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RE: Itec aromatherapy - need help

Hi. Took itec aromatherapy mock yesterday. Ok except one question. How is a concrete arrived at: Steam distillation, Solvent extraction, Enflurange or Expression.
It could be solvent extraction or enflurange - which would ITEC mark as correct, does anyone know? Thanks.

Thanks to the following contributors: LizzyLou, Hemelgirl, Lukajai, Sat Nam, Ducky, DrHealgood, Emma, Teazy

Aromatherapy 25 question paper by Emma

1) When a client presents varicose veins it is contraindicated to give an aromatherapy massage:
a) Above the vein
b) Below the vein
c) It is not contraindicated
d) It is totally contraindicated

2) Which of the following oils (when extracted by expression) is contraindicated when exposed to the sun directly after the treatment?
a) Cymbopogon citratus (Lemongreas)
b) Coriandum sativum (Coriander)
c) Cymbopogon martinii var martinii (Palmerosa)
d) Citrus aurantifolia (Lime)

3) Peppermint oil is contraindicated for a treatment if the client is:
a) Having choripractic treatment
b) Using essential oils in skin care products
c) Taking homeopathic remedies
d) Using a peppermint flavoured toothpaste

4) A localised contraindication to aromatherapy massage treatment would be:
a) Fever
b) Oedema
c) Old scar tissue
d) Osteoperosis

5) Medical permission is required prior to aromatherapy treatment for clients presenting:
a) Abrasions
b) Arthritis
c) Fever
d) Skin diseases

6) When using a compress the cloth should be soaked in:
a) 50ml water and 2 drops essential oil
b) 50 ml water and 4 drops essential oil
c) 100 ml water and 1 drop essential oil
d) 100ml water and 3 drops essential oil

7) a suitable use as a compress on varicose veins would be:
a) Daucus carota
b) Santalum album
c) Cupressus sempervirens
d) Juniperus communis

8) Home care advice following an aromatherapy treatment is important in order to:
a) Maintain the effects of the treatment
b) Give more value for money
c) Control infections
d) Ensure the client makes a full recovery

13) Which of these oils is suitable for inhalation?
a) Eucaplyptus Globulus
b) Cymbopogon Citratus
c) Origanum marjorana
d) Lavandula Augustifolia

14) The reason essential oils used in the bath must be mixed with another ingredient is that
a) They will sink or float in water
b) They will lose their aroma
c) They will evaporate
d) They will become more volatile

15) An effective uplifting oil for use in a treatment would be:
a) Ocimum Basilicum
b) Juniperus Communis
c) Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce
d) Origanum Marjorana

16) The therapeutic effect of a hypnotensive oil is:
a) Raise blood pressure
b) Lower blood pressure
c) Produce a feeling of warmth
d) Remove impurities

17) Which of the following carrier oils is a preservative?
a) Macadamia
b) Sweet almond
c) Wheat germ
d) Calendula

18) An example of an oil with an astringent effect is:
a) Rosa damascena
b) Pogestemon cablin
c) Zingiber offinale
d) Vetiveria zizanoides

19) Which of the following carrier oils has anti-inflammatory properties
a) Macadamia
b) Sweet almond
c) Wheat germ
d) Calendula

20) Essential oils can be absorbed via the skin because:
a) The molecules of essential oils are large substances and can penetrate the skin
b) The molecules of essential oil are minute substances and can penetrate the skin
c) The molecules of essential oils evaporate once they touch the epidermis and via this method are absorbed into the skin
d) They are absorbed into the skin via the contractions of underlying tissues

21) What is the therapeutic effect of a depurative oil?
a) To calm inflammation
b) To remove impurities and toxins
c) To speed up regeneration of cells
d) To help wound healing

22) The therapeutic effect of a carminative oil is to:
a) Increase production of urine
b) To have a calming effect on the nervous system
c) To have a calming effect on the skin
d) Help prevent flatulence

23) What is meant by synergistic effect in aromatherapy?
a) When blednging two or more oils together they should be undiluted for a better effect
b) Then blending two or more oils together they should be diluted with water for a better effect
c) When blended together they produce more of an effect than they do alone
d) When two or more oils work together they produce less of an effect than they do alone

24) The effects of grapeseed carrier oil include:
a) mimics sebum
b) helps reduce symptoms of pmt
c) Anti ageing
d) Nourishing

25) The therapeutic effect of a hypertensive oil is to:
a) Raise blood pressure
b) Lower blood pressure
c) Produce a feeling of warmth
d) Remove impurities

ITEC Aromatherapy MCQs from Teazy
If anyone is interested, here are the questions I had for my ITEC aromatherapy mock exam.......

