NMT 150: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Point Actions

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What is the primary function of the 'Releases the Exterior' point action in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

  • To force out external pathogens from the layer between skin and muscle (correct)
  • To convert phlegm into a less viscous substance
  • To calm the mind and treat emotional concerns
  • To remove obstructions from the body

What is the 'wind gate' used for in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

  • To calm the mind and treat emotional concerns
  • To remove obstructions from the body
  • To convert phlegm into a less viscous substance
  • To open gates to allow wind to escape (correct)

What is the primary function of the 'Calm the Mind' point action in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

  • To slow or quicken an overactive or slower mind (correct)
  • To work on the root cause of emotional concerns
  • To convert phlegm into a less viscous substance
  • To force out external pathogens from the layer between skin and muscle

What is the limitation of the 'Resolves Phlegm' point action in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

<p>It does not affect the cause of phlegm/damp accumulation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach when using the 'Calm the Mind' point action in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

<p>Use it with other actions that manage the root cause (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the 'Releases the Exterior' point action most effective in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

<p>When used with first symptoms of external pathogens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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