Holistic Medicine Knowledge Check 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which doshas are recognized in Ayurvedic medicine as the three fundamental energies?
- Vata, Pitta, Kapha (Correct answer)
- Yin, Yang, Qi
- Earth, Water, Fire
- Sanguine, Phlegmatic, Choleric
Correct answer: Vata, Pitta, Kapha
Ayurveda describes three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—that govern all physiological and psychological functions.
Question 2: In Traditional Chinese Medicine, what term describes the vital life energy that flows through meridians?
- Prana
- Qi (Correct answer)
- Mana
- Chakra
Correct answer: Qi
Qi (also spelled 'Chi') is the fundamental life energy in TCM that flows through pathways called meridians.
Question 3: Which homeopathic principle states that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can cure similar symptoms in a sick person?
- Law of Infinitesimals
- Law of Similars (Correct answer)
- Law of Succession
- Law of Opposites
Correct answer: Law of Similars
The Law of Similars (similia similibus curentur) is the foundational homeopathic principle, meaning 'like cures like.'
Question 4: What is the primary goal of naturopathic medicine?
- Suppressing symptoms with pharmaceuticals
- Supporting the body's innate healing ability (Correct answer)
- Performing surgical interventions
- Administering chemotherapy
Correct answer: Supporting the body's innate healing ability
Naturopathic medicine centers on supporting vis medicatrix naturae—the body's inherent capacity to heal itself.
Question 5: Which herb is commonly used in holistic medicine for its adaptogenic properties to manage stress?
- Elderberry
- Ashwagandha (Correct answer)
- Echinacea
- Valerian
Correct answer: Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a well-known adaptogen that helps the body resist physical and psychological stress.
Question 6: In reflexology, the feet, hands, and ears are believed to contain reflex points corresponding to which body structures?
- Only the digestive organs
- All organs, glands, and body parts (Correct answer)
- Only the skeletal system
- Only the nervous system
Correct answer: All organs, glands, and body parts
Reflexology maps all organs, glands, and body parts to specific reflex zones on the feet, hands, and ears.
Question 7: Which type of massage therapy focuses specifically on the lymphatic system to reduce swelling and support immune function?
- Deep tissue massage
- Hot stone massage
- Manual lymphatic drainage (Correct answer)
- Thai massage
Correct answer: Manual lymphatic drainage
Manual lymphatic drainage uses gentle, rhythmic strokes to stimulate lymph flow and reduce edema.
Holistic Medicine Knowledge Check 2
Which doshas are recognized in Ayurvedic medicine as the three fundamental energies?