Module 4 Flashcards
Which condition is usually without symptoms until severe backache or hip fracture occurs?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. osteoporosis
d. osteoporosis
Since vitamin D was added to milk, what condition has become very uncommon in North America?
a. lumbago
b. rheumatism
c. rickets
d. arthritis
c. rickets
Abnormal bowel permeability and altered gastrointestinal tract flora can be linked to what condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. osteomalacia
d. osteoporosis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
This condition may be due to dehydration or a vitamin deficiency.
a. lumbago
b. osteomalacia
c. muscle cramps
d. osteoporosis
c. muscle cramps
Small doses of cramp bark, valerian , or wild yam tincture given hourly will bring relief of …
a. osteoporosis.
b. osteomalacia.
c. muscle cramps.
d. rheumatoid arthritis.
c. muscle cramps.
Chronic fatigue syndrome shares many features with …
a. osteoarthritis.
b. rheumatoid arthritis.
c. fibromyalgia.
d. osteoporosis.
c. fibromyalgia.
Which condition is characterized by mild early-morning stiffness and pain in joints made worse by prolonged activity?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. osteoporosis
a. osteoarthritis
Which is a good support option for arthritis?
a. Foods rich in folic acid are helpful, such as lentils, split peas, barley, alfalfa, soy, and oats.
b. Moderate exercise should be done each day to strengthen and tone the area. Posture is also important.
c. Include herbs high in calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium in the diet.
d. Plenty of sunshine is important, as ultraviolet radiation activates the conversion of natural substances in the skin that produce vitamin D.
a. Foods rich in folic acid are helpful, such as lentils, split peas, barley, alfalfa, soy, and oats.
Raising serotonin levels is one of the support goals in what condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. osteoporosis
c. fibromyalgia
The autoimmune condition which causes swelling and pain or a burning sensation in the joints is called …
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
b. osteoarthritis.
c. osteoporosis.
d. rheumatism.
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
Massage with wormwood essential oil or wintergreen essential oil diluted in a base oil is helpful for …
a. osteoporosis.
b. osteomalacia.
c. muscle cramps.
d. rheumatoid arthritis.
c. muscle cramps.
The nightshade vegetables – tomato, potato, eggplant and pepper – are also known to contribute to ___________ in sensitive individuals.
a. bone loss
b. loss of height
c. joint inflammation
d. muscle cramps
c. joint inflammation
Tincture of rue is effective for nerve pain in which condition?
a. arthritis
b. lumbago
c. osteomalacia
d. osteoporosis
b. lumbago
The specific condition in which there is pain in the joints, such as the knees, particularly in damp and cold weather, in the morning, or after strenuous activity is …
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
b. osteoarthritis.
c. osteoporosis.
d. rheumatism.
b. osteoarthritis.
The nightshade vegetables may trigger what condition in some cases?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. Both a and b
d. Both a and b
TRUE OR FALSE: Willow bark may cause an allergic reaction in people who are allergic to aspirin.
True
Post-menopausal women is the group most affected by this condition.
a. rheumatoid arthritis
b. lumbago
c. osteoporosis
d. osteomalacia
c. osteoporosis
The condition which is caused by continuous wearing away of the cartilage in the joint, and is found more commonly in the elderly is called …
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
b. osteoarthritis.
c. osteoporosis.
d. rheumatism.
b. osteoarthritis.
TRUE OR FALSE: Clients who have had prolonged cortisone or aspirin drug therapy can stop their medication and use herbs instead.
False
A general term that covers a wide range of acute and chronic conditions characterized by inflammation and stiffness in the muscles and pain in the joints is …
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
b. osteoarthritis.
c. osteoporosis.
d. rheumatism.
d. rheumatism.
Bromelain, an enzyme extracted from the pineapple, is effective for …
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
b. muscle cramps.
c. osteomalacia.
d. osteoporosis.
a. rheumatoid arthritis.
Early signs of this condition are fatigue, stiffness, skeletal pains, and muscular weakness. Fractures may appear in the pelvis and long bones and may be extremely painful.
a. lumbago
b. osteomalacia
c. muscle cramps
d. osteoporosis
b. osteomalacia
This condition may be due to dehydration or a vitamin deficiency.
a. lumbago
b. osteomalacia
c. muscle cramps
d. osteoporosis
c. muscle cramps
Acute inflammation of the lumbar muscles with extreme pain and tenderness is known as …
a. lumbago.
b. osteomalacia.
c. muscle cramps.
d. osteoporosis.
a. lumbago.
In a study published in 2000, researchers concluded that willow bark extract may be useful and safe for …
a. lumbago.
b. osteomalacia.
c. muscle cramps.
d. osteoporosis.
a. lumbago.
