Clinical Correlates Flashcards
Herbal protocol for varicose veins may include…
a. Licorice and flaxseed
b. Mullein, yarrow, and witch hazel
c. Red raspberry, feverfew, and ginger
d. Elecampane and mouse ear
b. Mullein, yarrow, and witch hazel
Lifestyle modifications for varicose veins may include…
a. Keep the area clean and exposed to sunlight.
b. Calcium, Vitamin C, and raising legs when resting.
c. Increase intake of fiber and trace minerals.
d. Zinc, magnesium, and vitamin A.
b. Calcium, Vitamin C, and raising legs when resting.
Which condition can be caused by faulty valves in the veins, lack of elasticity in the walls of the veins, excessive weight, lack of exercise, tight clothing, constipation, pregnancy, and certain hereditary factors?
a. Eczema
b. Menopause
c. Hay Fever
d. Varicose veins
d. Varicose veins
Herbal protocol for hemorrhoids may include…
a. Feverfew, ginger, and watercress
b. Dandelion, parsley, and juniper berry
c. Witch hazel, aloe vera, and comfrey
d. Licorice and flaxseed
c. Witch hazel, aloe vera, and comfrey
Lifestyle modifications for hemorrhoids may include…
a. drinking at least 64 oz of water throughout the day
b. exercise.
c. avoiding constipation.
d. Vitamin E topically.
e. all of the above.
e. all of the above.
Hemorrhoids can be caused from…
a. wearing tight clothing.
b. an irritant, such as pollen, dust, feathers, animal hair, and certain foods.
c. overweight, pregnancy, or lack of exercise.
d. eating undercooked food.
c. overweight, pregnancy, or lack of exercise.
Herbal protocol for hay fever may include…
a. Feverfew, parsley, and sweet basil
b. Watercress, hyssop, and uva ursi
c. Cleavers, garlic, and nettle
d. Juniper berry, dandelion, and flaxseed
c. Cleavers, garlic, and nettle
Herbal protocol for acute gastritis may include…
a. Sorrel, sweet basil, and watercress
b. Chamomile Roman, ginger, and peppermint
c. Feverfew, motherwort, and red raspberry
d. Juniper berry, uva ursi, and parsley
b. Chamomile Roman, ginger, and peppermint
Lifestyle modifications for acute gastritis may include…
a. eating in a relaxed environment
b. avoid too many different foods at one meal
c. charcoal tablets
d. all of the above
d. all of the above
What condition can be caused by eating too fast, eating while emotionally upset, eating too many different foods at one meal, or drinking too much fluid while eating?
a. Diverticulitis
b. Constipation
c. Acute gastritis
d. Cystitis
c. Acute gastritis
Which condition is an acute inflammation and congestion of the mucous membranes that line the walls of the stomach? The symptoms may include nausea and vomiting, headache, pain in the stomach region or back, erupted ulcers around the mouth, wind or gas, thirst, depression, diarrhea, or constipation.
a. Diverticulitis
b. Constipation
c. Acute gastritis
d. Cystitis
c. Acute gastritis
True or False:
Acute gastritis is also known as dyspepsia or indigestion.
True
Herbal protocol for the common cold may include…
a. Sorrel, sweet basil, and watercress
b. Motherwort, red raspberry, and red clover
c. Elderflowers, hyssop, and garlic
d. Parsely, juniper berry, and uva ursi
c. Elderflowers, hyssop, and garlic
Lifestyle modifications for the common cold may include…
a. Sunlight
b. Pre and probiotics
c. Avoid too many carbohydrates
d. Zinc
e. A, C, and D
b. Pre and probiotics
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the respiratory passages with nose and throat irritations, sneezing, coughing, watery eyes, headaches, fever, chills, muscular aches and pains, and temporary loss of taste and smell are symptoms of which condition?
