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A patient has afternoon fever, profuse sweating, strong thirst, constipation, abdominal pain worse with pressure, restlessness, delirium, red tongue with dry yellow moss, and deep-forceful pulse. What is the treatment?
A. LI-11 (quchi), ST-44 (neiting), DU-14 (dazhui), ST-37 (shangjuixu), ST-25 (tianshu) B. BL-20 (pishu), ST-36 (zusanli), ST-25 (tianshu), SP-6 (sanyinjiao) C. TB-5 (waiguan), TB-6 (zhigou), GB-41 (zulinqi), DU-13 (taodao) D. BL-12 (fengmen), LU-7 (lique), LI-4 (hegu), GB-20 (fengchi) |
A. LI-11 (quchi), ST-44 (neiting), DU-14 (dazhui), ST-37 (shangjuixu), ST-25 (tianshu)
Source: Bright-Yang (yang ming) stage of organ type - Foundations of Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, 2005, page 716 |
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Jing-river points treat disorders with voice changes. All of the following jing-river points treat sighing except
A. LR-4 (zhongfeng) B. GB-38 (yangfu) C. PC-5 (jianshi) D. SP-5 (shangqiu) |
C. PC-5 (jianshi)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2001, page 36 |
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A patient has Lesser-Yin (shao yin) symptoms and signs of the cold type. What is the treatment?
A. BL-23 (shenshu), REN-4 (guanyuan), REN-6 (qihai), KI-7 (shenque), KI-3 (taixi) B. EN-4 (guanyuan), KI-3 (taixi), KI-6 (zhaohai), SP-6 (sanyinjiao) C. LR-3 (taichong), LI-4 (hegu), SP-4 (gongsun), PC-6 (neiguan) D. REN-12 (zhongwan), BL-20 (pishu), ST-36 (zusanli), ST-25 (tianshu), SP-6 (sanyinjiao) |
A. BL-23 (shenshu), REN-4 (guanyuan), REN-6 (qihai), KI-7 (shenque), KI-3 (taixi)
Source: Foundations of Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, 2005, page 717 |
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Which shu-stream point is one of the most important distal points for treating ear disorders due to any pathology?
A. SI-3 (houxi) B. SJ-3 (zhongzhu) C. GB-41 (zulinqi)' D. LR-3 (taichong) |
B. SJ-3 (zhongzhu)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2001, page 394 |
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Which xi-cleft point is indicated for chest pain due to blood stasis and upper jiao bleeding (nosebleed, vomiting and coughing blood) due to hot blood?
A. HT-6 (yinxi) C. LU-6 (kongzui) D. SI-6 (yanglao) |
B. PC-4 (xinmen)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2001, page 38 |
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Which point combination best treats coughing up blood?
A. BL-17 (ge shu), SP-10 (xue hai) B. BL-20 (pi shu), BL-21 (wei shu) C. CV-17 (tan zhong), LU-7 (lie que) D. LU-6 (kong zui), BL-17 (ge shu) |
Which point combination best treats coughing up blood?
D. LU-6 (kong zui), BL-17 (ge shu) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Foreign Language Press, 2003, page 415 |
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Which point combination best treats aphasia and stiff tongue?
A. GB-20 (feng chi), CV-22 (tian tu), ST-9 (ren ying) B. LI-4 (he gu), LU-6 (kong zui), BL-13 (fei shu) C. HT-7 (shen men), BL-15 (xin shu), CV-22 (tian tu) D. GV-15 (ya men), CV-23 (lian quan), HT-5 (tong li) |
Which point combination best treats aphasia and stiff tongue?
D. GV-15 (ya men), CV-23 (lian quan), HT-5 (tong li) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Foreign Language Press, 2003, page 401 |
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Which point combination best treats yang jaundice?
A. BL-20 (pi shu) with moxibustion, BL-48 (yang gang) B. LR-3 (tai chong), GB-34 (yang ling quan) C. BL-19 (dan shu), BL-20 (pi shu) D. SP-6 (san yin jiao), ST-36 (zu san li) |
Which point combination best treats yang jaundice?
