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Ch 1 L4: Syrups & Topical Preparations Flashcards

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1
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What is the average adult dosage for syrups?

A

1 Tbs every 4 hours

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2
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What is the average child dosage for syrups?

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1 tsp every 4 hours

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3
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What is the infusion to sugar/honey ratio for syrups?

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1:3

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4
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What are the two main topical uses for water infusions?

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  • rinses and washes

- baths and soaks

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5
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What water temp is considered a “hot bath”?

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98°F-104°F

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6
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What water temperature is considered tepid or lukewarm?

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89°F-98°F

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7
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What water temperature is considered a cool bath?

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66°F-80°F

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8
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What are the uses of washes and rinses?

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Used for mucus membranes such as eyes, mouth, nose etc

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9
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What are the uses for baths and soaks?

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Allows for topical absorption of plant constituents, believed to balance qi. Hot baths also help relieve stress

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10
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What is the action of a hot bath

A

Opens capillaries

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11
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What is the application of a cool bath

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Closes capillaries

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12
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What is a common application for tepid or luke warm baths?

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Fevers

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13
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What are two uses for steams?

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Assist in relieving upper respiraory distress or discomfort

Opens pores in skin and encourages healthy skin purging.

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14
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What are some uses for the “Sock Treatment” folk remedy?

A 
Fight infections
Relieve insomnia
Relieve pain
Relieve upper respiratory infections
Neck pain
Laringitis
Migraines
Bronchitis
Ankle injuries
Fevers
Extreme cold in extremities
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15
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What is the benefit of using a ginger infusion in sock treatment?

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Increases heat

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16
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What infusions are indicated for sock treatment used for sprains?

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Yarrow

Witch hazel

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17
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What herbs are indicated for use in upper respiratory steams?

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Chamomile
Thyme
Marjoram
Lavender
Sage
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18
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What is the indicated use of a bath utilizing comfrey leaf?

A

Muscle sprains

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19
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What is the indicated application of a bath using apple cider vinegar and rose?

A

Deodorization and calming of itchy skin

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20
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What is the indicated use of a syrup using wild cherry bark, elecampane and horehound?

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As a cough syrup

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21
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What is the indicated use of a syrup with elecampane and cinnamon?

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Deep lung infection

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22
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What is the indicated use of the following bath formula:
Epsom salt
Baking soda
Chamomile
Juniper berry
Pine needles
Sage
Peppermint
Eucalyptus essential oil
Peppermint essential oil
Juniper essential oil
A

A soak for muscle aches and soreness

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23
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What is a salve?

A

An infused oil, thickened with beeswax

24
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What is a balm?

A

A scented salve, generally used more frequently as a perfume or for aromatherapy

25
Q

What is the “rule of thimb” wax to oil ration for formulating salves and balms?

A

1:8

26
Q

What is ylang ylang essential oil indicated for?

A

Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Aphrodisiac

27
Q

What is chamomile essential oil indicated for?

A 
To calm
Analgesic
Antispasmodic
Anti depressant
Anti inflammatory
28
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When is chamomile essential oil contraindicated?

A

Pregnancy

29
Q

What is tea tree essential oil indicated for?

A 
Infection
Antispasmodic
Respiratory system issues
Dandruff
Muscle aches
30
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What is tea tree essential contraindicated for?

A

Open wounds

31
Q

What is grapefruit essential oil indicated for?

A

Antispasmodic
Mentally refreshing
Energizing

32
Q

What is the main citrus essential oil warning?

A

Photosensitizing

33
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What is ppepermint essential oil indicated for?

A

Cooling
Deodorizing
Energizing
Mental alertness

34
Q

When is peppermint essential oil contraindicated?

A

Pregnancy

35
Q

What is eucalyptus essential oil indicated for?

A 
Respiratory issues
Chest and sinus congestion
Antiseptic
Antispasmodic
Decongestant
Muscle pain and aches
Stimulant
Migraines
36
Q

When is eucalyptus contraindicated?

A

Pregnancy

37
Q

What is clary sage essential oil indicated for?

A 
Cough
Sore throat
Stress
Fatigue
Congestion
38
Q

What common essential oils are contraindicated during pregnancy?

A 
Chamomile
Peppermint
Eucalyptus
Rosemary
Jasmine
Lavender
39
Q

What is rosemary essential oil indicated for?

A 
Mental stimulant, 
Memory
Congestion
Joint and muscle aches
Analgesic
40
Q

When is rosemary contraindicated

A

Pregancy

41
Q

What is jasmine indicated for?

A 
Addiction
Stress
Libido
Aphrodisiac
Respiratory issues
42
Q

When is jasmine essential oil contraindicated?

A

Pregnancy

43
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What is lavender essential oil indicated for?

A 
Stress
Headaches
Depression
Sedative
Deodorant
Antiinflammatory
Antispasmodic
44
Q

When is lavender essential oil contraindicated?

A

Pregnancg

45
Q

What are three main types of poultices?

A

Emollient
Medicated
Rubefacient

46
Q

What is the indication of yarrow poultices?

A

Staunch bleeding

For fresh bruises

47
Q

What is the indication for plantain leaf poultice?

A

Bug bites

Itchiness

48
Q

What is the i dication for calendula poultices?

A

As a vulnerary for cuts and scrapes

49
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What is an emollient poltice?

A

Relieves inflammation by use of warmth and moisture

50
Q

Name at least five emollient poultice ingredients.

A 
Flax seed
Oat meal
Bran
Bread and milk
Plantain leaf
Marshmallow root
Cabbage
Turnip
Potato
Carrot
51
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What are the actions of medicated poultices?

A 
Astringent
Styptic
Anodynes
Vulneraries
Disinfectants
52
Q

What is a rubefacient poultice?

A

Releives inflammation and congestion by drawing blood to the surface of the skin

53
Q

What is a side effect of rubefacient poultices?

A

Skin irritation and redness

54
Q

Name at least three rubefacient poultice ingredients.

A 
Mustard seed
Ginger
Rosemary
Cayenne
Garlic
55
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What is another name for a rubefacient poultice?

A

Plaster

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