a. Hay fever
b. Acute gastritis
c. Common cold
d. Cystitis
c. Common cold
Herbal protocol for pre-menstrual fluid retention may include…
a. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
b. Cleavers, dandelion, and parsley
c. Feverfew, ginger, and motherwort
d. Fennel, sorrel, and watercress
b. Cleavers, dandelion, and parsley
Lifestyle modifications for pre-menstrual fluid retention may include…
a. Omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, and vitamin E
b. Avoid white sugar and white flour
c. Reduce salt, kelp, and vitamin C
d. Bed rest and avoid too many carbohydrates
c. Reduce salt, kelp, and vitamin C
Which condition is evident 10 to 15 days before the period begins? Symptoms may include weight gain, bloated abdomen, pelvic pain, backache, headache, puffiness of the ankles and below the eyes, irritability, and depression.
a. Cystitis
b. Menopause
c. Pre-menstrual fluid retention
d. Constipation
c. Pre-menstrual fluid retention
Herbal protocol for cystitis may include…
a. Ginger, motherwort, and feverfew
b. Sorrel, sweet basil, and watercress
c. Buchu, uva ursi, and Oregon grape
d. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
c. Buchu, uva ursi, and Oregon grape
Lifestyle modifications for cystitis may include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. drink at least 64 oz of water throughout the day
b. apple cider vinegar
c. cook all meals thoroughly
d. hydrochloric acid tablets
e. cranberry supplements or unsweetened juice
c. cook all meals thoroughly
The following symptoms describe which condition?
A strong, persistent urge to urinate accompanied by a burning sensation when urinating. Urine can become cloudy and have a strong odor. There may be discomfort in the pelvic area, a feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen, and a weak fever.
a. Dysmenorrhea
b. Cystitis
c. Constipation
d. Pre-menstrual fluid retention
b. Cystitis
Cystitis is described as…
a. itchy, dry, thickened and excoriated skin.
b. overproduction of skin cells that build up into silvery-white scales.
c. frequent, urgent, burning, painful urination with pain in the lower abdomen and back.
d. sluggish liver and kidneys.
c. frequent, urgent, burning, painful urination with pain in the lower abdomen and back.
Herbal protocol for menopause may include…
a. Fennel, hyssop, and garlic
b. Feverfew, parsley, and rosemary
c. Black cohosh, red clover, and dandelion
d. Sorrel, sweet basil, and watercress
c. Black cohosh, red clover, and dandelion
Extra intake of trace minerals and vitamins, such as calcium, B vitamins, and vitamin E, and ensuring that the elimination organs are working correctly are lifestyle modifications for which condition?
a. Constipation
b. Dysmenorrhea
c. Menopause
d. Eczema
c. Menopause
Herbal protocol for candida may include…
a. Elecampane and mouse ear hawkweed
b. Propolis tincture, goldenseal, and comfrey
c. Sweet basil, watercress, and yarrow
d. Thyme, rosemary, and parsley
b. Propolis tincture, goldenseal, and comfrey
Lifestyle modifications for candida may include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. Avoid yeast foods, sugars, and allergy foods, such as wheat, dairy products, oranges, etc.
b. Vitamin A, C, E, B complex, and zinc
c. Diet high in white sugar and white flour
d. Acidophilus yogurt or capsules
c. Diet high in white sugar and white flour
Muscular pain, stiffness, and weakness, lack of coordination, headaches, depression, and inability to concentrate, blurred vision, dislike of strong light, intense fatigue, intestinal upsets, acne, hives, nails lifting back, athlete’s foot, joint pain, and postnasal drip are symptoms of which condition?
a. Constipation
b. Candida
c. Common cold
d. Cystitis
b. Candida
Which of the following causes Candida to proliferate the body?
a. Overworked adrenal glands
b. Strong immune system
c. Regular exercise in fresh air
d. Drinking non-fluoridated water
a. Overworked adrenal glands
_______ is caused by yeast that proliferates when the balance of bowel flora is disturbed.
a. Candida
b. Constipation
c. Eczema
d. Hay fever
a. Candida
Herbal protocol for dysmenorrhea may include…
a. Licorice and flaxseed
b. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
c. Chamomile Roman, motherwort, and shepherd’s purse
d. Feverfew, ginger, and red raspberry
c. Chamomile Roman, motherwort, and shepherd’s purse
Lifestyle modifications for dysmenorrhea may include…
a. Calcium and magnesium supplements.
b. Regular exercise.
c. Avoiding constipation.
d. Heat applied locally.
e. A, B, and D but not C.
e. A, B, and D but not C.