B. LR-3 (tai chong), GB-34 (yang ling quan) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Foreign Language Press, 2003, page 433 |
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Which is a caution for ST-21 (liangmen)?
A. deep insertion may injure the heart B. moxibustion is contraindicated C. in thin subjects, deep needling may penetrate the peritoneal cavity D. the needle should be inserted slowly without lifting, thrusting or rotating |
C. in thin subjects, deep needling may penetrate the peritoneal cavity
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman (2000), page 145 |
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In needling ST-42 (chongyang) what should be avoided?
A. anterior tibial vessels and nerve B. dorsalis pedis artery C. deep peroneal nerve D. medial dorsal cutaneous nerve |
B. dorsalis pedis artery
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman (2000), page 168 |
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Deep insertion in a superior direction of ST-30 (qichong) may
A. penetrate the spermatic cord B. penetrate a full bladder C. injure femoral artery and nerve D. injure the pelvic nerve plexus |
B. penetrate a full bladder
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman (2000), page 152 |
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Which point Warms the lower jiao, Regulates menstruation and benefits the genital region?
A. ST-27 (daju) B. ST-29 (guilai) C. REN-2 (qugu) D. LR-5 (ligou |
B. ST-29 (guilai)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, 2000, Deadman, page 150 |
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Which of the following are NOT particularly useful points in diagnosis?
A. Back Transporting points B. Front Collecting points C. Ah Shi points D. Luo points |
Which of the following are NOT particularly useful points in diagnosis?
D. Luo points Source: The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, 2005, page 373-374; 1989 Edition, page 174 |
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What is the location of the lo-connecting point of the hand shao-yang meridian?
A. 5 cun above Triple Burner 4 between, the radius and ulna B. 4 cun superior to Triple Burner 4, between the radius and ulna C. 2 cun above Triple Burner 4, between the radius and ulna D. 3 cun above Triple Burner 4, between the radius and ulna |
What is the location of the lo-connecting point of the hand shao-yang meridian?
C. 2 cun above Triple Burner 4, between the radius and ulna Source: TB-5 - A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2001, page 396 |
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What is the location of lower he-sea point of the small intestine on the meridian of the foot yang-ming meridian?
A. 8 cun inferior to Stomach 35 2 cun inferior to Stomach 37 midway between Stomach 35 and Stomach 41 B. 9 cun inferior to Stomach 35 3 cun inferior to Stomach 37 C. 9 cun inferior to Stomach 36 3 cun inferior to Stomach 37 D. 3 cun inferior to Stomach 35 one finger-breadth from the anterio crest of the tibia |
What is the location of lower he-sea point of the small intestine on the meridian of the foot yang-ming meridian?
B. 9 cun inferior to Stomach 35 3 cun inferior to Stomach 37 Source: ST-39 - A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2001, page 164 |
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What is the CPT insurance code for moxibustion?
A. 97811 B. 97813 C. there is no code D. 97814 |
What is the CPT insurance code for moxibustion?
A. 97811 B. 97813 C. there is no code Source: www.acupuncturetoday.com/mpacms/at/article.php?id=32178 |
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Which point Descends rebellious qi and alleviates cough and wheezing and Benefits the throat and voice?
A. LU-1 (zhongfu) B. REN-22 (tiantu) C. REN-17 (shanzhong) D. ST-18 (rugen) |
Which point Descends rebellious qi and alleviates cough and wheezing and Benefits the throat and voice?
