Quiz 2 Flashcards
True/ False: When considering the use of a ceramide-based emollient for the management of atopic dermatitis, it’s generally more important to provide specific guidance on the timing of use and amount used, rather than any specific brand.
Question 1 Select one:
True
False
true
The following should be considered when prescribing topical colloidal oatmeal in the treatment of atopic dermatitis:
Question 2 Answer
a.
There’s no research to support it’s use, but it’s safe and patients seem to like it
b.
Soaps seem to be the only formula of colloidal oatmeal to offer benefit
c.
Might be of benefit in improving the skin’s microbiome
d.
Colloidal oatmeal suspensions seem to offer both anti-inflammatory and oxidative effects
c.
Might be of benefit in improving the skin’s microbiome
BC PREBIOTICS
True/ False: Tai Chi would be a reasonable evidence-based treatment option to help patients reduce the pain associated with BOTH rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
true
True/ False: It is advisable for patients with knee pain who are suffering from a flare up of rheumatoid arthritis, to significantly limit their movement and activity until the swelling subsides to prevent physical damage of the joint.
false
Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate lifestyle modification for the management of low back pain?
Question 5 Answer
a.
Support the patient to quit smoking
b.
Educate on appropriate stretching techniques
c.
Alternate hot and cold applications based on the principles of hydrotherapy
d.
Have the patient lie on a hammock to support the natural curvature of the spine
d.
Have the patient lie on a hammock to support the natural curvature of the spine
True/ False: When offering Naturopathic guidance for a case of low back pain with radiculopathy, advising a patient on sleep position and the benefits of an older, softer mattress is appropriate.
false
A high-potency topical corticosteroid would be an appropriate initial treatment recommendation for use on which of the following body areas?
Question 7 Answer
a.
Scalp
b.
Face
c.
Knee
d.
Sole
d.
Sole
The majority of topical corticosteroid effects are due to which of the following mechanisms?
Question 8 Answer
a.
Vasoconstriction of dermal capillaries
b.
Inhibition of collagen synthesis
c.
Systemic immunosuppression
d.
Alterations to gene transcription
d.
Alterations to gene transcription
Which of the following is NOT accurate when describing TCM Lung function?
Question 9 Answer
a.
The TCM lung controls the skin
b.
If there’s heat in the lungs, you might find bleeding from the nose.
c.
The TCM lung houses the Corporeal Soul or ‘Po’
d.
The TCM lung manifests in head hair
d.
The TCM lung manifests in head hair
Which of the following minerals has an antispasmodic effect on muscles and is often recommended as a natural smooth muscle relaxant?
Question 10 Answer
a.
Phosphorus
b.
Calcium
c.
Magnesium
d.
Sulfur
c.
Magnesium
Which of the following clinical presentations would support the use of homeopathic Urtica urens in the treatment of an undifferentiated rash?
Question 11 Answer
a.
Improvement from a cold shower
b.
Allergy to shellfish
c.
Better in rainy spring weather
d.
Craving shrimp and lobster
b.
Allergy to shellfish
For a 28 year old patient with active psoriasis, you’ve prescribed the following combo at 1 tbsp (15mL) bid between meals:
- Arctium lappa (Burdock) 20 parts
- Rumex crispus (Yellowdock) 40 parts
- Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice) 30 parts
- Zingiber officinalis (Ginger) 10 parts
With this prescription, you should advise your patient of the most likely changes they could experience. What do you tell your patient is most likely to occur?
Question 12 Answer
a.
Mild headaches that should resolve in 10 days
b.
A temporary worsening of their psoriasis
c.
A new rash appearing around their mouth
d.
An increase in bowel movements
d.
An increase in bowel movements
You’re using both Rheum palmatum and Coptis sinensis to treat a very inflamed case of psoriasis. Which herb would you consider adding to help balance the actions of those two herbs and to prevent digestive side effects?
Question 13 Answer
a.
Zingiber officinalis (Ginger)
b.
Rumex crispus (Yellowdock)
c.
Berberis vulgaris (Barberry)
d.
Arctium lappa (Burdock)
a.
Zingiber officinalis (Ginger)
Tinnitus is an early sign of toxicity of which of the following NSAIDs?
Question 14 Answer
a.
Ibuprofen
b.
Acetylsalicylic acid
c.
Acetaminophen
d.
Celecoxib
b.
Acetylsalicylic acid
Which of the following medications has minimal anti-inflammatory effect?
Question 15 Answer
a.
Ibuprofen
b.
Celecoxib
c.
Acetylsalicylic acid
d.
Acetaminophen
d.
Acetaminophen