NMT100: Botanical Medicine Quiz
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Which herbalist is known for providing cheap and readily available healthcare to the poor?

  • Felter
  • Nicholas Culpeper (correct)
  • Samuel Thomson
  • Ellingwood

    • Who translated a Latin herbal pharmacopeia to English, which made its way to North America?

  • Samuel Thomson
  • Felter
  • Nicholas Culpeper (correct)
  • Ellingwood

    • Which movement in the 20th century blended old and new theories of medicine and used science to understand the body and herbs to treat?

  • American Medical Association
  • Eclectic medicine (correct)
  • Thompsonian movement
  • Friendly Botanical Society

    • Which historical figure is known as the 'Father of Medicine'?

    <p>Hippocrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient civilization had herbal medicine practices 8000 years ago?

    <p>China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which book integrated Greco-Roman medicine with Persian, Indian, and Arabic practices?

    <p>The Canon of Medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal energetics describes a herb that is stimulating and warm?

    <p>Hot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissue state is characterized by poor circulation, coldness, and sluggish digestion?

    <p>Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the plant is typically harvested in early spring when sap rises or in autumn when sap settles?

    <p>Bark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which herbal preparation involves herbs steeped in alcohol or vinegar?

    <p>Tincture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves simmering woody herbs in water for a longer period of time?

    <p>Decoction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate shelf-life of an infusion or decoction when refrigerated?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves applying fresh, dried, or powdered herb directly to the body?

    <p>Poultice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a classification of plant constituents mentioned in the text?

    <p>Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor(s) can affect the efficacy of herbal medicines?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which solvent is recommended for extracting flavonoids?

    <p>Water and alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some potential interactions between herbs and drugs?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do bitters primarily affect?

    <p>Digestive system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbs can enhance the absorption and assimilation of other herbs?

    <p>Bitter and pungent herbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT associated with mucilage?

    <p>Anti-spasmodic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which herb is an example of a demulcent for the respiratory tract?

    <p>Coltsfoot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which constituent promotes the formation of scab or eschar in wound healing?

    <p>Allantoin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT associated with mucilage?

    <p>Diuretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is an example of a demulcent for the respiratory tract?

    <p>Mullein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a vulnerary herb?

    <p>Marshmallow root</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a bulking laxative containing mucilage?

    <p>Chickweed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an emollient herb for topical use?

    <p>Licorice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a demulcent herb for the genitourinary tract?

    <p>Licorice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a demulcent herb for the GI tract?

    <p>Coltsfoot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with tannins?

    <p>Antimicrobial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herb with astringent properties?

    <p>Meadowsweet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is herbal constituent does Horsechestnut fall under?

    <p>Coumarin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with volatile oils?

    <p>Carminative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herb with rubefacient properties?

    <p>Cayenne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with bitters?

    <p>Digestive stimulant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with soothing expectorants?

    <p>Relax bronchial tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a soothing expectorant?

    <p>Coltsfoot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with coumarins?

    <p>Liver protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with flavonoids?

    <p>Reduce oxidative damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herbal antispasmodic (coumarin)?

    <p>Red clover</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with lignans?

    <p>Reduce cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herbal stimulant laxative (antraquinone)?

    <p>Cascara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is classified as a nervine relaxant?

    <p>Lemon Balm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is classified as a nervine stimulant?

    <p>Peppermint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is classified as a nervine tonic?

    <p>St. John's Wort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is an immune stimulant/antimicrobial?

    <p>Oil of oregano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs contains saponins?

    <p>Licorice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of alkaloid is found in Passionflower?

    <p>Indole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs are examples of Isoquinoline alkaloids?

    <p>Corydalis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs are examples of Purine alkaloids?

    <p>Caffeine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs are examples of Indole alkaloids?

    <p>Passionflower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with mucilage?

    <p>Anti-inflammatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a demulcent herb for the GI tract?