B. REN-22 (tiantu) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, 2000, Deadman, page 522 |
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GV-3 (yaoyangguan), GV-4 (mingmen), and GV-8 (jinsuo) are
A. punctured obliquely upward 0.5-0.8 inch B. punctured perpendicularly 1-1.5 inches C. punctured perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 inch D. punctured obliquely downward 0.8-1.2 inches |
GV-3 (yaoyangguan), GV-4 (mingmen), and GV-8 (jinsuo) are
C. punctured perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 inch Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Chief Editor Cheng Xinnong, 2004, page 227-228 |
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The needle techniques of "Setting the Mountain on Fire" and "Penetrating Heaven-Coolness" are derived from all of the following techniques EXCEPT
A. slow and rapid insertion of needle B. the relation of needle tip to qi flow C. lifting and thrusting of needle D. keeping the hole open or closed |
B. the relation of needle tip to qi flow
Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, page 346-349; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 346-349 |
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When concluding the acupuncture needle technique "Setting the Mountain on Fire" you
A. slowly withdraw the needle and rotate to the left B. withdraw needle when patient exhales C. quickly withdraw the needle and press the hole D. rotate needle fast with large amplitude |
C. quickly withdraw the needle and press the hole
Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, page 346-349; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 346-349 |
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In selecting points above to treat below, which of the following points treats leg numbness?
A. DU-16 (fengfu) B. DU-26 (renzhong) C. ST-9 (renying) D. GB-10 (fubai) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 58 |
A. DU-16 (fengfu)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 58 |
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Which point is often selected for genital disorders?
A. LR-3 (taichong) B. LR-4 (zhongfeng) C. LR-5 (ligou) D. LR-6 (zhongdu) Source: 'A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 57 |
C. LR-5 (ligou)
Source: 'A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 57 |
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Which of the following points are on the same general level as the 2nd intercostal space?
A. CV-20 (hua gai) KI-25 (shen cang) ST-14 (ku fang) B. CV-19 (zi gong) KI-25 (shen cang) ST-15 (wu yi) C. CV-20 (hua gai) KI-26 (yu zhong) ST-14 (ku fang) D. CV-19 (zi gong) KI-26 (yu zhong) ST-15 (wu yi) |
B. CV-19 (zi gong) KI-25 (shen cang) ST-15 (wu yi)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, pages 141, 361 |
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The Qi from the GV-1 (cheng qiang) Luo-connecting point
A. Ascends bilaterally to the nape of the neck and spreads over the occiput B. Spreads in the chest and lateral costal regions C. Disperses and spreads down over the abdomen D. Spreads from front to back |
A. Ascends bilaterally to the nape of the neck and spreads over the occiput
Source: Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 41 |
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What is the distance between the jing-river and shu-stream points of the foot-shaoyin meridian?
A. 3 cun B. 2 cun C. 1 cun D. 3.5 cun |
B. 2 cun
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 339, 346 |
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All of the following jing-river points treat cough except
A. PC-5 (jianshi) and LR-4 (zhongfeng) B. BL-60 (kunlun) C. TB-6 (zhigou) and SP-5 (shangqiu) D. LU-8 (jingqu) and LI-5 (yangxi) |
All of the following jing-river points treat cough except
A. PC-5 (jianshi) and LR-4 (zhongfeng) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 35 |
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Which point Expels wind-damp and alleviates pain and Benefits the shoulder?
A. LI-11 (quchi) B. GB-34 (yanglingquan) C. ST-38 (tiaokou) D. SI-3 (houxi) |
C. ST-38 (tiaokou)
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 163 |
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A 39 year-old female has been diagnosed with clinical depression. Symptoms include mental depression, chest distress, hypochondriac distension, belching, poor appetite, and irregular bowel movements. The tongue has a thin-sticky coating. The pulse is string-taut. The acupuncture prescription is BL-18 (gan shu), CV-17 (tan zhong), CV-12 (zhong wan), ST-36 (zu san li), and LR-3 (tai chong). After several treatments the patient returns and now reports depression, headache, chest distress, hypochondriac distention, acid regurgitation, dry mouth, constipation. Her eyes are blood-shot. The tongue has a yellow coating. The pulse is string-taut and slightly fast. What is your prescription now?
