Clinical Aromatherapy Diploma Module 1 Assessment...

Clinical Aromatherapy Diploma

Module 1 Assessment Book

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Contents Contents ........................................................................................................ 2

Study Tips & Suggestions .............................................................................. 3

Assessment Questions .................................................................................. 5

Introduction – The Definition of Aromatherapy ............................................... 5

Lesson 1 – The History of Aromatherapy ....................................................... 6

Lesson 2 - Extraction Methods of Essential Oils ............................................ 7

Lesson 3 – Administration of Essential Oils ................................................... 8

Lesson 4 – Blending Essential Oils ................................................................ 9

Lesson 5 – Carrier Oils ................................................................................ 10

Lesson 6 – The Holistic Approach ............................................................... 12

Essential Oil Studies .................................................................................... 13

Case Studies ............................................................................................... 15

Case Study 1 - Acne ................................................................................ 15

Case Study 2 – Colds & Flu ..................................................................... 15

Case study 3 – Insect Bite ........................................................................ 15

Case Study 4 – Insomnia ......................................................................... 15

Case Study 5 – Sunburn .......................................................................... 16

Congratulations ........................................................................................... 17

Study Tips & Suggestions

You can study the modules at your own pace, depending on your commitments and lifestyle. There is an assessment for every lesson which is assessed by your personal tutor. Your tutor will mark your work give you feedback, hints and tips along with suggestions for further reading and research. It is advisable to read through the module several times before completing the test paper. We recommend you create a realistic study timetable and then stick to it. Ideally, study periods should be of equal length. Remember that learning is a process which involves several stages of acquiring knowledge. The following recommendations should make the process easier for you. Study in a pleasant environment – research shows that you will learn better when relaxed . Experiment – do you learn better when listening to music, when moving around, sitting in bed? Concentration – try setting a timer to go off after 15 minutes, then forget about it and concentrate on your studies. If your concentration wanders before the alarm goes off, set the timer for 10 minutes. If you can concentrate for 15 minutes, increase the time to 20 minutes. Take a break and walk around after an hour of study. Acquiring new vocabulary – I suggest you buy a good dictionary and look up new words; don’t guess at the meaning.


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On-line study can be isolating, so do take advantage of the student forum to make contact with fellow students During the course you will be required to complete and submit a number of ‘case studies’, full details of how this is done is included in the course material. So now is the time to start enlisting people to be subjects for your practical studies. When answering the questions make sure that you have covered all the necessary points. Please use diagrams to help illustrate your answers whenever possible (you do not have to be a great artist!) Good luck with your studies.

Assessment Questions

Introduction – The Definition of Aromatherapy 1. What are the missing words? Aromatherapy is the _______________ and

_________________ use of essential oils to maintain and/or improve the health of the mind, body and spirit.

2. TRUE or FALSE Aromatherapy is a treatment designed to help by the

correct use and application of essential oils obtained from plants. 3. Break the word down to find out the definition of ' Aromatherapy'. 4. In your own words explain the meaning of the word Pharmacological. 5. Name 6 ways in which the essential oils are used? 6. What action is sedating and stimulating to the body?

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Lesson 1 – The History of Aromatherapy

1. Evidence suggests that the first widespread use of aromatic oils occurred in Ancient Egypt. Name 3 ways in which the Egyptians used these oils?

2. When the tomb of Tutankhamen was opened it is said that there was an

odour. Can you name this odour? 3. Find out how the first Egyptian primitive still was used to

produce perfumes? 4. Ebers Papyrus is one of the oldest known records of medicinal plant used

by the Egyptians. There is an Indian Book which predates the Ebers Papyrus by about 450 years at approximately 2000 B.C. The text could have been the basis for today's Ayurvedic medicine. Can you name the book?

5. Herodotus and Democrates learnt about aromatics and perfumery. What

did they established on the Greek Island of Kos? 6. Hippocrates was known as? 7. What is the name of the Greek perfumer who created a perfume called

‘Megaleion’ 8. Dioscorides was a Greek doctor in the Roman army; he wrote a famous

book listing details of about 500 plants. Can you name this book? 9. Avicenna 980-1037 a great Arab philosopher, physician and scholar who

invented a new mechanism for distillation. What was this new mechanism? 10. Where in France did Catherine de Medici and her perfumer go, to influence the commercial production of essential oils particularly rose and lavender? 11. Gattefossé, a famous Chemist who discovered quite by accident that Lavandula angustifolia was able to rapidly heal burns. In 1928 he became famous for what? 12. Who do you think has been influential in promoting and teaching the knowledge of Aromatherapy today? I would like you to research 3 persons who have helped develop Aromatherapy as we know it today from the years 1900 to today.



