protect the health of the public from risks caused by unlicensed practice.
4
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RA 5527 is summarized into how many parts?
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3
5
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Enumerate the 3 parts of the RA 5527
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Training
Practice
Examination
6
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What are at Sections under Training?
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3, 4, 5, 6 and 13
7
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What are the Sections under Practice?
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7-12, 20-26, and 28-29
8
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What are the Sections under Examination?
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15-19, and 27
9
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How many sections are there in RA 5527?
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32
10
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Section 1
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Title
11
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It is an act requiring the registration of Medical Technologists, defining their pactice, and other purposes.
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RA 5527
12
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When was RA 5527 approved?
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June 21, 1969
13
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When was RA 5527 signed?
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August 14, 1969
14
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Who was the president that signed RA 5527?
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Pres. Ferdinand E. Marcos
15
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Section 2
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Definition of Terms
16
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It is an auxiliary branch of laboratory medicine which deals with the examination by various chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic, and other medical laboratory procedures or techniques which will aid the physician in the diagnosis, study, and treatment of the disease and in the promotion of health in general.
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Medical Technology
17
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A duly registered physician who is specially trained in methods of laboratory medicine.
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Pathologist
18
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A person who engages in the work of medical technology under the supervision of a Pathologist or a licensed physician, and who having passed the prescribed course of training and examination.
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Medical Technologist
19
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A person who not being a graduate of BSMT/BSH but having passed the civil service examination, and performs the work of an RMT under supervision.
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Medical Technician
20
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A clinical laboratory, office, agency, clinical, hospital, or sanitarium duly approved by the DOH or its authorized agency.
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Accredited Medical Technology Training Laboratory
21
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Any school, college, or university which offers a course in Medical Technology approved by the DepEd.
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Recognized School of Medical Technology
22
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What are the 8 terms defined in Section 2 of RA 5527?
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- Medical Technology
- Pathologist
- Medical Technologist
- Medical Technician
- Accredited Medical Technology Training Laboratory
- Recognized School of Medical Technology
- Council
- Board
23
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Section 3
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Council of Medical Technology
24
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According to Section 3 of RA 5527, the Chairman of the Council of Medtech should be the _________.
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Secretary of Education or Director of Private Education
25
According to Section 3 of RA 5527, the Vice-Chairman of the Council of Medtech should be the _________.
Director of Bureau of Research and Laboratories of the DOH
26
According to Section 3 of RA 5527, the Members of the Council of Medtech should be composed of _________.
- 1 Chairman and 2 Members of the board of MT
- Dean of the Institute of Health of UP
- A representative of the deans or heads of private schools of MT
- President of PAMET
- President of PSP
27
All in all, how many people are there in the Council of MT?
19
28
Section 4
Compensation and Travelling Expenses of the Council Members
29
The chairman and the members of the council shall be entitled to a __________ for every meeting attended.
25 PHP
30
Are the government officials who receive regular salaries from the government entitled to receive compensation?
No
31
The chairman and members shall be entitled to _________ in connection to their duties and responsibilities.
Travelling Expenses
32
The students who are qualified for undergraduate internship shall pay the amount of _________ for the operating fund of the Council.
5 PHP
33
All medical technology schools are required to submit an annual report on or before the month of __________.
June
34
Section 6
Minimum Required Course
35
According to Section 6 of RA 5527, the minimum required course for MT are __________.
At least 4 years of MT course
12 months of internship
36
Section 7
Board of Examiners of Medical Technology
37
The Board of Medical Technology is composed of __________.
Pathologist
2 RMTs
*both are appointed by the President of the Philippines*
38
The chairman of the Board shall serve for ________.
3 years
39
The two members of the Board shall serve for ________.
2 years and 1 year, respectively
40
How many reappointment/s is/are allowed for the Board of MT?
1
41
In case of vacancy in the Board, the appointee shall serve ___________.
only the unexpired term of the previous member
42
Section 8
Qualifications of Examiners
43
Enumerate the qualifications of examiners according to Section 8 of RA 5527
- Filipino Citizen
- Good Moral Character
- Pathologist/RMT
- At least 10 years in the practice of laboratory medicine
- Not a member of the faculty of any MT school
44
Section 9
Executive Officer of the Board
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The ____________ shall be the Executive Officer of the Board and shall conduct examinations given by it.
