PHS Ch 1.1 Section Review

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What did William Harvey describe using his knowledge of physiology?

Back

The circulation of blood and the pumping of the heart.

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Who studied and recorded the anatomy of the body during the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries?

Back

Leonardo da Vinci.

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Who identified the cause of childbed fever?

Back

Ignaz Semmelweis.

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Who built public healthcare facilities and started paying physicians in ancient Rome?

Back

The government.

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What is one of the areas of greater acceptance in modern medical practice?

Back

Alternative medicine and complementary medical practice.

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What is the significance of William Harvey's work in physiology?

Back

He laid the foundation for understanding the circulatory system.

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What did Antonie van Leeuwenhoek contribute to the field of medicine?

Back

He is known for his work in microscopy and discovering microorganisms.

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What was the role of the church in healthcare during ancient times?

Back

The church often provided care for the sick and established hospitals.

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What is bloodletting and why was it practiced?

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Bloodletting was a common medical practice believed to balance bodily humors.

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What is trepanation?

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Trepanation is the ancient practice of drilling holes into the skull to treat health issues.