A. ST-44 (nei tiing), LI-11 (qu chi), GV-14 (da zhui), ST-25 (tian shu) B. BL-18 (gan shu), GB-20 (feng chi), CV-12 (zhong wan), ST-36 (zu san li), KI-6 (zhao hai) C. LR-2 (xing jian), GB-43 (xia xi), CV-13 (shang wan), TB-6 (zhi gou), GB-34 (yang ling quan) D. CV-17 (tan zhong), PC-6 (nei guan), LR-3 (tai chong), ST-40 (feng long), GB-20 (feng chi) |
C. LR-2 (xing jian), GB-43 (xia xi), CV-13 (shang wan), TB-6 (zhi gou), GB-34 (yang ling quan)
Source: the first set of symptoms point to liver qi stagnation which transforms into fire in the second set of symptoms - Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 450; 2nd Edition, page 460 |
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Window of Sky points have an effect on sense organs. Which of the following sky points is wrongly associated with ear symptoms?
A. SI-16 (tian chuang): deafness, tinnitus, ear pain B. TB-16 (tian you): impaired hearing C. LU-3 (tian fu): ear pain D. SI-17 (tian rong): tinnitus, deafness |
C. LU-3 (tian fu): ear pain
Source: Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 50 |
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The twelve sinew channels terminate at the
A. head and trunk B. feet and head C. hands and feet D. chest and hands |
A. head and trunk
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 12 |
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The twelve sinew channels follow the course of the primary channels but
A. are shorter B. are wider C. are longer D. are narrower |
B. are wider
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Which point has a caution that deep or perpendicular insertion carries a substantial risk of puncturing the lung?
A. KID-21 (youmen) B. ST-14 (kufang) C. DU-7 (zhongshu) D. LI-18 (futu) |
B. ST-14 (kufang)
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Deep needling of ST-20 (chengman) may
A. penetrate an enlarged stomach B. penetrate an enlarged heart C. penetrate an enlarged liver D. penetrate the lung |
C. penetrate an enlarged liver
Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman (2000), page 144 |
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A 33 year-old nursing mother has an acute case of mastitis. Treatment given was CV-17 (shan zhong) and ST-18 (ru gen). After the first initial treatments the condition improved but not totally. What point would you add?
A. LR-3 (tai chong) B. LI-4 (he gu) C. SI-1 (shao ze) D. TB-5 (wai guan) |
C. SI-1 (shao ze)
Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 499; 2nd Edition, page 637 |
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A new mother complains of insufficient breast milk. She reports that her breasts feel swollen. She has poor appetite. The points prescribed are ST-18 (ru gen), CV-17 (tian zhong), SI-1 (shao ze), ST-36 (zu san li), SP-6 (san yin jiao). After five treatments there is only slight improvement. What would you prescribe now?
A. ST-18 (ru gen), CV-17 (tian zhong), SI-1 (shao ze), ST-36 (zu san li), BL-20 (pi shu) B. ST-18 (ru gen), CV-17 (tian zhong), SI-1 (shao ze), LR-14 (qi men), LR-3 (tai chong) C. BL-20 (pi shu), CV-6 (qi hai), ST-36 (zu san li), SI-1 (shao ze), ST-18 (ru gen) D. CV-17 (tian zhong), PC-6 (nei guan), SI-1 (shao ze), ST-18 (ru gen), LI-4 (he gu) |
A new mother complains of insufficient breast milk. She reports that her breasts feel swollen. She has poor appetite. The points prescribed are ST-18 (ru gen), CV-17 (tian zhong), SI-1 (shao ze), ST-36 (zu san li), SP-6 (san yin jiao). After five treatments there is only slight improvement. What would you prescribe now?
B. ST-18 (ru gen), CV-17 (tian zhong), SI-1 (shao ze), LR-14 (qi men), LR-3 (tai chong) Source: the distended breasts point to liver qi stagnation while the original prescription is for deficiency - Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 485; 2nd Edition, page 499, 500 |
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Which xi-cleft point is indicated for blood stasis in the uterus, shan disorder and lower abdominal pain?
A. SP-8 (diji) B. KI-5 (shuiqian) C. LR-6 (zhongdu D. KI-8 (jiaoxin) |
C. LR-6 (zhongdu
Source: Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 38 |
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For which conditions is moxibustion with garlic best used?
