History of Medicine Review (Prehistoric to Renaissance)

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Trepanning (cutting a hole into the skull) was performed by:

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Prehistoric civilizations on different continents

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Ancient Chinese contributions to health care include: The invention of aqueducts and sewers, The use of diet and exercise as a prevention of disease, The use of priests and embalming the deceased, The use of acupuncture and herbs in the treatment of injury and disease.

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The use of acupuncture and herbs in the treatment of injury and disease.

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The invention of aqueducts and sewers to separate fresh water and waste water:

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Ancient Romans

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The use of priests as physicians as well as the embalming of the deceased was practiced by:

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Ancient Egyptians

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Ancient Greek contributions to health care include: A belief that diet and exercise could help prevent disease. Wrote observations of signs and symptoms of disease. The use of massage, art and herbs as therapy.

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All of the above are contributions of the Ancient Greeks

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What time period saw science 'forbidden' and dissection 'illegal'?

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Dark Ages

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This time period is considered the 'rebirth of science':

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Renaissance

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What happens to the lifespan during the Dark Ages?

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It decreases

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What happens to the human lifespan during the Renaissance?

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It increases

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What is the first step in the 'scientific method' ?

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Make an observation