1.In cases of dysmenorrhea, how long should the abdomen be avoided during menstruation?
A.for the whole of menstruation
B.for the first day of menstruation
C.for the first three days of menstruation
D.for the last day of menstruation

2.Varicose veins are a contrindication to treatment. How does this affect the treatment?
A.prevents treatment being given
B.restricts the method of use
C.reduces the range of suitable oils
D.restricts the part of the body which can be massaged

3.When treating an expectant mother, to what ratio should the essential oil be diluted?
A.1%
B.1-3%
C.4-6%
D.more than 6%

4.Which of the following is NOT contraindicated to epilepsy?
A.sweet fennel
B.hyssop
C.rosemary
D.lemon

5.Due to the part of the plant from which macadamia oil is produced, what is its contraindication?
A.oily skin
B.allergies
C.epilepsy
C.hypertension

6.Wheatgerm is contraindicated to allergies. What is another contraindicationof this oil?
A.pregnancy
B.gluten intolerance
C.epilepsy
D.hypertension

7.What type of compress is useful for bruising?
A.hot compress
B.cold compress
C.warm compress
D.tepid compress

8.Essential oils applied to the skin penetrate the tissue fluids. In which body system are they transported?
A.lymphatic and olfactory systems
B.blood and nervous systems
C.blood and lymphatic systems
D.lymphatic and digestive systems

9.How long is a hot compress left on?
A.10-20 mins
B.20-30 mins
C.until it dries out
D.until it cools to body teperature

10.How many drops of oil should be added to the bowl of water for a compress?
A.1-2
B.4-5
C.6-9
D.10-15

11.How much carrier oil is usually required for a full body massage?
A.10-20ml
B.20-30ml
C.30-40ml
D.more than 40ml

12.What method of use is particularly good for respiatory tract problems?
A.massage
B.diffuser
C.sauna
D.direct stem inhalation

13.Which blend of essential oils can help to unclog pores?
A. lemon an dtea tree
B.eucalyptus and black pepper
B.orange and basil
D.clove and sweet fennel

14.In which method of use can essential oils be used undiluted?
A.diffuser
B.perfume
C.room spray
D.handkerchief/tissue

15.Generally, what percentage of the mix should be essential oil?
A.2%
B.4%
C.7%
D.10%

16.Which essential oil balances the production of sebum?
A.tea tree
B.black pepper
C.lemon
D.geranium

17.Which essential oil is useful in cases of asthma as it can slow and deepen breathing?
A.frankincense
B.rose
C.clary sage
D.bergamot

18.Which of the following is not suitable for treating eczma?
A.chamomile
B.clove bud
C.lavender
D.geranium

19.Which essential oil can be applied neat to the site of gnat and midge bites?
A.peppermint
B.benzoin
C.tyhme
D.tea tree

20.What takes place when essential oils are blended to create a blend with a greater potential than any of the individual components?
A.sympathy
B.selectivity
C.synergy
D.serendipity

21.Which notes are responsible for longer lasting, lingering impressions of an oil?
A.base
B.middle
C.top
D.high

22.Which essence formed the base of an ointment Greek soldiers took to war with them to treat wounds?
A.myrrh
B.vcedar
D.lavender
C.patchouli

23.Which of the following is not an action of callendula oil?
A.anti-inflammatory
B.anti-spasmodic
C.expectorant
D.vulnerary

24.Which body system, that removes unwanted materials and is involved inthe fight against disease, can be stimulated by geranium and rosemary?
A.digestive
B.lymphatic
C.urinary
D.skeletal

25.What is the name given to the group of oils that act as natural balancers, capable of opposite action according to the needs of the body?
A.adaptogens
B.enhancers
C.modifiers
D.astringents

26.Alcohols are antiseptic, antiviral and bactericidal. What emotional effect do they also have?
A.depressing
B.uplifting
C.sedative
D.hypnotic

27.Which of the following is an alcohol that can be found in geranium?
A.geranyl acetate
B.geranial
C.geraniol
D.gyranol