A. Scrofula, TB, and early stages of skin ulcer with boils B. Asthma, chronic diarrhea, and indigestion C. Impotence, Kidney Yang Deficient, and premature ejaculation D. Abdominal pain, vomiting, and prolonged dysentery |
For which conditions is moxibustion with garlic best used?
A. Scrofula, TB, and early stages of skin ulcer with boils Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, page 364; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 365 |
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Deep insertion is not advised for KI-21, as it could lead to
A. injury to the stomach B. injury to the liver C. injury to the heart D. injury to the lung |
Deep insertion is not advised for KI-21, as it could lead to
B. injury to the liver Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 2010 Edition, page 189; 1999 Edition, page 197 |
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A patient has facial paralysis. Which scalp acupuncture area would you choose?
A. second and third fifths of the motor area line B. lower two fifths of the motor area line C. upper fifth of the motor area line D. lower two fifths of the sensory area line |
A patient has facial paralysis. Which scalp acupuncture area would you choose?
B. lower two fifths of the motor area line Source: the lower two fifths of the motor area is the facial motor are - Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, pages 499-501, 610 |
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In scalp acupuncture for disorders affecting only one limb, you would select
A. a scalp area on the same side as the affected limb B. bilateral scalp areas that have an effect on the limbs C. a scalp area on the contralateral side of the affected limb D. alternate treatment from same side to opposite side of affected limb |
In scalp acupuncture for disorders affecting only one limb, you would select
C. a scalp area on the contralateral side of the affected limb Source: Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 497 |
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Which point combination helps in the treatment of heat bi syndrome?
A. BL-17 (ge shu), SP-10 (xue hai) B. BL-23 (shen shu), CV-4 (guan yuan) C. ST-36 (zu san li), SP-5 (shang qiu) D. GV-14 (da zhui), LI-11 (qu chi) |
Which point combination helps in the treatment of heat bi syndrome?
D. GV-14 (da zhui), LI-11 (qu chi) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 464; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 476 |
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Which point combination helps in the treatment of fixed bi syndrome?
A. BL-17 (ge shu), SP-10 (xue hai) B. BL-23 (shen shu), CV-4 (guan yuan) C. GV-14 (da zhui), LI-11 (qu chi) D. ST-36 (zu san li), SP-5 (shang qiu) |
Which point combination helps in the treatment of fixed bi syndrome?
D. ST-36 (zu san li), SP-5 (shang qiu) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 464; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 476 |
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A patient has stabbing pain in the epigastrium, vomiting dark blood. What is the treatment?
A. LR-14 (qi men), ST-36 (zu san li), CV-13 (shang wan), BL-21 (wei shu), GB-34 (yang ling quan)' B. CV-13 (shang wan), ST-21 (liang men), SP-4 (gong sun), PC-6 (nei guan), ST-44 (nei ting) C. ST-36 (zu san li), CV-12 (zhong wan), BL-20 (pi shu), BL-21 (wei shu), CV-6 (qi hai) D. TB-6 (zhi gou), ST-21 (liang men), ST-34 (liang qiu), SP-10 (xue hai), BL-17 (ge shu) |
A patient has stabbing pain in the epigastrium, vomiting dark blood. What is the treatment?
D. TB-6 (zhi gou), ST-21 (liang men), ST-34 (liang qiu), SP-10 (xue hai), BL-17 (ge shu) Source: Blood Stasis in the Stomach - The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, 2005 page 633; 1989 Edition page 272 |
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Which of the following points can injure the liver if punctured deeply?
A. KI-21 (you men) B. KI-23 (shen feng) C. KI-20 (fu tong gu) D. KI-19 (yin du) |
Which of the following points can injure the liver if punctured deeply?
A. KI-21 (you men) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 2010 Edition, page 190; 1999 Edition, page 197 |
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All of the following are acceptable containers for an acupuncture travel kit except
A. fishing tackle box B. tool box C. leather briefcase D. art box |
All of the following are acceptable containers for an acupuncture travel kit except
C. leather briefcase Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 41 |
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What type of soap should be used for hand washing in a health care setting?