Dysmenorrhea is caused by the spasm of the uterine muscles, which may be caused by…
a. low levels of calcium and magnesium.
b. fluctuating levels of estrogen and progesterone.
c. excessive production of prostaglandins at the time of menstruation.
d. all of the above.
d. all of the above.
Symptoms of this condition may occur a few hours before menstruation begins and may last for a few hours or throughout the menstrual period?
a. Hay fever
b. Hemorrhoids
c. Dysmenorrhea
d. Candida
c. Dysmenorrhea
Herbal protocol for diverticulitis may include…
a. Feverfew, ginger, and mother
b. Psyllium seeds, flaxseed, and licorice
c. Burdock, fennel, and mullein
d. Witch hazel, yarrow, and juniper berry
b. Psyllium seeds, flaxseed, and licorice
Lifestyle modifications for diverticulitis may include…
a. diet low in red meat and high in fiber
b. avoid constipation
c. probiotics
d. all of the above
d. all of the above
Which of the following can be causes of diverticulitis?
a. Eating too fast or while emotionally upset
b. Prolonged courses of antibiotic drugs
c. Chronic constipation and low fiber diet or Western diet
d. Weakened or overworked adrenals
c. Chronic constipation and low fiber diet or Western diet
Pain, fever, and swelling, tenderness, and rigidity on the lower left side of the abdomen are symptoms of which condition? Symptoms tend to flare up, disappear, and then reoccur.
a. Hemorrhoids
b. Acute gastritis
c. Diverticulitis
d. Constipation
c. Diverticulitis
Inflammation of the small pouches in the intestinal wall describes which condition?
a. Hemorrhoids
b. Acute gastritis
c. Diverticulitis
d. Constipation
c. Diverticulitis
Herbal protocol for parasites may include…
a. Elecampane and mouse ear hawkweed
b. Garlic, wormwood, and pumpkin seeds
c. Evening primrose, black cohosh, and fennel
d. Parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
b. Garlic, wormwood, and pumpkin seeds
Lifestyle modifications for parasites may include the following EXCEPT:
a. hygiene
b. cook food thoroughly
c. regular exercise
d. wearing shoes outside
c. regular exercise
Cranberry has been shown to be particularly effective at both preventing and relieving which condition?
a. Menopause
b. Cystitis
c. Pre-menstrual fluid retention
d. Eczema
b. Cystitis
True or False:
Burdock is a valuable remedy for cystitis due to its antibiotic properties coupled with its diuretic action.
True
Herbal protocol for constipation may include…
a. Aloe vera
b. Psyllium seeds
c. Flaxseed
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
A glass of warm water with lemon taken first thing in the morning, drinking at least 64 oz of water per day, magnesium, pre and probiotics are lifestyle modifications for which condition?
a. Eczema
b. Acne
c. Constipation
d. Varicose veins
c. Constipation
Lifestyle modifications for constipation may include…
a. a glass of warm water with lemon juice taken first thing in the morning.
b. magnesium.
c. pre and probiotics.
d. All of the above.
d. All of the above.
Lack of exercise, a diet of refined foods, insufficient water, stomach disorders, psychological factors, and insufficient fiber intake can cause which condition?
a. Candida
b. Pre-menstrual fluid retention
c. Constipation
d. Common cold
c. Constipation
A coated tongue, headaches, and bad breath are symptoms of which condition?
a. Hemorrhoids
b. Constipation
c. Hay fever
d. Cystitis
b. Constipation
Hardness of the stool, difficulty in bowel movements, or infrequency of bowel movements are symptoms of which condition?