Commissioner of Civil Service
46
The __________ appointed in accordance with Section 10 of Act 4007 shall also be the Secretary of the Board.
Secretary of the Board Examiners
47
The __________ shall keep a register of all persons to whom certificates of registration have been granted.
Secretary of the Board
48
Section 10
Compensation of Members of the Board of Examiners for Medical Technology
49
According to Section 10 of RA 5527, each member of the Board shall receive as _______.
- 10 PHP for each applicant examined
- 5 PHP for each applicant granted a COR without examination.
50
Section 11
Functions and Duties of the Board
51
Section 12
Removal of the Board
52
According to Section 12 of RA 5527, any member of the Board may be removed by the President of the Philippines due to the following reasons ___________.
- Neglect of Duty
- Incompetence
- Malpractice or unprofessionalism
- Unethical
- Immoral or dishonorable conduct
53
Section 13
Accreditation of Schools of Medical Technology and of Training Laboratories
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According to Section 13 of RA 5527, the __________ shall approve schools of medical technology.
Department of Education (DepEd)
55
According to Section 13 of RA 5527, the _________ or its authorized agency, shall upon recommendation of the Council of Medical Technology Education, approve laboratories for accreditation as training laboratories for MT students or trainees.
Department of Health
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According to Section 13 of RA 5527, the required fields for accreditation are __________.
- Bacteriology
- Serology
- Parasitology
- Hematology
- Biochemistry
57
Section 14
Inhibition Against the Practice of Medical Technology
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According to Section 14 of RA 5527, no person shall practice medical technology without obtaining a valid certificate of registration except _______________.
- Duly registered physicians
- Medical Technologists from other countries
- Medical Technologist in service of the United States Armed Forces stationed in the Philippines
59
Section 15
Examination
60
According to Section 15 of RA 5527, written examination shall be given by the Board to the following areas __________.
- Greater Manila Area
- Cebu
- Davao
61
When is the MTLE given according to Section 15 of RA 5527?
August or September
62
Written notices of such examination shall be published in at least _________.
3 newspapers of national circulation
63
Written notices of such examination shall be published in at least 3 newspapers of national circulation by the _________.
Secretary of the Board
64
Written notices of such examination shall be published in at least 3 newspapers of national circulation by the Secretary of the Board ___________ to the date of examination.
at least 30 days prior
65
Section 16
Qualification of Examination
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According to Section 16 of RA 5527, every applicant for examination under this Act, shall prior to the date thereof, furnish the Board satisfactory proof the he or she _____________.
- Good health and good moral character
- Completed a course of at least 4 years leading to BMST/BSH degree
- Graduated from other paramedical courses who are performing medical technology practice for the last 5 years prior to the enactment of this act provided that they meet the minimum requirements exceeding 1 year undergraduate internship or practical training.
67
Section 17
Scope of Examination
68
According to Section 17 of RA 5527, which subjects bare the relative weight of 20%?
- Clinical Chemistry
- Microbiology and Parasitology
- Hematology
- Blood Banking
69
According to Section 17 of RA 5527, which subjects bare the relative weight of 10%?
- Clinical Microscopy (AUBF)
- Histopathologic Techniques
- Cytotechnology
- MT Laws
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According to Section 17 of RA 5527, the ________ shall prepare the schedule of subjects for examination and submit it to the Commissioner of Civil Service for publication.
Board
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According to Section 17 of RA 5527, the Board shall prepare the schedule of subjects for examination and submit it to the ___________ for publication.
Commissioner of Civil Service
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According to Section 17 of RA 5527, the Board shall prepare the schedule of subjects for examination and submit it to the Commissioner of Civil Service for publication at least __________ the date of examination.
4 months before
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Section 18
Reporting of Rating
74
How many days shall the result of examination be reported to the Commissioner of Civil Service according to Section 18 of RA 5527?
within 120 days
75
According to Section 18 of RA 5527, where shall the result of examination be reported first?