Lesson 2 - Extraction Methods of Essential Oils 1. Essential oils can be found in different parts of the plant, can you name 5

areas on the plant where essential oils are stored? 2. Where do the essential oils accumulate within the fibres of the plant? 3. Name a flower that needs to be distilled immediately after it is harvested? 4. When is the best time to harvest herbaceous plants to get the maximum

quality and quantity of essential oil? 5. Why should Lavandula angustifolia be distilled for at least 1 1/2 hours? 6. What extra chemical property does this give Lavandula angustifolia? 7. Why does Rosa damascena need to be picked immediately? 8. TRUE OR FALSE - Heating the plant material causes the tiny, volatile

molecules that make up an essential oil to evaporate; these are then transported in the steam to the condenser.

9. What is the purpose of the condenser? 10. What is the name of the by-product from distillation that has some of the

properties of the essential oil? 11. In your own words explain the process of expression and name the

plant material that is used for this method? 12. What is used to extract the aromatic molecules from concretes to

produce absolutes? 13. What aromatic, solid, wax-like mass is extracted from flowers? 14. What aromatic substances are produced when gums from the bark of

trees or bushes are treated with solvent? 15. There is only one type of plant that has been extracted by carbon

dioxide can you name it? Please give the common name and Latin name. 16. Research who introduced this method of extraction?

Lesson 3 – Administration of Essential Oils

1. 3 drops of essential oil to 15 mls carrier oil = what is the percentage? 2. How many mls of carrier oil would you recommend to complete a full body

massage? 3. When the essential oil has been absorbed, what is the importance of the

epidermis? 4. Why do you think the time release of each individual essential oil within the

body is important? 5. Which is safer for use, oral ingestion or topical application. Explain in your

own words the reason for your choice? 6. Esterase Enzymes are digestive enzymes, what do they do? 7. What happens when safrole and estragole constituents meets cytochrome

P enzymes? 8. What is more permeable damaged or undamaged skin? 9. Rectal and vaginal is similar to oral administration; therefore frequent use

of toxic oils can cause minor tissue damage in the liver or kidneys. What other caution do we need to be aware of?

10. What is blamed for serious poisoning when using essential oils? 11. In your own words explain what happens when you inhale an essential

oil? 12. Why should you work in a well ventilated room? 13. What is the recommended drops in a bath for children aged 2, 5 and 9 14. What cautions do we use/give when advising essential oils for children. 15. Name 5 Essential oils unsuitable for home use?



Lesson 4 – Blending Essential Oils 1. Research and find out what do you think we mean by 'match the energy

balance and therapeutic needs of the patient'? 2. What takes place when essential oils are blended together to create an oil

with a greater potential than any of the individual components? 3. Which classification of essential oils represents the most volatile oil? 4. Which notes are responsible for the longer lasting, lingering impression of

an oil? 5. Which classification of essential oils is the most common and is thought to

have the most potential for balancing the body systems? 6. What considerations are to be considered when choosing your blend of

oils?


Lesson 5 – Carrier Oils 1. What is the botanical name of the plant from which sweet almond oil is

derived? 2. TRUE or FALSE Sweet almond can only be used to make up to 10% of

the mix. 3. What is the difference between buying Helianthus annus from a

recognised supplier of carrier oils to the oil bought in a supermarket? 4. Research the difference between Sweet Almond and Bitter Almond. 5. What method is used to extract Prunus armeniaca. 6. From which part of the avocado plant is avocado oil extracted by cold

pressing? 7. What is the name of the fatty substance found in phosphorous and egg

yolk, used to emulsify foods that can also be found in avocado oil? 8. Which method of extraction is used to produce Calendula Officinalis? 9. What is the Latin and common name of a carrier oil which is rich orange in

colour and is full of Vitamin E? 10. What is the botanical name for the carrot plant from which the carrier

oil is extracted? 11. TRUE or FALSE the excessive use of carrot oil can cause

hypervitaminosis. 12. Due to its method of extraction, coconut oil is not a ‘whole’ oil. What

term is given to describe oils that are not whole? 13. What is refined carrier oil? 14. What fatty acid in Oenothera biennisoil is said to reduce blood

cholesterol? 15. What is the common name for Vitis vinifera? 16. Chemically speaking what are fixed carrier oils classed as?



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17. Used externally evening primrose is useful in the treatment of various skin conditions and it has been found to assist in the healing of wounds. Up to what percentage of the mix can consist of evening primrose?

18. Give the Latin and common name for a carrier oil which is used as an

insect repellent and also as an organic insecticide? 19. Which carrier oil has been found to be a good tissue regenerator,

having an effect on the skin to prevent premature ageing? Give the Latin and common name.

