23 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a source of homeopathic remedies?
None of the above
What is the purpose of succussion in the preparation of homeopathic remedies?
To release the dynamic power of the substance
What is the process of diluting a non-soluble substance by grinding it to a fine powder and mixing it with lactose powder called?
Trituration
Which term refers to the number of serial dilutions and succussions in the preparation of a homeopathic remedy?
Potency
What are the solid vehicles commonly used in the preparation of homeopathic remedies?
Saccharum lactis, cane sugar/dextrose, sucrose
Which of the following is NOT a liquid vehicle commonly used in the preparation of homeopathic remedies?
Essential Oils
What is the term used to describe the process by which the dynamic power of a substance is released by serial dilutions and succussions?
Potentization/Dynamization
What is the purpose of trituration in the preparation of homeopathic remedies?
To grind the remedy to a fine powder
Which of the following is NOT a semi-solid vehicle commonly used in the preparation of homeopathic remedies?
Saccharum lactis
Which of the following is NOT a type of homeopathic potency?
Quintessesimal
Why do many homeopaths in Canada prefer to dispense homeopathic medicines at their office?
All of the above
What standards are followed by the College of Homeopaths of Ontario for compounding homeopathic medicines?
All of the above
What is the maximum potency level for solid substances in homeopathy?
1/50 000
What is the last discovery of Hahnemann for a rapid, gentle, and permanent cure in homeopathy?
Fifty Millesimal potency
Which of the following is NOT required to be included on the label of a homeopathic medicine?
The Registrant’s name and address
What information is NOT included on a prescription according to the College of Naturopaths of Ontario?
The name, signature, address, telephone number, and College registration number of the patient
What handling precaution should be taken with homeopathic remedies?
Avoid taking any other homeopathic medicine or herbal/natural supplement without consulting with your homeopath
According to the text, what are some positive effects of transparent communication with patients?
All of the above
What is required to be included in a patient record for individuals prescribed a drug?
All of the above
What should be included on the container of a homeopathic remedy according to labeling requirements?
The Registrant’s name and telephone number
What should be avoided when storing homeopathic remedies?
All of the above
What must be included on a prescription according to the General Regulation?
The name, signature, address, telephone number, and College registration number of the Registrant
What should be avoided before and after taking a homeopathic remedy?
All of the above
This quiz focuses on the ethics and standards of practice in prescribing homeopathic therapeutics. It also covers the process of potentizing a homeopathic remedy and applying ethical standards to the dispensing of remedies. Test your knowledge on homeopathic remedies preparation and dispensing.
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