A. germicidal bar soap B. Liquid soap C. Bar soap D. Any type of soap |
What type of soap should be used for hand washing in a health care setting?
B. Liquid soap Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 28 |
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You need to guide the shaft of a long acupuncture needle. What should you do?
A. clean both hands with an antiseptic before insertion B. use a thicker needle C. use sterile cotton or gauze between fingers and needle shaft D. use forceful insertion |
You need to guide the shaft of a long acupuncture needle. What should you do?
C. use sterile cotton or gauze between fingers and needle shaft Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 32 |
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According to TCM five-elements theory, if a patient had a strong pulse in the Foot position of the right wrist, which of the following points would you needle?
A. Tonification of TB-3 B. Sedation of TB-10 C. Sedation of GB-38 D. Tonification of GB-43 |
According to TCM five-elements theory, if a patient had a strong pulse in the Foot position of the right wrist, which of the following points would you needle?
B. Sedation of TB-10 Source: chi = foot = rear = 3rd position; when there is an excess in an organ, sedate the point on its channel associated with its Child Element; five-elements pulse diagnosis uses the pulse positions from the "Classic of Difficulties" - The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, 2005, page 38, 355 |
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What is the main application for the shu-stream points of the yang channels?
A. treat disorders of fu organs B. treat disorders of their respective channel C. treat bone and sinew diseases D. clear heat |
What is the main application for the shu-stream points of the yang channels?
B. treat disorders of their respective channel Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 34 |
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All of the following jing-river points treat cough except
A. BL-60 (kunlun) B. SP-5 (shangqiu) C. LR-4 (zhongfeng) D. LI-5 (yangxi) |
All of the following jing-river points treat cough except
C. LR-4 (zhongfeng) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 35 |
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Examination of the indications of the jing-well points show that many treat stagnation and fullness throughout the
A. chest region B. lower abdominal region C. head D. upper back region |
Examination of the indications of the jing-well points show that many treat stagnation and fullness throughout the
A. chest region Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 32 |
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What do LU-11 (shaoshang), LI-1 (shangyang), ST-45 (lidui), HT-9 (shaochong), SI-1 (shaoze), KI-1 (yongquan), TB-1 (guanchong), and GB-44 (zuqiaoyin) have in common?
A. they all treat the throat B. they all treat the ear C. they all threat the eyes D. they all treat the nose |
What do LU-11 (shaoshang), LI-1 (shangyang), ST-45 (lidui), HT-9 (shaochong), SI-1 (shaoze), KI-1 (yongquan), TB-1 (guanchong), and GB-44 (zuqiaoyin) have in common?
A. they all treat the throat Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 32 |
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According to the TCM theory of the five elements, if a patient has a week pulse in the Guan position of the left wrist, which of the following points would you needle?
A. Tonification of Kidney 1 B. Tonification of Liver 8 C. Tonification of Liver 2 D. Tonification of Liver 1 |
According to the TCM theory of the five elements, if a patient has a week pulse in the Guan position of the left wrist, which of the following points would you needle?
B. Tonification of Liver 8 Source: When there is a deficiency in an organ, tonify the point on its channel associated with its Mother Element - Maciocia, The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, 2005, page 38 |
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Which jing-well points treat vertex headache?
A. SI-1 (shaoze) and BL-67 (zhiyin) B. KI-1 (yongchuan) and BL-67 (zhiyin) C. KI-1 (yongchuan) and GB-44 (zujiaoyin) D. LR-1 (dadun) and KI-1 (yongchuan) |
Which jing-well points treat vertex headache?
B. KI-1 (yongchuan) and BL-67 (zhiyin) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 32 |
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Which point Regulates the lower jiao and facilitates urination and defecation; Regulates menstruation and stops leukorrhea; and Benefits the lumbar region and legs?