a. Hemorrhoids
b. Varicose veins
c. Constipation
d. Menopause
c. Constipation
Herbal protocols for eczema may include…
a. Flaxseed, licorice, and feverfew
b. Garlic, hyssop, and pumpkin seeds
c. Burdock, aloe vera, and plantain
d. Red raspberry, elecampane, and mouse ear hawkweed
c. Burdock, aloe vera, and plantain
Lifestyle modifications for eczema may include…
a. Vitamin A, C, and E
b. Omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, and vitamin E
c. Zinc, biotin, and folic acid
d. Magnesium, calcium, and zinc
b. Omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, and vitamin E
What condition can be caused by allergies to certain foods, metals, or cosmetics, metabolic disturbances, faulty elimination, constipation, inadequate diet, stress, or sluggish liver and kidneys? In babies, it usually clears after the removal of cow’s milk and dairy products from the diet.
a. Acne
b. Constipation
c. Eczema
d. Hay fever
c. Eczema
Herbal protocol for acne may include…
a. Fennel, sorrel, and watercress
b. Burdock, dandelion, and witch hazel
c. Feverfew, ginger, and parsley
d. Juniper berry, hyssop, and mullein
b. Burdock, dandelion, and witch hazel
Keeping the area clean and exposed to sunlight and fresh air, massaging the skin with olive oil and a few drops of lavender essential oil, and avoid using soap or harsh chemicals are lifestyle modifications for which condition?
a. Eczema
b. Cystitis
c. Acne
d. Constipation
c. Acne
Which of the following can be a cause of acne?
a. hormonal
b. constipation
c. sluggish liver and kidneys
d. inadequate diet
e. stress
f. All of the above
f. All of the above
Which of the following can be a cause of Candida overgrowth?
a. lowered immunity
b. weakened or overworked adrenals
c. taking prolonged courses of antibiotic drugs
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Cramping, pain, nausea, diarrhea, pelvic tenderness, backache, and headache are characteristic of which of the following?
a. PMS
b. Leucorrhea
c. Menopause
d. Dysmenorrhea
d. Dysmenorrhea
True or False:
The symptoms of diverticulitis can mirror or mask symptoms of colon cancer.
True
The larvae of which of the following parasites migrate through the lungs, causing initial symptoms of a cough, wheezing, and fever?
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
c. Roundworms
Which of the following will keep the intestinal tract healthy and free of parasites with regular use?
a. Artemesia absinthium
b. Hyssopus officinalis
c. Allium sativum
d. All of the above
c. Allium sativum
Diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, and dizziness are symptoms of which parasites?
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
b. Tapeworms
Which of the following parasites burrow into the skin of bare feet and can cause intense itching of the feet and can lead to iron deficiency?
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
d. Hookworms
Which of the following parasites can be contracted by ingesting eggs in contaminated food or drink?
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
a. Pinworms
Which of the following parasites cause itching around the anus and disturbed sleep? Hygiene is important to avoid re-infection.
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
a. Pinworms
Which of the following parasites usually affect children, but can spread to the whole family?
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
a. Pinworms
Which of the following parasites can be transmitted via direct contact with dogs or cats?
a. Pinworms
b. Tapeworms
c. Roundworms
d. Hookworms
c. Roundworms
To combat constipation, you should drink
a. at least 34 oz of water throughout the day.
b. at least 64 oz of water throughout the day.
c. no more than 34 oz of water per day.
d. no more than 64 oz of water per day.
b. at least 64 oz of water throughout the day.
True or False:
Eczema in babies often clears up with the avoidance of cow’s milk and other dairy products.