    <p>Echinacea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is NOT an example of a demulcent for the respiratory tract?

    <p>Eucalyptus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with volatile oils?

    <p>Antimicrobial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT associated with coumarins?

    <p>Antioxidant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with flavonoids?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT associated with tannins?

    <p>Antioxidant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herb with hepatoprotective properties?

    <p>Milk thistle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a safety concern associated with volatile oils?

    <p>Can cause zinc deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herb with anti-inflammatory properties?

    <p>Salicylates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herb with anti-diarrheal properties?

    <p>Tannins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with bitters?

    <p>Stimulate and relax muscle tissues of intestines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with saponins?

    <p>Anti-spasmodic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do nervine relaxants primarily affect?

    <p>Nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with nervine stimulants?

    <p>Enhances innate immunological defenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with immune stimulants/antimicrobials?

    <p>Relieves mental fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a safety consideration for alkaloids?

    <p>Avoid in cases of mental fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do nervine relaxants primarily affect?

    <p>Nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bodily fluid is associated with the choleric temperament?

    <p>Yellow Bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which temperament is characterized by being socialable, talkative, and impulsive?

    <p>Sanguine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which temperament is characterized by being moody, somber, and pessimistic?

    <p>Melancholic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal energetics is associated with red, swollen, tender, hot tissues and anxiety?

    <p>Heat-excitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal energetics is associated with poor circulation, cold, easy bruising, and cloudy thinking?

    <p>Cold-depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal energetics is associated with tissues lacking tone, prolapsed organs, and pale, cool, moist skin?

    <p>Damp-laxity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of herbal preparation is best for extracting most constituents and acts as a preservative due to its strong nature?

    <p>Tincture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of herbal preparation is best for woody herbs and requires more heat and time compared to infusion?

    <p>Decoction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations involves beeswax or a thickening agent and is applied directly to the skin?

    <p>Salve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations is inhaled as steam to deliver constituents directly into the respiratory tract?

    <p>Inhalation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations involves steeping herbs in warm or cold oil and can be used topically or internally via cooking?

    <p>Infused oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations is used for promoting digestion and supporting liver health, and contains 4% acetic acid?

    <p>Vinegars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following solvents is required for extracting alkaloids from herbs?

    <p>35-50% alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following solvents is required for extracting flavonoids from herbs?

    <p>35-50% alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following solvents is required for extracting mucilage from herbs?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary metabolite of a plant?

    <p>Alkamide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of secondary metabolites in plants?

    <p>Energy production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a constituent classification of secondary metabolites in plants?

    <p>Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What humor is associated with the element of fire?

    <p>choler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What humor is associated with air?

    <p>blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct method for making an infusion?

    <p>Steep delicate plant parts in hot water for 10-20 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors should be considered when harvesting your own herbs?

    <p>Environmental impact, time of year, quality, drying and processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an herbal preparation for external use?

    <p>Gargles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is recommended for making a decoction?

    <p>Licorice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should roots be harvested?

    <p>Autumn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recommended storage method for herbs?

    <p>Store in aluminum containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended use for a fomentation (compress)?

    <p>Applying topically to the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of herbal preparation is best for extracting most constituents and acts as a preservative due to its strong nature?

    <p>Tincture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method for making tinctures according to the text?

    <p>Traditional Method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with mucilage?

    <p>Demulcent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the Maceration Method for making tinctures according to the text?

    <p>1:5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations involves beeswax or a thickening agent and is applied directly to the skin?

    <p>Cream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is NOT mentioned as requiring more than 70% alcohol in a tincture according to the text?

    <p>Comfrey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is an immune stimulant/antimicrobial?

    <p>Echinacea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a herb with hepatoprotective properties according to the text?

    <p>Chamomile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a herbal preparation that can be applied directly to the skin for skin and muscle issues?

    <p>Poultice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations is made by adding beeswax or another thickening agent to a herbal oil?

