The Poultice Making Master
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Which method can be used to make a poultice?

  • Folk Method
  • Maceration Method
  • Percolation Method
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?

  • To extract plant constituents
  • To preserve the medicine
  • To increase the shelf life
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which method of making tinctures involves moving a solvent through powdered herb material?

  • Folk Method
  • Maceration Method
  • Percolation Method (correct)
  • None of the above

    • What is the ratio of herb material to liquid used in the maceration method?

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

    Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract resins and oils from herbs?

    <blockquote> <p>70% (A)</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of encapsulating powdered herbs?

    <p>To make them easier to consume (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the plant is typically used for making infusions?

    <p>Leaves (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making an infusion?

    <p>1-3 tsp (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?

    <p>The type of herb used (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the plant is typically used for making decoctions?

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

    What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making a decoction?

    <p>2-8g (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a fomentation (compress)?

    <p>Topical application of herbs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a water-based extraction prepared from delicate plant parts such as leaves, flowers, or green stems?

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

    When making an infusion, some herbs like marshmallow root require what type of water for extraction?

    <p>Cold water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?

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

    Which herbal preparation is a water-based extraction prepared from tougher plant parts such as roots, bark, or seeds?

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

    Which of the following herbal preparations is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?

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

    Which herbal preparation involves soaking herbs in a liquid such as alcohol or glycerin to extract their medicinal properties?

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

    Which method involves applying a paste of plants directly to the skin?

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

    What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?

    <p>6-12 months (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it recommended to take herbal preparations on an empty stomach?

    <p>On an empty stomach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general dosing recommendation for tea?

    <p>1 tsp dried herb per cup water, drink 1 cup 3 times daily (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?

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

    What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?

    <p>30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?

    <p>Lozenges &amp; pastilles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?

    <p>To extract fat-soluble constituents (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?

    <p>10-15 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is absorbed by the body and works on the surface of the skin?

    <p>Creams &amp; lotions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?

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

    Which type of herbal preparation is a semi-solid preparation containing the plant's medicinal properties using oil and beeswax?

    <p>Salves &amp; lip balms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consideration for harvesting your own herbs?

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

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?

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

    What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?

    <p>To extract resins and oils (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is a semi-solid preparation containing the plant's medicinal properties using oil and beeswax?

    <p>Oils and Salves (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?

    <p>5-10 drops (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?

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

    Which method of preparing herbal infusions involves pouring nearly boiling water over dried herbs and letting them steep for 10-20 minutes?

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

    Which part of the plant is typically used for making decoctions?

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

    What is the general dosing recommendation for herbal tea?

    <p>3 cups daily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of preparing herbal preparations involves applying a cloth steeped in herbal infusion or decoction directly to the affected area?

    <p>Fomentation (compress) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate shelf life of dried herbs stored in air-tight containers in a cool, dark place?

    <p>Up to 1 year (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?

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

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones?

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

    What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?

    <p>30 minutes to 3 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to make a tincture?

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

    What is the recommended ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the maceration method?

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

    Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract resins and oils from herbs?

    <blockquote> <p>70% (A)</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?

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

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?

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

    What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?

    <p>6 months (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?

    <p>10-15 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?

    <p>To provide an alcohol-free option (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to make a poultice?

    <p>Infusion method (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it recommended to take herbal preparations on an empty stomach?

    <p>Before meals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?

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

    What is the purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?

    <p>To extract medicinal properties from the herbs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?

    <p>The duration of the extraction process (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a fomentation (compress)?

    <p>To provide heat and moisture to the affected area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When making an infusion, some herbs like marshmallow root require what type of water for extraction?

    <p>Hot water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following herbal preparations is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?

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

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?

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

    What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?

    <p>6 months (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?

    <p>1 tablespoon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to make a poultice?

    <p>Fomentation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?

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

    What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?

    <p>To extract the medicinal properties of the herbs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?

    <p>30 minutes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?

    <p>6 months to 1 year (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?

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

    What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?

    <p>15-30 minutes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making an infusion?

    <p>6-8g (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to make a poultice?

    <p>Applying a paste of plants directly to the skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods can be used to make a poultice?

    <p>Folk method (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate shelf life of tinctures made with alcohol?

    <p>1-2 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract alkaloids from herbs?

    <p>25-45% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the maceration method?

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

    Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones?

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

    What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions when refrigerated?

    <p>1-2 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?

    <p>30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?

    <p>2-3 times daily or as needed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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