Medieval Period: 1250 - 1500 Flashcards
What were the main sources of medical knowledge in medieval Britain?
Main sources of medical knowledge in medieval Britain included Greek and Roman texts, as well as traditional folk remedies.
True or False: Medical treatment in medieval Britain often involved a combination of spiritual and natural remedies.
True
What role did the Church play in medieval medicine?
The Church played a significant role in providing healthcare and medical education in medieval Britain.
What were the main treatments used by medieval physicians?
Medieval physicians used treatments such as bloodletting, herbal remedies, and prayer.
What was the concept of the four humors in medieval medicine?
The concept of the four humors stated that the body was governed by four fluids: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile.
What was the purpose of bloodletting in medieval medicine?
Bloodletting was believed to balance the humors and remove ‘bad blood’ from the body.
What were some common herbs used in medieval medicine?
Common herbs used in medieval medicine included lavender, chamomile, and sage.
What was the role of apothecaries in medieval medicine?
Apothecaries were responsible for preparing and dispensing medicines in medieval Britain.
What was the importance of astrology in medieval medicine?
Astrology was believed to influence health and was used to determine the best times for medical treatments.
What impact did the Black Death have on medieval medicine?
The Black Death led to advancements in public health and the study of infectious diseases in medieval Britain.
What was the role of barber-surgeons in medieval medicine?
Barber-surgeons performed surgeries, tooth extractions, and bloodletting in medieval Britain.
What were some common surgical tools used by medieval physicians?
Common surgical tools included scalpels, forceps, and cauteries.
True or False: Women were allowed to practice medicine in medieval Britain.
True
What role did midwives play in medieval healthcare?
Midwives were responsible for assisting women during childbirth and providing basic medical care.
What were some of the common diseases treated in medieval Britain?
Common diseases treated included plague, leprosy, and smallpox.
What impact did the Crusades have on medieval medicine?
The Crusades brought new medical knowledge and practices to medieval Britain.
What were some of the limitations of medieval medicine?
Limitations of medieval medicine included a lack of understanding of anatomy and limited effective treatments.
What was the role of hospitals in medieval Britain?
Hospitals in medieval Britain provided care for the sick, poor, and travelers.
What was the role of the Royal College of Physicians in medieval medicine?
The Royal College of Physicians was founded in medieval Britain to regulate medical practice and education.
What was the significance of the Bubonic Plague in medieval medicine?
The Bubonic Plague led to advancements in quarantine practices and the study of infectious diseases.
What was the importance of the Hippocratic Oath in medieval medicine?
The Hippocratic Oath established ethical guidelines for physicians in medieval Britain.
What advancements were made in surgery during the medieval period?
Advancements in surgery during the medieval period included improved wound care and the use of anesthetics.
What impact did the printing press have on medical knowledge in medieval Britain?
The printing press allowed for the widespread distribution of medical texts and knowledge in medieval Britain.
What role did alchemy play in medieval medicine?
Alchemy was sometimes used as a method to create new medicines and compounds in medieval Britain.