28.Which of the following is an alcohol found in lavender?
A.linalool
B.linalyl acetate
C.limonene
D.lenalol

29.Which of the following terpenes are anti-inflammatory and bactericidal?
A.limonene
B.pinene
C.chamazulene and farnesene
D.sabinene

30.What is the given name to the chemicals produced by plants of the same species, caused by factors such as variations in the climate and geographical location?
A.components
B.constituents
C.chemotypes
D.composition

31.Essential oils are usually diluted before use. As a general rule, what percentage of the mix should be essential oil?
A.1-2%
B.1-3%
C.4-6%
D.more than 6%

32.Some essential oils can be used infrequently without signs of intolerance but with continued use can cause reactions like skin inflammation or rashes. What is this called?
A.sensitisation
B.photosensitisation
C.chronic toxicity
D.allergic reaction

33.Which of the following is NOT a photosensitising oil?
A.lime
B.bergamot
C.orange
D.lavender

34.What is the purpose of the condenser during steam distillation?
A.to reduce the temperatue
B.to increase the temperature
C.to maintain constant temperature
D.to release the steam

35.What aromatic substances are produced when gums from the bark of trees or bushes are treated with solvent?
A.concretes
B.resinoids
C.absolutes
D.pomades

36.What is used to extract the aromatic molecules from concretes to produce absolutes?
A.heat
B.water
C.alcohol
D.steam

37.Which method of extraction uses cold vegetable fat?
A.enfleurage
B.maceration
C.distillation
D.phytol extraction

38.What is the botanical name of the plant from which sweet almond oil is derived?
A.prunus armeniaca
B.prunus amygdalus var. dulcis
C.persea americana
D.prunus persica

39,Which part of the plant is used to obtain neroli?
A.leaves and twigs
B.rind
C.flesh
D.flowers

40.By what method is frankincense oil obtained?
A.maceration
B.steam distillation
C.solvent extraction
D.maceration

41.the safety data for ocimum basilicum is?
A.non toxic and non irritant
B.incompatible with homeopathic treatment
C.can cause hypertension
D.not to be used on sensitive skins or for pregnant women

42.The countries of origin for cypress are?
A.Canada, Pakistan
B.Mediterranean countries and N.Africa
C.Tropical Asia, W.Indies
D.India, Usa

43.The two main chemical constituents of salvia sclarea are?
A.pinene, camphene
B.linaly acetate, linalool
C.linalool, limonene
D.anethole, limonene

44.The two main constuents of benzoin are?
A.benzyl acetate
B.coniferyl cinnamate, sumaresinolic acid
C.terpineol, linalool
D.anethole, limonene

45.The countries of origin for cymbopogon citratus are?
A.Southern China, Eastern Asia
B.Red Sea area and N.E.Africa
C.Asia, W.Indies and E.India
D.Mediterranean, N.Africa and China

46.From which part of the plant is coriander extracted?
A.fruits and seeds
B.leaves
C.dried flowers
D.bark

47.What is the safety data for melaleuca viridiflora?
A.non-toxic, non-irritant
B.can irritate mucous membranes
C.can cause headaches
D.can cause hypertension

48.In which country have plants and plant extracts been used Ayurvedic medicine for appro. 5,000 yrs?
A.India
B.China
C.Egypt
D.Greece

49.Which favourite Egyption oil has been found in tombs dating from 3,000BC?
A.lavender
B.benzoin
C.eucalyptus
D.frankincense

50.Who studied Dr Jean Valnets work and was credited with raising the interest in, and the profile of, aromatherapy?
A.Megallus
B.Cuthbert Hall
C.Prof. rene Gattfosse
D.Mme Margeurite Maury

More ITEC Aromatherapy MCQs from Teazy
1.Which of the following is not a total contraindication to treatment?
A.fever
B.pregnancy
C.contagious diseases
D.cancer

2.What is the safe dosage for babies?
A.1drop in 5ml
B.1drop in 10ml
C.2 drops in 5ml
D.2 drops in 10ml

3.The chemical constituents for sweet fennel are?
A.anethole and pinene
B.limonene and methyl chavicol
C.anethole and limonene
D.cineol and linalool

4.Synergy can be defined as?
A.2+2=3
B.2+2=4
C.2+2=5
D.2+2=6

5.Salvia sclarea interacts adversely with?
A.cheese
B.lavender oil
C.alcohol
D.nicotene

