The Physicians of Alexandria, Egypt, in the Era After Alexander

question 128

Multiple Choice

The physicians of Alexandria, Egypt, in the era after Alexander the Great were most likely to treat mental patients by ________

• A) putting them in prisons.
• B) using brutal forms of exorcism.
• C) having them make sacrifices to gods.
• D) providing activities, massage, and education.

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Definitions:

Recumbent Position

A lying down posture used in medical and therapeutic settings, with variations including supine, prone, and side-lying positions.

Mouthpiece

A device attached to the end of an instrument or apparatus that is placed in or near the mouth.

Insufficient Oxygen

A condition in which the body or a region of the body is deprived of adequate oxygen supply, also known as hypoxia.

Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation

A method of providing ventilatory support using a mask or similar device to increase air pressure in the lungs without the need for intubation.