    <p>Salve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations involves soaking a cloth in an infusion or decoction and applying it to the skin?

    <p>Compress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with mucilage?

    <p>Vulnerary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an emollient herb for topical use?

    <p>Comfrey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a demulcent herb for the genitourinary tract?

    <p>Licorice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a constituent classification of secondary metabolites in plants?

    <p>Mucilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following plants contains alkaloids that are contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation?

    <p>Berberis aquifolium/vulgaris (Oregon Grape)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following alkaloids is found in both coffee and tea?

    <p>Purine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an herb containing anthraquinones?

    <p>Aloe latex (Aloe barbadensis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT associated with flavonoids?

    <p>Anti-viral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a herb with hepatoprotective properties according to the text?

    <p>Goldenseal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with bitters?

    <p>Regulates blood sugars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT associated with tannins?

    <p>Speeding wound healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a safety concern associated with salicylates?

    <p>Avoid in children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an action associated with bitters?

    <p>Anti-inflammatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a constituent classification of secondary metabolites in plants?

    <p>Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is classified as a nervine relaxant?

    <p>Lemon Balm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is NOT an example of a nervine stimulant?

    <p>Passionflower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is classified as an immune stimulant?

    <p>Echinacea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbs is NOT an example of a saponin action?

    <p>Ginseng</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Herbal Medicine History

    • Samuel Thomson, a herbalist, provided cheap and readily available healthcare to the poor.
    • John Gerard translated a Latin herbal pharmacopeia to English, which spread to North America.

    Herbal Medicine Movement

    • The 20th century movement blended old and new theories of medicine, using science to understand the body and herbs to treat.

    Famous Figures

    • Hippocrates is known as the 'Father of Medicine'.

    Ancient Civilizations

    • The ancient civilization of China had herbal medicine practices 8000 years ago.

    Herbal Medicine Books

    • The book "Canon of Medicine" integrated Greco-Roman medicine with Persian, Indian, and Arabic practices.

    Herbal Energetics

    • The herbal energetic 'yang' describes a herb that is stimulating and warm.

    Tissue States

    • The tissue state 'cold' is characterized by poor circulation, coldness, and sluggish digestion.

    Plant Parts

    • Roots are typically harvested in early spring when sap rises or in autumn when sap settles.

    Herbal Preparations

    • Tinctures involve herbs steeped in alcohol or vinegar.
    • Decoctions involve simmering woody herbs in water for a longer period of time.
    • Infusions have a shelf-life of approximately 3-5 days when refrigerated.
    • Topical applications involve applying fresh, dried, or powdered herbs directly to the body.

    Herbal Constituents

    • Factors affecting the efficacy of herbal medicines include age, quality, and preparation of herbs.
    • Flavonoids can be extracted using water or alcohol.
    • Potential interactions between herbs and drugs include enhanced or reduced effects.

    Body Systems

    • Bitters primarily affect the digestive system.

    Herbal Actions

    • Demulcent herbs can enhance the absorption and assimilation of other herbs.
    • Mucilage is associated with soothing and protecting tissues.
    • Astringent herbs are associated with drying and constricting tissues.
    • Tannins are associated with astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.
    • Volatile oils are associated with stimulating and warming properties.
    • Bitters are associated with stimulating digestion and improving appetite.

    Herbal Examples

    • Examples of demulcent herbs for the respiratory tract include Marshmallow and Licorice.
    • Examples of vulnerary herbs include Calendula and Plantain.
    • Examples of astringent herbs include Witch Hazel and Oak Bark.
    • Examples of nervine relaxants include Valerian and Chamomile.
    • Examples of nervine stimulants include Ginseng and Peppermint.
    • Examples of herbal antispasmodics include Cramp Bark and Black Haw.
    • Examples of herbal stimulant laxatives include Senna and Cascara Sagrada.
    • Examples of immune stimulants/antimicrobials include Echinacea and Garlic.

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