2 - Philosophical Basis of Quality Control

Question 1

I. It is interesting to note that what the chemists established as quality measure was nothing more than reaffirmation of a timeless axiom of philosophy “Man is a _______ (Imperfect) Animal”

Answer 1

Fallible

Question 2

I. The most important lesson which man must learn when he performs in the clinical laboratory:

Answer 2

He must accept the fact that he, being a human being, must demonstrate some degree of variability in his work.

Question 3

I. Quality ________ is nothing more than the numerical expression of
this variability and at the same time a control of our variability.

This philosophy should not become an excuse for imperfect work but rather a reminder to observe and adhere to quality control procedures in order to decrease the effect of variability to an insignificant level.

Answer 3

control

Question 4

II. Another philosophical basis is the proper exercise of _________

Answer 4

freedom

Question 5

II. An individual should be free to do what he ought to do, not necessarily what he wants to do. One has to exercise _____ and ______ in his thought processes. It is only then that he can follow the dictates of his thoughts. This simply refers to the responsible practice of ________.

Answer 5

logic; reason; freedom