DRLUACUREVIEW

A 69 year old female patient came in with diarrhea, abdominal pain, and painful joint. She was treated with moxa with ginger, but she said it's too hot. What is the proper procedure in this case A. Replace ginger and do it again B. Remove moxa with ginger, and wipe with alcohol C. Remove moxa and leave ginger as it is D. Ask her if she can endure it

A

A female patient has headache on the side in the beginning, then radiates to the eyes, forehead, vertex and the back of the neck. Which meridians will be involved? A. Foot Shaoyang, Yangming, Jueyin and Tai yang meridians B. Foot Yangming, Hand Taiyang, Hand Taiyin and Foot Taiyin meridians C. Hand Yangming, Shaoyin, Foot Taiyin and Jueyin meridians D. Hand Jueyin, Foot Taiyang, Hand Yangming and Shaoyin meridians

A

A patient complains of night sweating, lower fever in afternoon. Which treatment is wrong? A. Needle ST36 (Zu San Li) and apply moxibustion B. Needle SP6 (San Yinjiao) following the channel pathway C. Needle deeply on KD3 (Tai Xi) D. Needle Ren4 (Guan Yuan), less rotation

A

A patient has trigeminal neuralgia. Which Chinese scalp acupuncture area would you treat? A. Lower two fifths of sensory area line B. Second and third fifths of sensory area line C. Lower two fifths of motor area line D. Upper fifth of sensory area line

A

A trigeminal neuralgia patient suddenly experiences dizziness, nausea, pallor and a weak pulse after receiving needling at the point LI4 (He Gu). The appropriate initial management should be A. Withdraw the needle and let the patient lay on his/her back B. Puncture the points DU26 (Ren Zhong), PC6 (Nei Guan) and ST36 (Zu San Li) C. Apply acupuncture and moxibustion to the points DU20 (Bai Hui) and REN6 (Qi Hai) D. Apply moxibustion to the points REN8 (Shen Que) and ST36 (Zu San Li)

A

All of the following primary channels have NO meeting points with other channels except the A. Sanjiao channel B. Lung channel C. Heart channel D. Pericardium

A

Cupping is a method of treating disease by A. Causing local congestion B. Dispersing blood C. Dispersing Wind D. Dispersing Qi

A

Derek, a 52 year old male patient, came to the clinic for slurred speech. He has a medical history of mental problem. Which of the following points should be used cautiously? A. GV15 (Ya Men) B. GV20 (Bai Hui) C. GV22 (Xin Hui) D. GV26 (Shui Gou)

A

Ear/Auricular acupuncture is contraindicated in which condition? A. Pregnant women with the history of habitual miscarriage B. Pregnant women who are very weak C. Women with severe qi and blood deficiency after childbirth D. Women after childbirth with history of habitual miscarriage

A

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. Abdominal pain, vomiting, and prolonged dysentery D. Impotence, Kidney Yang Deficient, and premature ejaculation

A

For which of the following conditions would you use bloodletting at a distal point? A. Keratitis B. Vascular tumors C. Hemorrhagic disease D. Hypotension

A

If patient has acute hoarse voice, inability to speak, which pathway has the best effect? A. Foot yangming and Hand Shaoyin collaterals B. Foot Shaoyin and Hand Shaoyin collaterals C. Foot Taiyin and Yangming collaterals D. Foot Taiyin and Shaoyin collaterals

A

Jing-river points treat disorders with voice changes. Which Jing-river points treat sudden loss of voice? A. HT-4 (lingdao), TB-6 (zhigou) B. KI-7 (fuliu), LI-5 (yangxi) C. LU-8 (jingqu), PC-5 (jianshi) D. GB-38 (yangfu), SP-5 (shangqiu)

A

Jing-river points treat disorders with voice changes. Which king-river point treats propensity to anger with incessant talking? A. KI-7 (fuliu) B. PC-5 (jianshi) C. ST-41 (jiexi) D. LI-5 (yangxi)

A

Moxibustion is administered to KD1 to treat which of the following A. Disorders caused by excess in the upper part and deficiency in the lower part of the body B. Disorders caused by deficiency in the upper part and excess in the lower part of the body C. Disorders caused by true cold and false heat D. Disorders caused by true heat and false cold

A

Moxibustion is contraindicated in A. Yin deficiency with yang rising, high fever and convulsion B. Sores and swelling on the skin, eczema of the skin C. Acute gastroenteritis, cramp of the stomach D. Shoulder area of the pregnant woman with history of miscarriage

A

The Bladder divergent channel connects with all of the following organs except the A. Small Intestine B. Bladder C. Kidney D. Heart

A

The Front-mu point of Foot Taiyin meridian is located at A. Below the free end of the 11th rib, on the side of the abdomen B. In the 6th intercostal space, below the nipple C. Below the free end of the 12th rib, on the side of the abdomen D. 4 Cun above the umbilicus, on the front midline

A

The dispersing method of bloodletting is done by inducing superficial bleeding in a wide area of the skin. It is primarily used for A. Skin diseases such as neurodermatitis B. Heat stroke C. Apoplexy D. Gastrointestinal inflammation