6. Calendula oil is chosen for?
A.scarred skin
B.dry skin
C.oedema
D.varicose veins

7. Citral is
A.an oxide
B.a ketone
C.an aldehyde
D.an ester

8. Azulene is
A.antiseptic
B.anti-inflammatory
C.anti-viral
D.anti-bacterial

9. Geraniol is
A.a terpene
B.an oxide
C.an alcohol
D.a ketone

10.Geraniol occurs in?
A.lemon
B.rose
C.rosemary
d.orange

Another Test from Teazy

1. The main constituents of ginger are?
A.terpene and acid
B.aldehyde and oxide
C.alcohol and ketone
D.alcohol and ester

2. The countries of origin for melissa are?
A. Southern europe
B.North Americas
C.Eastern Europe
D.South Americas

3.Palmarosa is used to
A.repel insects
B.flavour licquers
C.adulterate geranium
D.adulterate rose

4.Avicenna is responsible for?
A.using oils in massage
B.bringing myrrh to Rome
C.writing the first medical book
D.introducing distillation to Europe

5.The safety data for pine is?
A.can cause dizziness
B.can cause healing crisis
C.can cause skin irritation
D.can be abortifacient

6.Rosemary is indicated for?
A.hypotension
B.cerebral circulation
C.hypertension
D.menstrual irregularities

7.What is the time interval for skin testing?
A.6 hours
B.12 hours
C.24 hours
D.48 hours

8.Origanum marjorana contains
A.cineol,terpineol
B.terpineol, linalool
C.limonene, pinene
D.cineol, pinene

9.The phototoxic chemical in bergamot is?
A.bergaptone
B.bergapten
C.bergaptyl
D.bergama

10.An inorganic compound is something which
A.uses carbon
B.uses oxygen
C.does not use carbon
D.does not use oxygen

Yes, you guessed it - MORE MCQs for ITEC Aromatherapy from Teazy

1.Which part of the grapefruit is used to extract the oil?
A.seeds
B.peel
C.flesh
D.leaves

2.The importance of drinking water after treatment is:
A.to quench thirst
B.to flush out toxins
C.to aid digestion
D.to induce perspiration

3.The ITEC guidelines for blending are:
A.3 drops essential oil to each 5ml carrier oil
B.2 drops essential oil to each 5ml carrier oil
C.5 drops essential oil to each 5ml carrier oil
D.4 drops essential oil to each 5mls carrier oil

4.The countries of origin of juniper are:
A.France, Italy and Slovakia
B.France, Italy and UK
C.USA,Canada and Hungary
D.Siberia, Canada and Scandinavia

5.Integral biology is:
A.How the body is affected by enviromental factors
B.How the body systems are interrelated
C.The anatomy and physiology of the body
D.The body's ability to fight infection

6.The two main constituents of petitgrain are:
A.Linalyl acetate, gernyl acetate
B.Pinene, limonene
C.Linalool, terpinol
D.Bornyl acetate, isovalerate

7.Referral procedures are:
A.reference and cross reference of oils
B.referral to another complementary or medical practitioner
C.referring to other body parts
D.referring to the consultation form

8.The safety data for melaleuca alternifolia is:
A.can irritate the mucous membrane
B.can cause headaches
C.possible sensitisation
D.can cause hypertension

9.The countries of origin of vetivert are:
A.India, Usa
B.South India, China
C.Reunion, France
C.Canada, Pakistan

10.The maximum number of essential oils in any one blend is:
A.6
B.4
C.3
D.2

Yes, another set of ITEC Aromatherapy papers from Teazy
1.Which of the following have an anti-inflammatory effect?
A.isobutyl angelate
B.chamazulol
C.camphene
D.chamazulene

2.Which one of the following is NOT a chemical compound?
A.ester
B.acid
C.aldehyde
D.coniferyl

3.Cineol has
A.analgesic properties
B.expectorant properties
C.rubefaciant properties
D.sedative properties

4.Aldehydes give an essential oil
A.a lemony scent
B.a woody scent
C.a resinous scent
D.a floral scent

5. Methyl benzoate and methyl salicitate are the main constituents of?
A,benzoin
B.palmarosa
C.ylang ylang
D.rosewood

6. Alcohols do not predominate in
A.ginger
B.peppermint
C.sandalwood
D.juniper

7.Foeniculum vulgare shares a constituent with
A.daucus corota
B.Ocimum basilicum
C.citrus paradisi
D.Melaleuca viridiflora

