10 Questions
What was the third 'grade' of midwife according to Pliny?
Highly trained with a concentration in midwifery
What was one of the titles used for midwives in antiquity?
Nurse
Which hypothesis was considered about the backgrounds of practicing midwives in the Roman West?
Most were of servile origin
What was NOT a title used for midwives in antiquity?
Psychiatrist
Why were midwives in the Roman West generally valued according to one hypothesis?
They earned enough income to gain freedom
According to Soranus of Ephesus, what characteristics should a good midwife possess?
Being literate, having a good memory, and being sympathetic.
What was included in the Ebbers Papyrus related to midwifery?
Obstetrics and gynecology topics related to childbirth.
What is the significance of the Westcar papyrus in midwifery history?
It includes instructions for calculating the expected date of confinement.
In Greco-Roman culture, who were responsible for training midwives?
Old women who continued folk medical traditions.
What did Soranus emphasize about the physical attributes of a good midwife?
Slim fingers and short nails at her fingertips.
Learn about the historical significance of midwifery through the Ebbers Papyrus and Westcar Papyrus, which provide insights into obstetrics, gynecology, the birthing process, and newborn prognosis. Discover ancient practices such as calculating the expected date of confinement and birth chair styles.
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