A. BL-35 (huiyang) B. BL-27 (xiaochangshu) C. BL-54 (zhibian) D. BL-32 (ciliao) |
Which point Regulates the lower jiao and facilitates urination and defecation; Regulates menstruation and stops leukorrhea; and Benefits the lumbar region and legs?
D. BL-32 (ciliao) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, 2000, Deadman, page 293 |
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Which point Benefits the Bladder, regulates qi transformation and drains damp-heat; Drains dampness and treats leukorrhea; Benefits the uterus and regulates menstruation; Dispels stagnation and benefits the lower jiao; and Fortifies the Kidneys?
A. REN-4 (guanyuan) B. REN-3 (zhongji) C. REN-6 (qihai) D. REN-2 (qugu) |
Which point Benefits the Bladder, regulates qi transformation and drains damp-heat; Drains dampness and treats leukorrhea; Benefits the uterus and regulates menstruation; Dispels stagnation and benefits the lower jiao; and Fortifies the Kidneys?
B. REN-3 (zhongji) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, 2000, Deadman, page 499 |
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Generally, when can cupping be applied to a sports injury?
A. right away B. after one week C. after three days D. after 24 hours |
Generally, when can cupping be applied to a sports injury?
D. after 24 hours Source: Cupping Therapy, 2nd Edition, Chirali, page 211 |
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'A 49 year-old female has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. She is being treated with PC-5 (jian shi) and SP-6 (san yin jiao). She returns in two days. She complains of excess sweating. What would you add to the prescription?
A. KI-7 (fu liu), LI-4 (he gu) B. HT-6 (yin xi), KI-7 (fu liu) C. HT-6 (yin xi), LI-4 (he gu)' D. CV-4 (guan yuan), BL-23 (shen shu) Source: Acupuncture A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 603 |
'A 49 year-old female has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. She is being treated with PC-5 (jian shi) and SP-6 (san yin jiao). She returns in two days. She complains of excess sweating. What would you add to the prescription?
B. HT-6 (yin xi), KI-7 (fu liu) Source: Acupuncture A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 603 |
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Which point Calms the spirit and benefits the voice; and Relaxes the muscles and sinews?
A. HT-6 (yinxi) B. PC-5 (jianshi) C. PC-3 (quze) D. HT-4 (lingdao) |
Which point Calms the spirit and benefits the voice; and Relaxes the muscles and sinews?
D. HT-4 (lingdao) Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, 2000, Deadman, page 215 |
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With bundled sterilized acupuncture needles
A. you can only use one guide tube per point B. you can use the same guide tube on different patients C. you may use the same guide tube on the same patient D. you can use one guide tube per body area |
With bundled sterilized acupuncture needles
C. you may use the same guide tube on the same patient |
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A 27 year-old nursing mother no longer wants to nurse her infant and wants her milk secretion reduced. She is treated with SI-1 (shao ze), CV-17 (tan zhong), and ST-18 (ru gen). After several treatments there is no reduction in breast milk. Which prescription would you now choose?
A. needle SI-1 (shao ze) and moxa CV-17 (tan zhong) B. KI-3 (tai xi), ST-18 (ru gen), SP-6 (san yin jiao) C. reduce SI-1 (shao ze), reduce CV-17 (tan zhong), and reduce ST-18 (ru gen) D. needle and moxa to GB-41 (zu lin qi) and GB-37 (guang ming) |
A 27 year-old nursing mother no longer wants to nurse her infant and wants her milk secretion reduced. She is treated with SI-1 (shao ze), CV-17 (tan zhong), and ST-18 (ru gen). After several treatments there is no reduction in breast milk. Which prescription would you now choose?
D. needle and moxa to GB-41 (zu lin qi) and GB-37 (guang ming) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 485; 2nd Edition, page 500 |
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Deep or posterior insertion of ST-12 (quepen) may puncture the lung and
A. the subclavian vessels B. the carotid artery C. the internal jugular vein D. the external jugular vein |
Deep or posterior insertion of ST-12 (quepen) may puncture the lung and
A. the subclavian vessels Source: A Manual of Acupuncture, Deadman (2000), page 139 |
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If you employ acupuncturists, OSHA requires that you keep confidential hepatitis B vaccination records on all employees for the duration of employment plus
A. 50 years B. 30 years C. 10 years D. 25 years |
If you employ acupuncturists, OSHA requires that you keep confidential hepatitis B vaccination records on all employees for the duration of employment plus
B. 30 years Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 72 |
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A patient has pain and numbness in the arm. Which Chinese scalp acupuncture area would you treat?