8.Which of the following is contraindicated in hepatic dysfunction?
A.methyl chavicol
B.methyl borneol
C.methyl salicylate
D.methyl benzoate

9.Linalyl acetate makes essential oils?
A.emmenagogue
B.sudorific
C.hepatic
D.sedative

10.What is the maximum number of drops that can be used in one day?
A.4
B.5
C.8
D.10

Unknown source: Posted in 2005

Blended Oils (Dannys) guide to malaleuca oils
East Coast of Australia, there is a lake which was working wonders for those people who bathed in it. The Aborigines thought of it as holy water and bathed in it when they had any cuts or skin complaints or breathing problems, and so on.

Near the edge of the lake are trees called Tea Tree. They drop their leaves and twigs into the water. They slowly dissolve in the water and the oils rise to the top of the water creating a small film just on top of the water.

The oil does not mix with water and seems to be more effective if inhaled.

The name MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA is the greek botanical name for this Tea Tree. In the olden days when English sailors were reaching new shores they always were on the lookout for tea trees to use their leaves to make tea. Hence it got its name Tea Tree but it has nothing in common of the true tea tree bushes and trees.

Anyone who tried making tea from this tree will notice that it will produce a nice strong aromatic tea but that it tastes awfull and even gargling is not a nice experience using MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA.

MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA is a relative of the Eucalyptus trees.
MELALEUCA means black-white. the light rind or the tree trunk and the dark parts of the twigs and branches.
ALTERNIFOLIA means alternating leaf grows, which means one leaf grows on the left side of the twig and the next one will then grow on the right side, then the left again and so on.

Trees can get up to 6 to 8 meters high.
It has very small but beautiful flowers, even though it was at first told that they were not pretty ar all. the tree trunk looks very similar to a Birch tree, where the bark is rough and splits up. It likes to live in swampy areas or even the very dry areas. It is well protected against insects as it uses its oils for protection. The leaves are very small and thin, very similar to christmas trees.
The seeds are like dust and one gram can hold up to 40.000 seeds.

The tree is very tough and even if you chop it town to the ground or burn them the roots will soon produce another tree. So you have to dig it out to the last tip of the root to get rid of it.

The leafs are the one that contain the essential therapeutic oil.

On tea tree farms, the trees get cut down at age of 2 years and then they grow bushy. the older the tree the less oil it will produce so the farmers cut the trees regularily down to the stump, some farms have been going for longer than 50 years with the same trees.

It is suspected that the trees can reach an age of 100 years.

There is lots of technical stuff about the different grades of oil, but it is too difficult to translate the whole lot.
But in a nutshell you should:

When buying oils make sure the whole name is on the bottle: MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA as other trees in the same group also produce the same oil but it is not of the same quality. then the oil should be from organically grown trees as other farmers might use all kinds of chemicals to ward of those insects that have evolved to live with the oils and hence can damage the leaves.
Also make sure it comes from Australia as the product is grown in other countries but they are not so strickly controlled.

Bushoil: it is wild growing trees. the nature savers do not want those to be used as it is damaging the wildlife and the areas protected. the people who are against the farms prefer to use the ones growing in the wild.

Best to go with the organically grown MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA in Australia.

