A Main Contribution of Galen to Knowledge About Illness

question 70

Multiple Choice

A main contribution of Galen to knowledge about illness

• A) was to discover that illness can be localized in specific parts of the body.
• B) was to reject the humoral theory of Hippocrates.
• C) was not appreciated until the 20th century.
• D) was to reject the mind/body split.

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Definitions:

Principle Of Double Effect

A moral principle that justifies actions causing serious harm as a side effect of pursuing a good end, if the harm was not intended.

Euthanize Patients

The act of deliberately ending the life of a patient suffering from an incurable and painful disease or condition, often as part of mercy killing.

Medication

Substances used to diagnose, treat, or prevent illness and disease, contributing to the maintenance or improvement of health.

Moral

Pertaining to principles of right and wrong behavior and the goodness or badness of human character.