Renaissance Period: 1500 - 1700 Flashcards
Who is considered the father of modern anatomy?
Andreas Vesalius
What was the main method of treating illnesses in the Renaissance era?
Bloodletting
What was the role of apothecaries in Renaissance medicine?
They prepared and sold medicines
True or False: The Renaissance period saw a significant improvement in surgery techniques.
True
What was the impact of the Black Death on medicine during the Renaissance?
It led to advancements in public health and disease prevention
What was the main focus of medical education in the Renaissance era?
Anatomy
Who introduced the concept of the four humors in medical practice?
Hippocrates
What was the main reason behind the increase in medical knowledge during the Renaissance?
Translation of ancient Greek and Roman texts
What was the name of the first English medical college established in the Renaissance era?
Royal College of Physicians
What was the purpose of the Barber-Surgeons’ Company in Renaissance England?
To regulate the practice of surgery
What was the main method of anesthesia used during surgical procedures in the Renaissance?
Alcohol and opium
Who was the first person to perform a successful blood transfusion in the 17th century?
Richard Lower
What was the main focus of medical research during the Renaissance period?
Understanding the human body
Which famous scientist conducted experiments on the circulatory system in the 17th century?
William Harvey
What was the impact of the Great Plague of London in 1665 on medical practices?
It led to improvements in public health and sanitation
What was the main source of medical knowledge for British physicians in the Renaissance era?
Ancient Greek and Roman texts
Which plant was commonly used in herbal remedies during the Renaissance?
Lavender
What was the main theory of disease in Renaissance medicine?
The theory of the four humors
What was the practice of bloodletting believed to do in Renaissance medicine?
Balance the humors and restore health
What was the role of apothecaries in Renaissance medicine?
They prepared and sold medicines
True or False: Surgery was not a common practice in Renaissance medicine.
False
What was the purpose of plague masks worn by doctors during the Renaissance?
To prevent the spread of disease
What was the belief about the cause of diseases in Renaissance medicine?
Imbalance of the four humors
Who was known for introducing the use of antiseptics in surgery during the Renaissance?
Joseph Lister
What was trepanning commonly used for in Renaissance medicine?
To relieve pressure on the brain
What was the main source of medical knowledge in Renaissance Britain?
Ancient texts from Greece and Rome
What was the purpose of urine charts in Renaissance medicine?
To diagnose diseases based on the color and smell of urine
What was the main treatment for mental illness in Renaissance medicine?
Confinement and restraint
What was the concept of ‘miasma’ in Renaissance medicine?
Bad air or pollution believed to cause disease
What was the main purpose of medical guilds in Renaissance Britain?
To regulate the practice of medicine and ensure quality
What was the role of the barber-surgeon in Renaissance medicine?
Performed minor surgeries and bloodletting
What was the primary focus of medical education during the Renaissance?
Studying ancient texts and philosophy
True or False: Renaissance medicine in Britain was heavily influenced by superstition and folklore.
True
What was the main goal of medical treatment in Renaissance medicine?
To restore balance to the four humors
What was the main contribution of Andreas Vesalius to Renaissance medicine?
Advancements in anatomy through dissection
