Herbal Ethics and Safety

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Which factor is important to consider when using herbal medicine in practice?

  • Quality and sourcing (correct)
  • Cultural sensitivity and patient autonomy
  • Social and environmental impact
  • Toxicity and contraindications

What can happen if a herb and drug have opposing effects?

  • They can have a synergistic effect
  • They can counteract each other (correct)
  • They can lead to toxicity
  • They can cause allergic reactions

What is an example of a herb-drug interaction?

  • Combining herbs and pharmaceuticals with opposing effects
  • Changes in absorption in the gastrointestinal tract (correct)
  • Changes in the way a substance is metabolized and excreted
  • Combining herbs and pharmaceuticals with the same effects

What is an example of an herb-herb interaction?

<p>Combining bitter and pungent herbs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if herbal products are contaminated?

<p>They can lead to toxicity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a contraindication for using an herb?

<p>Reduced organ function (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a social impact of herbal medicine?

<p>Unsustainable harvesting methods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a cultural sensitivity consideration in herbal medicine?

<p>Different worldviews and beliefs about health and disease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should be considered when recommending an herbal remedy?

<p>The medical history of the patient (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can tannins do to the absorption of other constituents in herbs?

<p>Prevent absorption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can poor soil quality and unnatural growing conditions result in?

<p>Reduced quality of herbs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when using herbs?

<p>Using herbs from at-risk species (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when sourcing herbs?

<p>The sustainability of the sourcing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before recommending an herbal remedy?

<p>Performing a complete medical history (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided to prevent herb toxicity?

<p>Using herbs in excessive doses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when using at-risk species of plants?

<p>The caution and careful consideration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when recommending an herbal remedy?

<p>The medical history of the patient (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered to ensure safe practice with herbs?

<p>Using herbs within the therapeutic window (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when using herbs?

<p>Using herbs from at-risk species (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when sourcing herbs?

<p>The sustainability of the sourcing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization states that Echinacea and Slippery Elm are at risk of extinction?

<p>United Plant Savers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of overharvesting herbal plants?

<p>Reduced availability of medicines for indigenous communities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one ethical concern related to herbal medicine?

<p>Cultural appropriation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that affects the quality of herbal medicine?

<p>Quality of herbs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization states that Sandalwood is at critical risk of extinction?

<p>United Plant Savers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of commercial exploitation of wild plants?

<p>Decreased availability of wild plants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that affects the quality of herbal medicine?

<p>Quality of herbs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of overextraction of Sandalwood from the environment?

<p>Risk of extinction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of agricultural practices on herbal medicine?

<p>Decreased quality of herbal medicine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is mentioned as a framework for discussing herbal medicine and its practice?

<p>Naturopathic Medicine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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