Most of the time, this condition has no symptoms. However, falls are more likely to result in broken bones, one of the more serious being hip fractures.
a. rheumatoid arthritis
b. osteoarthritis
c. osteoporosis
d. rheumatism
c. osteoporosis
Weight reduction and an alkaline diet is helpful for …
a. arthritis.
b. lumbago.
c. osteomalacia.
d. osteoporosis.
a. arthritis.
Generalized aches of at least three sites, six or more tender points, and sleep disturbance are characteristic of what condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. osteoporosis
c. fibromyalgia
Reduced height and sudden severe back pain can be due to which condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. lumbago
c. rickets
d. osteoporosis
d. osteoporosis
Weight bearing exercise such as walking or weight lifting is helpful for which condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. lumbago
c. rickets
d. osteoporosis
d. osteoporosis
TRUE OR FALSE: Clients who have had prolonged cortisone or aspirin drug therapy can stop their medication and use herbs instead.
False
Small doses of cramp bark, valerian , or wild yam tincture given hourly will bring relief of …
a. osteoporosis.
b. osteomalacia.
c. muscle cramps.
d. rheumatoid arthritis.
c. muscle cramps.
This condition usually affects people in the 30-40 age group, and it is more common in women. It destroys the cartilage and tissues, both in and around the joint, and can destroy the bone surface itself.
a. rheumatoid arthritis
b. osteoarthritis
c. osteoporosis
d. rheumatism
a. rheumatoid arthritis
TRUE OR FALSE: It is the sulfur content in garlic and onions that make them helpful for inflammation.
True
The nightshade vegetables may trigger what condition in some cases?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. Both a and b
d. Both a and b
Severe joint pain with considerable inflammation that begins in the small joints is characteristic of what condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. osteoporosis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
TRUE OR FALSE: High levels of dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids are helpful for joint pain and inflammation.
True
Which is a good support option for lumbago?
a. Foods rich in folic acid are helpful, such as lentils, split peas, barley, alfalfa, soy, and oats.
b. Moderate exercise should be done each day to strengthen and tone the area. Posture is also important.
c. Include herbs high in calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium in the diet.
d. Plenty of sunshine is important, as ultraviolet radiation activates the conversion of natural substances in the skin that produce vitamin D.
b. Moderate exercise should be done each day to strengthen and tone the area. Posture is also important.
What support option slows the rate of osteoporosis by 30-50% and protects against hip fracture?
a. high protein diet
b. boron supplementation
c. calcium supplementation
d. Vitamin K supplementation
c. calcium supplementation
TRUE OR FALSE: Clients who have had prolonged cortisone or aspirin drug therapy can stop their medication and use herbs instead.
False
This condition is most likely to occur at times of stress, such as during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It may also be caused by kidney defects.
a. lumbago
b. osteomalacia
c. muscle cramps
d. osteoporosis
b. osteomalacia
A general term that covers a wide range of acute and chronic conditions characterized by inflammation and stiffness in the muscles and pain in the joints is …
a. rheumatoid arthritis
b. osteoarthritis
c. osteoporosis
d. rheumatism.
d. rheumatism.
Which is a good support option for osteomalacia and Rickets?
a. Foods rich in folic acid are helpful, such as lentils, split peas, barley, alfalfa, soy, and oats.
b. Moderate exercise should be done each day to strengthen and tone the area. Posture is also important.
c. Include herbs high in calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium in the diet.
d. Plenty of sunshine is important, as ultraviolet radiation activates the conversion of natural substances in the skin that produce vitamin D.
d. Plenty of sunshine is important, as ultraviolet radiation activates the conversion of natural substances in the skin that produce vitamin D.
The best thing a person can do to strengthen their bones is to…
a. decrease soft drink consumption.
b. quit smoking.
c. reduce sale intake.
d. get physical activity.
d. get physical activity.
Which condition is due to decreased mineralization of the bone?
a. osteoarthritis
b. lumbago
c. rheumatoid arthritis
d. osteoporosis
d. osteoporosis
Which herb is a good source of calcium, phosphorus and magnesium?
a. alfalfa
b. blue cohosh
c. evening primrose
d. willow
a. alfalfa
Generalized aches of at least three sites, six or more tender points, and sleep disturbance are characteristic of what condition?
a. osteoarthritis
b. rheumatoid arthritis
c. fibromyalgia
d. osteoporosis
c. fibromyalgia
A Bone Mass Density test known as a Dexascan is the most reliable technique to assess this condition.
a. lumbago
b. osteoarthritis
c. muscle cramps
d. osteoporosis
d. osteoporosis