ITEC Aromatherapy Exam May 2006 Sample Questions

1. What is contra indicated with Homeopathy
a) Black Pepper b) Sweet Orange c) Bergamot d) Neroli
2. What is contra indicated for hypertension
a) Rosewood b) Tea Tree c) Rosemary d) Carrot Seed
3. When is Myrrh contra indicated? think answer is pregnancy
4. What does Volatile mean?
a) Evaporates quickly b) smells distinctive c) flammable d) non greasy A = A?? it's a
5. Which would be an unusual reaction to Aromatherapy
a) loss of skin sensation b) fatigue c) bowel movement d) ? - Think it's a)
6. Is Basilicum
a) analgesic b) stomachic c) vermiguge d) cephalic --think it's d)
7. Which oil is vulnerary
a) Basil b) benzoin c) bergamot d) b. pepper
8. Other name for Aniba Roseadora
a) Rose Cabbage b) Rosewood c) Rosemary d. Damask Rose _ Think it's b)
9. What is an atom? I forget what the options were but look it up.
10. Method of Distillation question on Percolation was it water going up or water going down or something like this so look it up.
11. What would/could cause headache?
a) Jasmine b) Rose ? c) Ylang Ylang d) Lime - think its jasmine
12. Fennel? something about interraction
a) is it narcotic b) phototoxic c) ? d)? think answer is Narcotic
13. How many drops essential oil would you use for child or elderly person?
think answer was 1 drop per 5 ml.
14. Max amount of essential oils you can use in Aromatherapy Treatment
a) 2 b) 3 c) 4 d) 5 Think answer was b) 3.
15. Citrus Sinensis can cause
a) Nausea b) headaches c) uterine contractions d) phototoxicity
16. Which part of plant does Benzoin come from
a) twigs b) leaves c) bark d) roots
17. How is Vetiver extracted?
a) steam b) solvent c) enfleurage d) expression
18. Bad or Worst way to store essential oils?
Answer was in plastic bottle.
19. Which has sedative effect?
a) terepene b) keytone c) aldehyde d) alcohol
20. Botanical name for Palmarosa?
21. What are chemical constituients of Ylang Ylang?
a) Methyl Bensoate and Methyl Selicate b) linalyl acetate and cineol
c) zingeribene and ginerone d) carvacrol and cineol
22. What isconstituient of Macadaemia Oil or something similar?
Answer was Palmitoleic Acid
23. What is contra indicated with Nephritis?
a) Juniper b) pine c) jasmine d) aniba roseadors _ think it's a)
24. What is botanical name for Fennel?
Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce
25. What part of plant used for Chamomile Flowers
26. What part of plant used for Marjoram. - Dried flowering herbs and leaves
27. Something about Myrrh in relation to chapped skin - can;t really remember what question was.
28. What is Kinesiology?
29. What is Bowen Technique?
30 What is Alexander Technique?
31. What is Reflexology?
32. What is Bach Flower Therapy?

Breakdown of the ITEC Exam
Contraindications – 5 marks
Which oils are condraindicated for epilectics?
Which of the following conditions are contraindicated to the use of myrrh?
When is it safe to massage a client who has had major back surgery?
Which oil is contraindicated for use on epileptics
When is zingiber offinale contraindicated for use?
Which oil is not contraindicated for use after the first trimester of a healthy pregnancy
Which oil would be effective for use as a compress on varicose veins (a) Sandalwood, b) Juniper, c) Carrot Seed, d) Cypress
Which oil is contraindicated when receiving homeopathic treatments?
Which of the following oils is NOT contraindicated for a sufferer of hypertension?
Which oil should be avoided with nephritis?
Which oil should not be used on an insomnia sufferer?
What is integral biology?

Aftercare and treatments – 10 marks
Why do you give the client aftercare advice?
Why is it important to drink water after a treatment?
Why should the client drink water immediately after a treatment?
If a client comes in under the influence of drugs or alcohol is it ok to treat them?

Therapeutic effects of oils – 10 marks
A blend of oils for a synergistic effect?
What is the meaning of synergistic?
Which of the following carrier oils have anti-inflammatory properties? A: calendula
What is the meaning of emmenagogue?
Which of the following oils is suitable for constipation?
What is the effect of jojoba carrier oil
What is meant by galactagogue?
What is the meaning of rubefacient?
What is the effect of a vermifuge oil? (a), heal wounds and sores, b) reduces fever, c) increase urine production, d) expels intestinal worms)
What is the therapeutic effect of a depurative oil
What is the therapeutic effect of petitgrain (a) Depurative, b) bactericidal, c) antiseptic, d) expectorant?)
Which oil would benefit a client presenting with constipation (a) eucalyptus, b) clary sage, c) cypress, d) black pepper)
Which term means to remove impurities? (a diuretic, b) Depurative, c) emmenagogue, d) hypertensive)
Which of the following oils have a depurative effect? (a) basil, b) black pepper, c) bergamot, d) benzoin)
Which oil may benefit constipation?
Which oil may benefit hypernoea?
Which oil may benefit a sufferer of cystitis?
Which oil is said to stimulate the appetite?
Which oil may benefit sore throats and frequent colds?
Which oil benefits the immune system and the production of white blood cells?
Which of the following oils have a distinctive smell?
What is the therapeutic effect of basil? (a) analgesic, b) vermifuge, c) stomachic, d) cephalic)
What are the therapeutic effects of coriander? (a) astringent, b) haemostaic, c) vasoconstrictive, d) depurative)
What responds well to palmarosa? (a) water retention, b) stress, c) varicose veins, d) cycstitis)
Which oil has a vermifuge effect? (a) canaga odorata, b) vetiver, c) bergamot, d) rosa centifolia)
Which oil has a febrifuge effect? (a) cympanogen citrates, b) citrus auratifolia, c) citrus reticulata, d) citrus paradisi

Chemistry – 5 marks
Chemical constituants of wheatgerm?
What is petitgrain extracted from?
Which oil evaporates easily?