Commissioner of Civil Service
76
According to Section 18 of RA 5527, the Commissioner of Civil Service shall submit the result to the __________ for approval.
President of the Philippines
77
According to Section 18 of RA 5527, who shall submit the result of examination to the President?
Commissioner of Civil Service
78
Section 19
Rating in the Examination
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According to Section 19 of RA 5527, in order to pass the examination, a candidate must obtain a general average of _____________ in the written exam.
75%
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According to Section 19 of RA 5527, in order to pass the examination, a candidate must obtain a general average of 75% in the written exam, with no rating below ________ in any major subjects.
50%
81
According to Section 19 of RA 5527, in order to pass the examination, a candidate must not fail in at least ___________ of the subjects computed according to their relative weights.
60%
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According to Section 19 of RA 5527, failing the board exam for three times is equivalent to ____________.
12 months refresher course or 12 months postgraduate training
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2 schools that offer a refresher course
Centro Escolar University and Trinity University of Asia
84
Section 20
Oath Taking
85
Section 21
Issuance of Certificate of Registration
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According to Section 21 of RA 5527, every applicant who has passed the examination shall be issued a _____________.
Certificate of Registration
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According to Section 21 of RA 5527, no such certificate shall be issued to any successful applicant who has not attained the age of _______.
21 years old
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According to Section 21 of RA 5527, all certificates must be signed by __________ and attested by its ________.
- Members of the Board
- Secretary
89
According to Section 21 of RA 5527, the Board shall issue a certificate of registration without examination to persons __________.
- Graduated BSMT/BSH in duly recognized schools of MT or foreign countries who have been in the practice of MT for at least 3 years at the time of the passage of this Act.
- Graduated from other paramedical professions who are already eligible by authority of other Boards and who are actually performing MT practice for at least 5 years prior to the enactment of this Act.
90
Section 22
Fees
91
According to Section 22 of RA 5527, the Board shall charge each applicant for examination and registration for the sum of ___________.
50 PHP
92
According to Section 22 of RA 5527, the Board shall charge ___________ for each certificate of registration issued without prior examination.
25 PHP
93
According to Section 22 of RA 5527, the Board shall charge ___________ for issuance of a new certificate to replace certificate lost, destroyed or mutilated.
10 PHP
94
Section 23
Refusal to Issue Certificate
95
According to Section 23 of RA 5527, the Board shall refuse to issue a certificate of registration to any person with the following reasons ______________.
- Convicted by the Court
- Incurable Communicable Disease
- Unsound mind
96
Section 24
Administrative Investigation
97
According to Section 24 of RA 5527, the revocation or suspension of certificates shall be conducted under administrative investigation by at least ____________.
2 members of the Board and 1 legal officer
98
This is the result of the unanimous vote of all the three members of the Board.
Revocation
99
This is the result of the majority vote of the Board.
Suspension
100
According to Section 24 of RA 5527, if revocation or suspension is imposed, the MT is required to surrender his license and certificate of registration __________ after the decision becomes final.
within 30 days
101
Section 25
Appeal
102
Section 26
Reinstatement, Reissue, or Replacement of Certificates
103
Section 27
Foreign Reciprocity
104
Section 28
Roster of Medical Technologist
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According to Section 28 of RA 5527, the Roster of Medical Technologist shall be prepared _________.
annually
106
According to Section 28 of RA 5527, the _________ shall prepare the roster of MT.
Secretary of the Board
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According to Section 28 of RA 5527, the roster shall contain the following:
- Name
- Address
- Citizenship
- Date of Registration/Issuance of Certificate
108
Section 29
Penal Provisions
109
According to Section 29 of RA 5527, how much does the fine cost?
Not less than 2000 PHP, nor more than 5000 PHP
110
According to Section 29 of RA 5527, how many years is the imprisonment?
Not less than 6 months, nor more than 2 years.
111
Section 30
Separability Clause
112
Section 31
Repealing Clause
113
Section 32
Effectivity
