The Distinction Between a Technologist and a Technician Can Be

question 12

Multiple Choice

The distinction between a technologist and a technician can be confusing to the general public,when related to medical personnel.A key difference between the two involves education.A technologist typically

• A) is very attentive to details as prescribed by a superior.
• B) has a higher level of education and deal with higher-level problems.
• C) works under the supervision of another health care provider.
• D) works in a supportive role at the direction of a technician.

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Definitions:

Ester Enolate

A reactive intermediate formed from the deprotonation of an ester, used in various organic synthesis reactions.

pKa

A quantitative measure of the strength of an acid in solution, representing the acid dissociation constant on a logarithmic scale.

Diethyl Malonate

An ester of malonic acid used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the synthesis of various organic compounds including barbiturates and vitamins.

Major Organic Product

The primary product of an organic reaction, generally formed in the greatest amount.