Botanical name – 3 marks
What is the botanical name for lime?
Another name for orange blossom?
What is the botanical name for palmarosa?
What is the botanical name for cypress
What is the botanical name for mandarin?
What is the common name for Citrus reticulata?

Country of origin and methods of extractions – 5 marks
How is jasmine extracted?
What is the extraction method for palmarosa?
What is the country of origin of palmarosa?
What is the country of origin of benzoin?
From which part of the plant is petitgrain extracted?
From which part of the plant is Melissa extracted?

Safety – 7 marks
Which oil is safe in pregnancy?
What are the ITEC guidelines for blending oils?
What can distilled citrus sinensis cause?
What is the meaning of volatile
Which oil is safe undiluted for first aid?

Other therapies – 5 marks

What is acupressure?
What is the bowen technique?
What is homeopathy?
What is Iridology?
What is Alexander technique?
What is shiatsu?
What is reflexology
What is kinesology?

ITEC Aromatherapy – Very old written questions – Suitable for revision
Define aromatherapy and explain its development over the past 15 years in the field of complementary therapies (10)

Describe briefly the following methods of extraction: (2 each)
Carbon dioxide extraction
Hydro-diffusion
Steam distillation
Expression
Solvent extraction

State the guidelines for blending. (5)

List five possible effects of overdose. (5

State two conditions each that may respond to treatment with the following oils: (2 each)
Cymbopogon citratus
Styrax benzoin
Daucas carota
Cananga odorata
Matricaia recutica

List five points of professionalism related to aromatherapy work. (5)

Explain the procedures for referring clients to another practitioner or GP. (3)
Give reasons why referral may be necessary. (2)

Describe the therapeutic effects of the following chemical constituents:
Alcohols
Terpenes
Aldehydes

Explain the possible side effects of: (2 each)
Methyl chavicol:
Bargapten:

With the aid of a diagram describe the structure and function of the olfactory tract.(10)

Giving your reasons select a synergistic blend to include dilution and carrier oil (where appropriate) and state method of application for the following conditions: (4 each)
Anxiety
Headaches
Infertility
Loss of appetite
Arthritis

Your client has general muscle aches, frequent migraine attacks and no energy. Outline the aromatherapy treatment you would give including choice of essential oils, frequency and duration. What results might you expect? (20)

Why is a thorough knowledge of the skin important to the aromatherapist? (5)

Describe the structure and functions of the skin with labelled illustrations (5)

How can aromatherapy oils be used in first aid treatments? Give examples
and state which oils you would use and why. (10

What methods of acceleration can be used in aromatherapy treatments? (4)

Describe their benefits and when you would use them. (6)

List the contra-indications to an aromatherapy treatment and explain why they are contra-indicative.
Define with examples:
Terpenes Monoterpenes:
Sesquiterpenes Aldehydes
Phenols
Ketones

Suggest a choice of three oils that each have the following properties:

(i) antiseptic
(ii) anti-inflammatory
(iii) fungicidal
(iv) hypotensive
(v)
What factors govern your choice of carrier oils? State the use and properties of four carrier oils:

The following are alternative methods of using essential oils. Give TWO examples each of conditions that are likely to benefit from these methods and state which oils you would use.
· Compresses
· Inhalations
· Foot baths
· Hand Baths

Write paragraphs to show your understanding of the following:
· Holistic approach
· Referral procedures
· Integral biology
· Overdose

List the essential oils you may use for the following conditions stating how and why they would be beneficial
· Acne vulgaris
· Eczema (dry and weeping)
Urticari

Hello all!

Did my aromatherapy theory recently. Alas can't remember details - already mushed up in my brain in a blur! But I'll share what I can which I hope will be of some use to those still preparing for exams.

