Medical Technology Laws and Bioethics Notes

Page 1: Orientation

Focus on the introduction to Medical Technology Laws and Bioethics.
Conducted by National University - MOA, College of Optometry and Health Science.

Page 2: Copyright Reminder

Learning materials are the property of National University, Mall of Asia.
Do not copy, distribute, or share any materials - protected under Republic Act No. 8293 (Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines).

Page 3: Policies on Class Activities

Policies apply to all graded activities with submission deadlines.
Students must present VALID EXCUSES; non-compliance results in a 5-point deduction.

Page 4: Invalid Excuses

Invalid excuses lead to a score of zero for missed activities.
Working students are encouraged to prioritize school responsibilities.

Page 5: Special Exam and Quiz Policies

Major exams missed result in an INC grade.
Special exams given for VALID reasons. Invalid reasons disallow quizzes.
Cheating results in a score of zero.

Page 6: Communication with Professor

Communication to be within workdays and hours, using MS Teams or Outlook only.
No contact via social media after 7 PM.

Page 7: Course Requirements

Reference Book: Medical Technology Laws and Bioethics: A Work Text Book by Gamaliel Issmar S. De Vera.
Small Quiz Fillers (Blue), Major Exams, and Other Learning Activities including recitations, debates, and film viewings related to bioethics.

Page 8: Grading System (Midterm & Final)

Grading is based on a percentage system.
Breakdown: Midterm 40%, Final 60% with specific components like class participation, quizzes, debates, and major performances contributing percentage points.

Page 9: Grading System Details

Grade equivalents from 4.00 (96-100%) down to 0.00 (academic misconduct).
Remedial exam criteria for grades between 58-59.49%.

Page 10: General Instructions for Quizzes

Quizzes consist of 30 items with 5 maximum quizzes per grading period.
Must be written clearly with no erasures, using specific fillers.

Page 11: Introduction and History of Medical Technology

Basic introduction prepared by Erica Mae S. Gongora, RMT, MSMT.

Page 12: Brief Introduction to Law

Define law and its imperative nature.

Page 13: Definition of Law

A rule of conduct, obligatory and promulgated by legitimate authority for the common benefit.

Page 14: Basic Legal Principle 1

"Ignorantia legis neminem excusat" - Ignorance of the law does not excuse compliance.

Page 15: Basic Legal Principle 2

Laws have no retroactive effect unless otherwise stated.
"Lex prospicit, non respicit" - Law looks forward, not backward.

Page 16: Basic Legal Principle 3

Rights may be waived unless contradictory to law, public order, or good customs.

Page 17: Repeal of Laws

Only subsequent laws can repeal previous laws.

Page 18: The Constitution

The Constitution is the supreme law, and all other laws must conform to its terms.

Page 19: Administrative and Executive Acts

These acts do not have the power to repeal existing laws, only legislation can.

Page 20: Customs and Laws

Customs that violate law or public policy are not recognized legally.

Page 21: Medical Technology Laws

Legislative enactments that govern the practice of Medical Technology in the Philippines.

Page 22: Violations of Medical Technology Laws

Violations can lead to penalties including fines and imprisonment.

Page 23: Function of Punishment in Medical Technology

Punishments are designed to protect society from malpractice and unintended consequences.

Page 24: Importance of Medical Technology Laws and Bioethics

Establishes legal and moral obligations of professionals in medical technology practices.

Page 25: Morality Consideration

Defines morality as the quality of a human act with parameters determining its goodness.

Page 26: Brief History of Laboratory Science

Overview of lab practices from ancient times, starting with urinalysis in Babylon.

Page 27: Ancient Egyptian Contributions

References to polyuria and intestinal worms documented in the Ebers Papyrus.

Page 28: Hippocrates' Impact

Emphazises the shift in medical ethics with the Hippocratic Oath and disease understanding.

Page 29: Forensic Pathology

Antistius as the first forensic pathologist known for autopsy work.

Page 30: Microscopy Evolution

The 17th century was pivotal for laboratory diagnosis with the development of microscopes.

Page 31: Blood Circulation Discovery

Contributions by William Harvey and Marcelo Malpighi to blood circulation and embryology.

Page 32: Emergence of Laboratory Medicine

The late 17th century saw significant increase in laboratory practices following microscope invention.

Page 33: Advances in Cancer Pathology

Pioneers like Johannes Müller and Rudolf Virchow in cancer pathology and cellular biology.

Page 34: 20th Century Innovations

Key discoveries in medicine, acknowledging Alexander Fleming and Karl Landsteiner's contributions.

Page 35: Medical Technology in the Philippines

Establishment of the first public health laboratory in Manila in 1883.

Page 36: Changes in Philippine Health Education

The introduction of public health education and legislation for hygiene schools in 1921.

Page 37: Commonwealth Era Contributions

Strengthening health education during World War II disruptions.

Page 38: Post-War Efforts in the Philippines

The establishment of advanced clinical laboratories post-WWII.

Page 39: Training of Medical Technologists

Development of medical technology education post-occupation.

Page 40: Pioneering Medical Technology Education

Dr. Willa Hilgert Hedrick's foundational role in medical technology education in the Philippines.

Page 41: Expanding Curriculum Offerings

Introduction of medical technology as an elective subject in pharmacy programs again.

Page 42: Growth of Medical Technology Courses

Evolution of medical technology as a standalone field in Filipino education post-1958.

Page 43: Regulatory Approvals

Systematic establishment and approval of medical technology curriculum by 1959.

Page 44: Legal Foundations

Enactment of Republic Act No. 5527 for medical technology education accreditation.

Page 45: Professional Organizations in Medical Technology

Indicates the importance of institutional support to medical technologists in the Philippines.

Page 46: Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET)

Established in 1963 to standardize the profession of Medical Technology.

Page 47: Organizational Growth of PAMET

Focuses on the impact of Mr. Crisanto G. Almario.

Page 48: Legislative Advocacy and Recognition

Details on PRC acknowledgment for PAMET and its early leadership efforts.

Page 49: Medical Technology National Celebrations

Recognition efforts through designated Medical Technology Week.

Page 50: Institutional Accreditation

PAMET’s accreditations establish it as the foremost organization for medical technologists.

Page 51: Cultural Contributions

Establishment of PAMET’s hymn by students highlights cultural identity.

Page 52-56: PAMET Presidents and Their Advocacies

Overview of presidents, their tenures, and their respective contributions to the field.

Page 57-61: Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health (PASMETH)

Established for quality assurance in medical technology education across educational institutions in the Philippines.

Page 62-66: Philippine Society of Medical Technology Students (PHISMETS)

Focuses on the holistic development of students in medical technology fields and their involvement in professional activities.

Page 67: References

Cited legal references and academic sources relevant for medical technology laws and education in the Philippines.