Roman Flashcards
1
Q
Who improved the knowledge of anatomy and how?
A
Galen, he dissected animals
2
Q
Who were employed in hospitals ?
A
Military nurses
3
Q
What were the conditions like in hospitals?
A
Light, airy and spacious. There could be up to 60 wards
4
Q
State some of the factors about training of doctors
A
- No compulsory training
- Trained using Galen’s theories
- Bought and studied Galen’s books
5
Q
Name some of the causes of disease
A
- An imbalance of the 4 humours
- Miasma
- astrology
6
Q
Was Public health good in the Roman times? Why?
A
Yes. They had features such as aqueducts, bath houses, public fountains, water pipes
