AP Ayurvedic Diagnostics & Assessment 3

Question 1

Which term describes the concept of improperly digested matter that becomes a toxic substance in Ayurveda?

Accepted Answer

Ama

Answer

Ama refers to undigested, toxic residue formed from incomplete digestion, considered a root cause of many diseases.

Question 2

In Rogi Pariksha (patient examination), Dashavidha Pariksha examines how many factors?

Accepted Answer

Ten

Answer

Dashavidha Pariksha is a ten-fold examination of the patient including Prakriti, Vikriti, Sara, Samhanana, and others.

Question 3

A patient with Sama Pitta condition would most likely present with:

Accepted Answer

Pitta combined with Ama causing blocked channels

Answer

Sama Pitta refers to Pitta dosha combined with Ama (toxic residue), resulting in blocked channels and inflammatory conditions with toxicity.

Question 4

Which Ayurvedic concept describes the unique constitutional makeup determined at conception?

Accepted Answer

Prakriti

Answer

Prakriti is the inherent constitution established at conception, determining an individual's physical and mental tendencies throughout life.

Question 5

In Shabda Pariksha (sound examination), which finding indicates Vata imbalance?

Accepted Answer

High-pitched, hyperactive bowel sounds

Answer

High-pitched, irregular, or hyperactive bowel sounds indicate Vata disturbance in the colon, the primary seat of Vata.

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