A. Upper fifth of sensory area line B. Second and third fifths of sensory area line C. Lower two fifths of sensory area line D. Lower two fifths of motor area line |
A patient has pain and numbness in the arm. Which Chinese scalp acupuncture area would you treat?
B. Second and third fifths of sensory area line Source: this is the upper limb area - Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, 1981, Benksy, page 500 |
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Which point combination best treats persistent asthma?
A. GV-12 (shen zhu), BL-43 (gao huang) B. BL-12 (feng men), BL-13 (fei shu) C. ST-36 (zu san li), SP-6 (san yin jiao) D. CV-6 (qi hai), CV-4 (guan yuan) |
Which point combination best treats persistent asthma?
A. GV-12 (shen zhu), BL-43 (gao huang) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 414; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 416 |
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Which point combination best treats mumps with swelling and pain in the testes?
A. CV-4 (guan yuan), BL-23 (shen shu) B. LR-5 (li gou), BL-23 (shen shu) C. CV-1 (hui yin), GV-20 (bai hui) D. LR-3 (tai chong), LR-8 (qu quan) |
Which point combination best treats mumps with swelling and pain in the testes?
D. LR-3 (tai chong), LR-8 (qu quan) Source: Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion, 3rd Edition, 2010, page 495; 2nd Edition, 1999, page 510 |
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What type of procedure is acupuncture?
A. a clean procedure B. an aseptic procedure C. a sterile procedure D. an antiseptic procedure Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 27 |
What type of procedure is acupuncture?
A. a clean procedure Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 27 |
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All of the following are part of CNT (Clean Needle Technique) except
A. wash hands between patients B. wash hands after any touching of patient C. wash hands before needling D. wash hands after needling |
All of the following are part of CNT (Clean Needle Technique) except
B. wash hands after any touching of patient Source: Clean Needle Technique, 6th Edition, page 28 |
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Which of the following points is located between the two heads of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?
A. ST-9 (ren ying) B. LI-17 (tian ding) C. SI-16 (tian chuang) D. LI-18 (fu tu) |
Which of the following points is located between the two heads of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?
D. LI-18 (fu tu) Source: LI-18 is located between the sternal and clavicular heads of the SCM muscle; LI-17 is located on the posterior border of the SCM; ST-9 is located between the anterior border of the SCM and the lateral border of the thyroid cartilage; SI-16 is on the posterior border of the SCM - Deadman, 2nd Edition, pages 118,137, 244 |
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Which Yang meridian does NOT meet at ST-12 (que pen)?
A. Gall Bladder B. Bladder C. Triple Burner D. Small Intestine |
Which Yang meridian does NOT meet at ST-12 (que pen)?
B. Bladder Source: Deadman, 2nd Edition, page 52 |
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In electroacupuncture, pulses which alternate with quick and slow periods are preferable for treating
A. Pain B. Paralysis and numbness C. Spasm D. Muscle contractions Source: Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 433 |
In electroacupuncture, pulses which alternate with quick and slow periods are preferable for treating
B. Paralysis and numbness Source: Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 433 |
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Which statement is FALSE about electroacupuncture?
A. Regular frequencies are best for treating pain and spasm B. Irregular frequencies drain excess while regular frequencies strengthen deficiency C. In most electroacupuncture machines the potentiometers are nonlinear D. Irregular frequencies are best for treating numbness and paralysis Source: Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 433 |
Which statement is FALSE about electroacupuncture?
B. Irregular frequencies drain excess while regular frequencies strengthen deficiency Source: Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text, Bensky, 1981, page 433 |