There were plenty of questions on therapeutic effects, e.g. what oil is expectorant? rubefaciant? NOT diuretic? vulnerary? stimulates appetite? And then a couple on specific oils e.g. properties of black pepper, etc.

Plenty of old reliables, particularly on the uses of oils came up e.g. emulsifiers and why they're used.

There was a question on how production processes can damage oil (hydrodistillation - damages because its fast or slow, etc.?)

Difference between Shiatsu and accupressure came up too.

Contraindications are listed differently in the recent syllabus (2007) - note that they're no longer Total, Medical and Local. Note the wording of the new categories and the contraindications that fit under each.

That's about all I can remember. Hope its of use. Good luck to all who are still studying. And thanks to all who have posted before. A great help for providing focus to studies.

Greengrass, a concrete is obtained during solvent extraction, you are confusing it with a pomade produced during enfleurage

Answers for you...

does anyone know the answers for the following questions:

1. which of the following synergistsic blends would have the effect of calming, relaxing and uplifting?
a. citrus paradisi, cupressus semperviens and citrus limon
b.juniperus communis, rosmarinus officinalis and foeniculum vulgare var. dulce
c. melaleuca alternifolia, mentha piperita and melaleuca viridiflora
d. citrus reticulata, vetiveria zizanoides and boswellia carteri

Answer is D

2. which one of the following synergistic blends would you use on a healthy client for an analgesic, rubefacient and stimulating effect?
a. pogestemon cablin, rosa damascena, santalum album
b. canaga odorata, citrus sinensis and salvia sclarea
c. origanum majorana, rosmarinus officinalis, citrus limon
d. vetiveria zizanoides, mellissa officinalis, commiphora myrrha

Answer is C

3. which of these oils would be particulary effective for a client who presented for an uplifting treatment?
a. ocimum basilicum
b. juniperus communis
c. foeniculum vulgare var dulce
d. origanum majorana

They are all right answers, I think D is most right.....

4. which one of these synergistic blends would you use on a healty client requesting a relaxing and calming treatment?
a. rosa centifolia, lavandula officinale or augustifolia, pogestemon cablin
b. chamaemelum nobible or anthemis nobilis, melaleuca alternifolia, metha piperita
c. metha piperita, lavandula officinale or augustifolia, pinus sylvestris
d. origanum majorana, cupressus sempervirens, ocimum basilicum

Answer A

5. which of the following oils would you recommend to a client for use in a vaporizer, to give a positive and calming effect:
a. tea tree
b. juniper
c. frankincense
d. clary sage

C

6. one of the best oil for use on a compress to reat brushing would be:
a. frankincense
b. german chamomile
c. petitgrain
d. pinus sylvestris

Didnt understand your question...

7. a suitable synergistic blend for a healty client presenting with tired leg muscles and cellulite would be:
a. jasmine, lavender, rose
b. grapefruit, juniper, fennel
c. neroli, geranium, ginger
d. patchouli, frankincense, mandarin

Answer B

8. A suitable oil to put in the bath for home care for a client suffering from insomnia woulud be:
a. jasminum officnale
b. citrus paradisi
c. citrus limon
d. pelargonium graveolens

Answer D

9. synergy can be defined as
a. 2+2=3
b. 2+2=4
c. 2+2=5
d. 2+2=6

Answer C

10. avicenna is responsible for
a. using oils in massage
b. bringing myrrh to rome
c. writing the first medical book
d. introducing distillation to europe

Answer D

11. which of the following is contraindicated in hepatic dysfunction?
a. methyl chavicol
b. methyl borneol
methyl salicylate
d. methyl benzoate

I think its A

12. what is the maximum number of drops that can be used in one day?
a. 4
b. 5
c. 8
d. 10

Answer 8

13. which of these oils is suitable for inhalation
a. eucaplyptus globulus
b. cymbopogon citratus
c. origanum marjorana
d. lavandula augustifolia

Answer A
pigpig

I hope this helps!

Exams

I did my exams recently, I would advise everyone to know black pepper inside out.

Other than that print the past papers and learn them, you'll find its the same questions all the time.

We got no questions on the history at all. Only one chemical constituant one and it was something like whats the safest constituant, cant remember the options but monoterpine alcohols was the right answer anyway.

Exam was very easy and I was surprised so good luck!

Greengrass, a concrete is obtained during solvent extraction, you are confusing it with a pomade produced during enfleurage