Unit 8.2: RA 7785 (Ammendment of RA 7170) Flashcards
It is an act to advance corneal transplantation in the Philippines
RA 7885
It is an amendment for the purpose RA 7170 also known as Organ Donation Act of 1991
RA 7885
How many sections are in RA 7885?
6 sections
When was RA 7885 signed and approved?
February 20, 1995
Who signed and approved the RA 7885?
Pres. Fidel V. Ramos
What is Section 1 of RA 7885?
Amendment to Section 9 of RA 7170
What is Section 9 of RA 7885?
Manner of Executing a Donation
Section 1
Provided, however, That the said physician, head or designated officer of the hospital, or the medico-legal officer of any government agency which has custody of such body may authorize the removal of the cornea or corneas of the decedent within ___________ after death and upon the request of qualified legatees or donees
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Section 1 | T or F
Such removal of the cornea or corneas should not interfere with any subsequent investigationor alter the post- mortem facial appearance of the decedent by such means as placing eye caps after the said cornea or corneas have been removed
T
What is Section 2 of RA 7170?
Amendment to Section 10 of RA 7170
What is Section 10 of RA 7170?
Person(s) Authorized to Remove and Transplant Organs and Tissues
Section 2
The removal of corneal tissues shall be performed only by _________ and _______ trained in the methodology of such procedure and duly certified by the accredited _____________
ophthalmic surgeons and ophthalmic technicians ; National Association of Ophthalmologists
What is Section 3 of RA 7885?
Implementing Rules and Regulations
What is Section 4 of RA 7885?
Separability clause
What is Section 5 of RA 7885?
Repealing Clause
