a Chicago State University College of Pharmacy, Chicago, IL b University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy, Princess Anne, MD c South Suburban College Pharmacy Technician Program, South Holland, IL d Pharmacy Technician Educators Council, Dale, TX e Washington State University College of Pharmacy, Pullman, WA f Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, Washington, DC g American Societ...

This study examines the relationship between certification examination test results and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) career success. The sample was drawn from the Longitudinal Emergency Medical Technician Attributes and Demographics Study (LEADS). LEADS participants were matched with National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification testing data: (1) exam scores for ...

This paper develops the notion of technological unconscious by engaging with geographic relationship between technology and production subjectivity. Drawing upon research Alternate Anatomies Laboratory in Australia, advances this through an empirical encounter sonographic imaging. Contributing to conceptualisations ways technologies participate activity, ultrasound imaging (sonography) is turne...

BACKGROUND A high dosing accuracy is needed to maintain normal glycemia in patients with diabetes. This study investigated the dose accuracy of the commonly used reusable insulin pens ClikSTAR®, NovoPen® 4, and Luxura®. METHODS Pens were tested in a laboratory setting by one trained technician who delivered four doses of 30 U from each of 15 pens per pen model (a total of 60 doses from each p...

BACKGROUND Early detection and confirmation of cholera outbreaks are crucial for rapid implementation of control measures. Because cholera frequently affects regions with limited laboratory resources, rapid diagnostic tests (RDT) designed for field conditions are important to enhance rapid response. Stool culture remains the "gold standard" for cholera diagnosis; however, its lack of sensitivit...

A rare form of extragenital gonococcal infection was recorded after accidental exposure in laboratory during the identification of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Three days after needlestick injury, on the left index finger of exposed technician very painful abscess developed. Beside local symptoms presented on the finger, fever or any other signs or symptoms of infection have not been observed. Oral a...

Defining the “dialysis technician” The term “dialysis” or “renal technician” is generally used for people entrusted with technically oriented tasks in a dialysis unit. Unlike other professions in the renal care team (nurses and physicians in particular) the term per se does not describe the exact scope of duties and responsibilities or educational background and professional standing of the tec...