62 Questions
What is the function of the Pericardium in relation to the Heart?
It protects the Heart from external pathogens.
What is the emotion associated with the Fire element?
Joy
What is the Pericardium channel connected to?
The Liver and Gall Bladder
What is the symptom of Pericardium Heat?
Fever at night
What is the function of the Triple Warmer?
To mobilize Original Qi
What is the cause of Pericardium Blood deficiency?
Emotional strain
What is the characteristic of the Pericardium pulse?
Thready and rapid
What is the symptom of Phlegm-Fire harassing the Pericardium?
All of the above
What is the Pericardium Blood deficiency tongue presentation?
Pale and thin
What is the function of the Pericardium in relation to the Mind?
To stimulate the Mind
What is the characteristic of a tongue that is swollen and flabby?
Significant heat or Yin deficiency
What is the function of the liver in relation to blood?
Stores and regulates blood volume
What is the result of Liver Qi stagnation in the middle burner?
Blocked movement of Qi
What is the manifestation of the liver in the body?
Nails
What is the function of the Gallbladder in relation to digestion?
Aids in the excretion of bile
What is the result of Liver Blood deficiency in relation to the eyes?
Blurred vision and myopia
What is the function of the Liver in relation to the emotions?
Houses the Ethereal Soul
What is the characteristic of a tongue that is peeled and coating-less?
Yin deficiency
What is the function of the Gallbladder in relation to decision-making?
Works with Liver's control of planning
What is the result of Liver Qi stagnation in the sinews?
All of the above
What is the purpose of locating the styloid process of the radius using the opposite hand?
To mark the spot for the middle finger
What is the correct order of palpating the pulses?
Superficial, middle, deep
What is the characteristic of a wiry pulse?
It has a distinct edge when rolling over it
What is the probable diagnosis for a pulse that is scatterred and uneven?
Qi exhaustion
What is the treatment principle for Lung Qi deficiency?
Tonify Qi and tonify Lung
What is the characteristic of a typanic pulse?
It is large, hollow, and taut
What is the probable diagnosis for a pulse that is hurried and abrupt?
Excess Heat syndrome
What is the correct way to palpate the cun pulse?
At all three levels
What is the characteristic of a confined pulse?
It is long and taut
What is the purpose of comparing the pulses of both hands?
To observe for pulses that stand out as being different
What is the primary goal of Tx in the context of point actions?
To treat the branch symptoms over the root diagnosis
What does the point action 'Tonifies' mean?
To increase or build Qi
Which point action is mainly used for heat-related conditions?
Clears
What is the purpose of the point action 'Opens'?
To increase movement in an area
Which point action is used to treat external pathogens such as wind, heat, cold, dampness, and dryness?
Releases the exterior
What is the purpose of the point action 'Expels wind'?
To open the gates and allow wind to escape
Which point action is used to treat emotional concerns such as depression, anxiety, and stress?
Calms the mind
What is the purpose of the point action 'Removes obstruction'?
To treat obstructions of any time
What is the classification of the point 'Lung 10'?
Benefits point
What is the purpose of the 'Back Shu' points?
To treat physical concerns and less emotional/spiritual
Which organ is responsible for governing birth, growth, reproduction, and development?
Kidney
Which organ system is responsible for controlling the transformation and transportation of body fluids?
Kidney and Urinary Bladder
What is the mental aspect associated with the Urinary Bladder?
Jealousy
Which organ system is responsible for mobilizing Original Qi and controlling transportation and penetration of Qi?
Triple Warmer
Which organ is responsible for governing the transformation and transportation of Qi and blood?
Spleen
What is the manifestation of the Liver in the body?
Nails
Which type of pain indicates that tonification is required?
dull or empty
What is the point action that matches the treatment principle of Lung Yin deficiency?
tonifies Lung, nourishes Yin, nourishes Lung Yin
Which point is a major class of points used for deficiency patterns?
Source point
What is the point action that matches the symptom of insomnia?
calms the mind, roots the ethereal soul
Which point is used to clear Heart Fire?
Heart 8 - Spring point
What is the goal of a balanced treatment in point selection?
to consider points from all over the body
What is the main purpose of dissipating masses?
To reduce the size and impact of the mass on meridian flow
How many connecting points are there throughout the body?
15 connecting points
What is the main difference between the main meridian and the connecting channels?
The main meridian is deeper in the body, while the connecting channels are more superficial
What is the benefit of using a connecting point with a Source point?
It increases the effect of the Source point
What is the main use of Back Shu points?
To treat chronic conditions
Where are the Back Shu points located?
On the back of the body, 3 cun lateral to the midline
What is the main difference between Front Mu and Back Shu points?
Front Mu points are located on the anterior torso, while Back Shu points are located on the back
When can both Back Shu and Front Mu points be used together?
When the patient is in a position that allows access to both points
What can tenderness in the area of a point indicate?
That the patient is experiencing a sharp or excess type pain
What is the benefit of using Front Mu points?
They are beneficial for treating intrinsic disorders of the organ
Test your knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with this quiz on the heart and small intestine differential diagnoses. Learn about the symptoms and causes of heart Qi deficiency, including palpitations, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Improve your understanding of TCM diagnosis and treatment.
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