I believe in some instances it is entirely too strict and there should be some leniency. Of course, I think anything extensive or lavish should be minimal, but it should also be at the discretion of the patient. The…   Read more»

I believe public schools work within a functional organizational structure because there is HR, one principal, maybe one or two asst principals, admin, then admin support, school support (nurse, custodian, aides) and then there are teachers. They all typically work…   Read more»

I currently work in a functional organization. I was a BT first then took an exam to become an RBT. Above me are BCaBAs, BCBA, and BCBA-D, along with admin, admin support, and HR. The company I work for is…   Read more»

I personally would never rely on a verbal agreement on something that is of great importance because human error is forgetting the great detail of sometimes highly important matters. I also think it all depends on the basis of the…   Read more»

I have to agree that labeling should not be considered a method of mitigating the risk of medication, devices, etc. I understand the importance of warning labels and I understand why companies decide to utilize them, however, I think a…   Read more»

In regard to medical devices, I think in a majority of instances the risks taken are necessary because the devices are utilized as a medical necessity. I’m sure if there were alternative options to the device, then would the device…   Read more»

I would like to think that most companies do wight the benefits vs the risks in product development. I think they have to because, in the long run, they have to think about the probability or possibility of things going…   Read more»

Devices such as a colostomy bag wouldn’t require a clinical trial and would suffice with validation and verification. This would not require a clinical trial because they do not pose a risk to the patient. This would be considered a…   Read more»

I believe that companies are taking corporate responsibility. I think at this point in time, especially in the medical industry they have to. There is some sort of moral principles that are guiding them to do so, and it is…   Read more»

There is a new drug that was approved by the FDA as a treatment for early Alzheimer’s called Lecanemab in January of this year (2023). It is currently marketed under the name Leqembi. In people with early Alzheimer’s disease, Lecanemab—a…   Read more»

I believe all patients have the right to say no. No matter how rare their cells are, their blood type, etc., they should have the right to say no. But they also should not be asked multiple times or feel…   Read more»

I believe with any type of trial, whether with animals or humans, there will be advantages and disadvantages. I don’t want to say it’s the end result that makes it worth it, but that is kinda the point. The advantage…   Read more»

I think that many of us have different things we look for when looking for a company to work for as well as what we would offer if we ran a business. I say this because of the various backgrounds…   Read more»

The most recent and common form of the Fifth P that I have noticed lately is incorporating social media, specifically TikTok. Customers can and want to be involved with the brands they love, from product development to brand advocacy. Brand…   Read more»

I don’t think I have ever looked into what a company labels itself as. I honestly look into the company and its mission and their reviews from employers before I apply. So, no I would not turn down a company…   Read more»

Controlling document modifications and revisions entails keeping track of important versions of a company’s policies and procedures. When handled properly, this process requires a large amount of time. Since this can be done from anywhere, using a document management system…   Read more»

Most recently, there was a recall on Skippack Medical Lab SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Test (Colloidal Gold). It was originally disturbed in January 2022, and at least 56,300 devices were recalled. The Skippack Medical Lab SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Test (Colloidal Gold)…   Read more»

A few ways to prevent and ensure manufacturing safety first and foremost are to wear proper PPE, make sure to follow the safety protocols, understand the emergency response plan, be aware of the safety regulations, and have seamless communication. The…   Read more»

I understand why animals are used for testing, but that doesn’t negate the fact that animals feel pain just as humans do. In some cases, animal testing does not seem necessary, especially in the instance that there are other ways…   Read more»

I think for the purpose of research, academia seems to be the best option for me as well. I think academia will not only encourage learning but also like he said we can “be on the threshold of human knowledge”….   Read more»