History of Healthcare

Which ancient culture is known for its contributions to the field of medicine, including the use of herbal remedies and surgical techniques?

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient China

• Ancient India

What did ancient healers commonly believe to be the cause of all illnesses?

• Bacteria and viruses

• Imbalance of bodily humors

• Genetic disorders

• Environmental pollution

Which medical contribution is attributed to the Middle Ages?

• Development of antibiotics

• Establishment of hospitals

• Discovery of X-rays

• Invention of the stethoscope

During the Renaissance, which significant advancement was made in the field of medicine?

• Introduction of vaccination

• Discovery of blood circulation

• Invention of the microscope

• Development of anesthesia

How did the Black Death contribute to medical development?

• It led to the discovery of antibiotics.

• It resulted in the establishment of quarantine practices.

• It prompted the invention of the microscope.

• It caused the development of vaccines.

Which medical advancement is associated with the Industrial Revolution?

• Discovery of penicillin

• Development of antiseptic techniques

• Invention of the MRI machine

• Introduction of genetic engineering

What is a significant medical contribution from the modern era?

• Use of herbal medicine

• Development of the germ theory of disease

• Invention of the printing press

• Discovery of insulin

Which ancient culture is credited with the development of acupuncture?

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient China

• Ancient Rome

What was a common belief about the cause of illness in ancient India?

• Imbalance of doshas

• Evil spirits

• Poor hygiene

• Genetic mutations

Which of the following was a major medical advancement during the Renaissance period?

• Introduction of antiseptics

• Detailed anatomical drawings by Leonardo da Vinci

• Discovery of DNA structure

• Development of chemotherapy