ACHS HERB 201 MOD 6 Knowledge Building Quiz Questions With Complete Solutions

The German Commission E Monographs states which of the following demulcent herbs can delay the absorption of other drugs if they are taken simultaneously? Aloe vera Marshmallow Chickweed Comfrey correct answer: marshmallow Which demulcent can be used as an eye wash for inflamed eyes? mullein aloe vera slippery elm marshmallow correct answer: marshmallow True or false: The term emollient refers to herbs that are used internally to soothe, soften, and help heal mucous membrane irritation. correct answer: False -_____________'s high mucilage content not only soothes and heals irritated and inflamed mucous membrane but will absorb excess mucus accumulated in the respiratory passages. Write in /no options Accepted answers: correct answer: slippery elm or Ulmus rubra True or False: Demulcents can be combined with most other herbs. correct answer: True Slippery elm can be used ________ as food for sickly children or convalescing people. infrequently carefully externally internally correct answer: internally Which demulcent can be used as a poultice, a gruel, a decoction or an infusion?