NMT 150: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) - Pericardium and Triple Warmer Functions
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What is the primary function of the Pericardium in protecting the Heart?

  • To store the Heart and connect with other organ systems
  • To manage emotions and stimulate the mind
  • To move Blood and clear heat from it
  • To act as a covering to protect the Heart from external pathogens (correct)

    • What is the relationship between the Pericardium and the Heart?

  • The Pericardium is an extension of the Heart and not a standalone organ (correct)
  • The Pericardium is an extension of the Liver
  • The Pericardium is connected to the Spleen
  • The Pericardium is a standalone organ

    • Which of the following points can be used to stimulate the mind and manage emotions?

  • PC12
  • PC3
  • PC6 (correct)
  • PC9

    • What is the function of the Xin Bao Luo?

    <p>To connect and allow other organ systems to contribute to the function of the Heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the Pericardium channel run internally?

    <p>To the centre of the thorax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Pericardium in relation to the Shen?

    <p>To assist the Heart in housing the Shen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Pericardium channel connected to, and what is the nature of their connection?

    <p>Liver, since both are Terminal Yin channels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Triple Warmer in terms of Qi and fluids?

    <p>Controls the Transportation and Penetration of Qi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Uterus and the Pericardium channel?

    <p>The Uterus is connected to the Pericardium channel through the Uterus Vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Triple Warmer in terms of Original Qi?

    <p>Mobilizes Original Qi to aid in Qi production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of the Triple Warmer being unable to perform its functions?

    <p>The organs may not be able to function properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the Triple Warmer's mobilization of Original Qi?

    <p>It works quickly and efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pericardium Functions

    • Protects the Heart from external pathogens and acts as a covering
    • Governs Blood, helping to offload some tasks from the Heart, and can move Blood and clear heat from it
    • Houses the Shen, mainly a Heart function, but assisted by the Pericardium
    • Influences the centre of the thorax, affecting the Gathering Qi (Zong Qi) along with the Heart and Lungs
    • Connected to the Liver, and points on the Pericardium channel can stimulate the mind and manage emotions
    • Begins 5 cun lateral to the midline and runs internally to the centre of the chest

    Pericardium Characteristics

    • Considered the 6th Yin organ, but some believe it is an extension of the Heart and not a standalone organ
    • Xin Zhu: “Master of the Heart” allows the heart to function
    • Xin Bao: “Envelope of the Heart” stores the heart
    • Xin Bao Luo: “Connecting Channel of the Envelope of the Heart” connects and allows other organ systems to contribute to the function of the heart

    Pericardium Connections

    • Connected to the Uterus via the Uterus Vessel (Bao Mai), and both are Terminal Yin (Jue Yin) channels
    • Issues relating to menstrual function and emotions can be treated using Pericardium channel points

    Triple Warmer Functions

    • Mobilizes Original Qi (Yuan Qi), which is the yang component of Essence
    • Controls Transportation and Penetration of Qi, governing the movement of Qi to carry out its various functions
    • Controls Water Passages and excretion of fluids, facilitating the production of True Qi (Zhen Qi) from Gathering Qi (Zong Qi) in the chest
    • Aids in the production of Blood in the Heart from Food Qi (Gu Qi)

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    Test your understanding of the TCM Pericardium and Triple Warmer functions, including organ protection, blood governance, and influence on the thorax center. Learn about the Pericardium's role in protecting the Heart and its relation to the Shen Channel. Take this quiz to assess your knowledge of TCM therapeutics.

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