20. Hypericum perforatum is macerated in what carrier oil. 21. TRUE or FALSE Cocos nucifera can cause an allergic reaction in some

people. 22. What carrier oil is the richest source of GLA currently available? 23. In your own words explain how you would store carrier oils and why?



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Lesson 6 – The Holistic Approach

Stress is now accepted as part of our everyday life. Sometimes it can become a problem and lead to illness. Research ‘stress’ and the essential oils listed below. Then write a short essay (500 words) on why essential oils and aromatherapy can be beneficial when treating stress. Always use the Common and Latin name when referring to the essential oil. Essential Oils that are beneficial for stress are: Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia) Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Lemon (Citrus Limon) Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) Manuka (Leptospermum scoparium) Niaouli (Melaleuca viridiflora) Pine (Pinus sylvestris)

Thyme Red (Thymus vulgaris ct. thymol)



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Essential Oil Studies 1. When you answer the questions below please give the Latin and common

name of each oil: 2. There are nine known contra indications for Clove can you name 5 of

them? 3. Mr. Smith has been using Salvia sclarea as a conditioner for a dandruff

scalp problem. He enjoys an evening drink with friends; his wife insisted that he should not wash his hair using Salvia sclarea before he goes out. Why does Mrs. Smith think this and is she correct?

4. True or False: Piper nigrum is contra indicated for kidneys? 5. What is the recommended dilution for Citrus bergamia? 6. What colour is Matricaria chamomilla? 7. Eucalyptus globulus and Eucalyptus smithii have pain relieving properties,

which oil would you recommend in a blend for a young person of 8 years old to help with a mild headache. Give your reason for choosing this oil?

8. David who is 21 years old suffers from asthma and epilepsy attacks,

would you recommend Hyssopus officinalis as beneficial for his treatment plan? Please give your reason for your answer.

9. Eugenia caryophyllata is considered to be effective against thyroid

imbalance, what property of this oil helps this condition? 10. What essential oil is considered safe to use but is not normally

recommended on women with ovarian or breast cancer? 11. A blend of Cymbopogon citratus and Eucalyptus citriodora is effective

as what? 12. Explain in your own words why you think Pelargonium graveolens is

beneficial for oedema and engorgement of the breast. 13. What is the meaning of emmenagogue? 14. True or False. It has been said that clients should not drive following an

aromatherapy massage with clary sage. Please give the reason for your answer.




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15. Some people have an allergy to some or all fragrances. What would

you recommend for your client to identify the problem if there is one? 16. Give the reason why certain essential oils should not be taken orally by

people with glaucoma? 17. Explain in your own words why I should be cautious when I prescribe

Lavandula x intermedia for oral administration.



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Case Studies These case studies are scenarios of clients who you may encounter during your aromatherapy practice. For each one you need to include:

The definition of the illness

What are the possible causes of the illness?

What are the symptoms of the illness?

What method of use would you use to help the problem of the illness?

What essential oils using common and Latin name would you advise for your client?

How would you use the essential oils to treat the condition

Describe the reason why you have chosen the oils?

What home advice would you give to your client to help clear/prevent the problem in the future?

Case Study 1 - Acne

Miss M comes to see you with a chronic case of acne. She is 25 years old and has suffered with it since she was 14. She has tried various over the counter preparations and prescribed treatments from her GP. However, nothing seems to be able to clear it up and keep it under control. She has read in a magazine article that aromatherapy may be used for the treatment of acne. What oils / treatment would you recommend? Case Study 2 – Colds & Flu

Mr. H is a regular client who comes for relaxation and has a fortnightly back massage. He has a very stressful job in a secondary school. During the winter he suffers with a lot of colds. Last year he had a particularly bad attack of the flu. What oils / treatment would you recommend for when he is suffering with a cold / flu and also as a preventative measure? Case study 3 – Insect Bite

You suffer an insect bite whilst working out in your garden. How would you treat this with essential oils? Case Study 4 – Insomnia

Miss H comes to see you after being referred by another client. She has suffered from Insomnia for the last year but not constantly. She is currently unable to sleep through the night. She has a stressful job and her partner works away from home a lot of the time. What oils / treatment would you recommend?



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Case Study 5 – Sunburn

You have been outside all day on a sunny day. Later in the evening you realise the sun has burnt your shoulders. What oils / treatment would you recommend?


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Congratulations

You’ve now finished Module 1! To progress with your studies we recommend that you now complete the Anatomy & Physiology on-line course. If this is not required then it’s Module 2 Give yourself a reward – You’ve worked really hard.

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