True
Acne can be due to a deficiency of all the following EXCEPT:
a. calcium
b. zinc
c. vitamin C
d. vitamin A
a. calcium
Inflammation of the sebaceous glands with recurring blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples are symptoms of which condition?
a. psoriasis
b. eczema
c. acne
d. seborrhea
c. acne
The skin itches and is inflamed and red. Blisters may form, followed by oozing, crusting, and scaling. What do these symptoms describe?
a. eczema
b. acne
c. psoriasis
d. seborrhea
a. eczema
Which of the following conditions generally occurs during puberty and is caused by the blockage of hair follicles by excessive secretion of oils from the glands?
a. acne
b. eczema
c. psoriasis
d. seborrhea
a. acne
Bluish swelling of the legs is a symptom of which ailment?
a. Hemorrhoids
b. Arteriosclerosis
c. Hypertension or high blood pressure
d. Varicose veins
d. Varicose veins
Which herb is frequently used topically for hemorrhoids?
a. Witch hazel
b. Rosemary
c. Cranesbill
d. Fumitory
a. Witch hazel
A tincture of which astringent is specific for diarrhea with hemorrhoids and is recommended for mucous colitis?
a. rosemary
b. cranesbill
c. fumitory
d. witch hazel
d. witch hazel
Anal itching is a symptom of which ailment?
a. Arteriosclerosis
b. Hemorrhoids
c. Hypertension or high blood pressure
d. Varicose veins
b. Hemorrhoids
Which diaphoretic is also a styptic, making it helpful for hemorrhoids?
a. Yarrow
b. Sage
c. Chamomile
d. Thyme
a. Yarrow
The condition that is generally the result of some irritant, such as pollen, dust, feathers, animal hair, and certain foods, causing a reaction in the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and air passages is:
a. asthma
b. sinusitis
c. hay fever
d. common cold
c. hay fever
Lifestyle modifications for hay fever include…
a. avoid constipation
b. avoid milk products
c. Vitamins A, B, C, and E
d. All of the above.
d. All of the above.
The condition which is caused by a variety of viruses is:
a. asthma
b. sinusitis
c. hay fever
d. common cold
d. common cold
In which condition is bed rest advisable?
a. asthma
b. sinusitis
c. hay fever
d. common cold
d. common cold
Fluctuating levels in estrogen and progesterone is a possible cause of which condition?
a. Cystitis
b. Premenstrual fluid retention
c. Prostate problems
d. Pyelonephritis
b. Premenstrual fluid retention
This occurs mainly in women and is usually caused by an ascending infection from the vagina through the urethra. It often occurs following particularly strenuous sexual intercourse, known as honeymoon ________. It may also be caused by infected urine sent from the kidneys to the bladder.
cystitis
What is an infection in the bladder known as?
a. Cystitis
b. Prostatitis
c. Prostate enlargement
d. Pyelonephritis
a. Cystitis
Which of the following protocols is supportive during menopause?
a. Massage to the lower back and cold and hot compresses will increase circulation in the area and reduce congestion.
b. Douche with diluted propolis tincture, 60 drops to half a cup of boiled cooled water.
c. Infusions of the following herbs: chamomile, catnip, ginger (particularly effective), hops, motherwort, peppermint, red raspberry, shepherd’s purse, and valerian.
d. To overcome anxiety and depression, nervines such as avena (oats), borage, chamomile, mistletoe, passionflower, St. John’s wort, valerian, and vervain will help.
d. To overcome anxiety and depression, nervines such as avena (oats), borage, chamomile, mistletoe, passionflower, St. John’s wort, valerian, and vervain will help.
True or False:
After menopause, a woman’s body stops producing estrogen.
False
What is menopause?
a. Twelve consecutive months without a period
b. An estrogen deficiency disease
c. A natural life transition
d. A and C but not B
d. A and C but not B
Which active constituents have studies isolated in Trifolium pratense that are known to possess estrogenic properties that can be used as useful support during menopause?
a. Isoflavones
b. Terpenoids
c. Iridoid glycosides
d. Flavonoids
a. Isoflavones
Which of the following is helpful for dysmenorrhea?
a. Ten days before menstruation, increase calcium supplementation up to 1000-mg and magnesium up to 500-mg.
b. Douche with diluted propolis tincture, 60 drops to 0.5-cup boiled cooled water.
c. Infusions of the following herbs: chamomile, catnip, ginger, hops, motherwort, peppermint, red raspberry, shepherd’s purse, and valerian.
d. Both a and c are helpful.
d. Both a and c are helpful.