A

The needling caution from BL-12 (fengmen) all the way to which bladder point carries the risk of pneumothorax with perpendicular or oblique needling away from the spine? A. BL-21 (weishu) B. BL-22 (sanjiaoshu) C. BL-20 (pi shu) D. BL-23 (shen shu)

A

Three-edged needle/bloodletting technique is contraindicated in A. Early stage of pregnancy B. Rheumatoid arthritis with joints deformity C. Abscess, sores on the skin with pain and swelling D. Aged people with hypertension

A

What is the correct method to needle CV-23 (loan quan)? A. Obliquely 0.5-1.0 Cun B. Perpendicular 0.5-0.8 Cun C. Transverse 0.5-0.8 Cun D. Obliquely 1.0-2.0 Cun

A

What is the needling caution for SI-13 (quyuan)? A. Too medial an insertion or deep medial oblique needling may puncture the lungs B. Too lateral an insertion or deep lateral oblique needling may puncture the lungs C. Avoid injuring the artery D. It is contraindicated in pregnant women

A

What is the needling technique for the point which is located 3 Cun above the level of the umbilicus and 4 Cun lateral to the midline? A. Perpendicular insertion, 0.5-1.0 Cun B. Perpendicular insertion, 0.5-0.8 Cun C. Oblique insertion, 0.3-0.5 Cun D. Oblique insertion, 0.5-0.8 Cun

A

What is the needling technique for the point which is located in the boney cleft on the radial side of the styloid process of ulna? A. Bend an elbow, the palm faces the chest and puncture perpendicularly 0.3-0.5 Cun B. Bend an elbow, the palm face downward and puncture perpendicularly 0.5-0.8 Cun C. Puncture obliquely 0.5-0.8 Cun D. Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 Cun upward

A

What will you observe when Gua Sha is performed correctly? A. Petechiae and ecchymosis will appear B. The skin turns a bright pink C. A few drops of blood will be expressed D. The skin area will feel tingly

A

Where does yin divergent channel converge to? A. Yin divergent channel converges to Yang divergent channel on the head, then converges with Yang primary meridian B. Yin divergent channel converges to Yin primary meridian in the chest/abdomen, then enters its pertaining organ C. Yin divergent channel converges to Yang divergent channel on the neck, then converges to Yang primary channel on the head D. Yin divergent channel converges to Yin primary channel on the head, then converges to the Yang primary meridian

A

Which ear points could treat vomiting? A. Shen Men, Stomach, Spleen, Liver B. Shen Men, Lung, End of Inferior anti helix crus, Stomach C. Shen Men, Brain, End of Inferior anti helix crus, Spleen D. Shen Men, Liver, Stomach, LI

A

Which group of points could treat migraine headache A. GB41 (Zu Lin Qi), SJ5 (Wai Guan) B. SI3 (Hou Xi), UB62 (Sheng Mai) C. LI4 (He Gu), ST44 (Nei Ting) D. PC6 (Nei Guan), SP4 (Gong Sun)

A

Which is the Front Mu point A. On the front midline, 4 Cun above the umbilicus B. Below the tip of the 11th free rib C. On the front midline, level with the 4th intercostal space, midpoint between two nipples D. 2 Cun lateral to the umbilicus

A

Which is the Luo-connecting point of the Hand Shaoyang meridian? A. 2 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, on the dorsal aspect of the arm, between the radius and ulna B. On the line between LI5 (Yang Xi) and LI11 (Qu Chi), 3 Cun above LI5 (Yang Xi) C. 3 Cun above SJ4 (Yang Chi), between the radius and ulna D. On the transverse crease of the wrist, on the dorsal aspect of the arm, in the depression on the ulnar side of the extensor digitorum communis tendon

A

Which is the most suitable technique for cold extremities and profuse sweating? A. Moxa with salt B. Moxa with aconite/monkshood cake C. Moxa with ginger D. Moxa with garlic

A

Which luo-connecting point is indicated for depression, worried oppression, fright palpitations, and plumstone sensation in the throat? A. LR-5 (ligou) B. KI-4 (dazhong) C. PC-6 (neiguan) D. LU-7 (lieque)

A

Which of the following are the manifestations of Foot Jueyin Meridian? A. Dysuria, lower back pain, enuresis, itchy pubic region, hiccup, dry throat and hernia B. Mental disturbance, hypochondriac pain, pain in the lower abdomen, headache, dizzy vision and chest fullness, bitter taste C. Mental disturbance, hernia, itchy pubic region, vertex headache, edema, tinnitus and priapism D. Diminished vision, bitter taste, hypochondriac pain, eczema of scrotum, leucorrhea, depression and deafness

A

Which of the following body areas is the least sensitive to electrical stimulation? A. Points on back B. Points below elbow C. Points below knee D. Points on face

A

Which of the following connecting channels treat arms and cubital joint problems? A. Hand Tai Yang and Hand Shao Yang B. Hand Yang Ming and Hand Shao Yang C. Hand Shao Yang and Hand Tai Yin D. Hand Tai Yang and Hand Shao Yin

A

Which of the following is correct reason for treating back area first when invasion of wind cold occurs? A. All yang channels pass through the back area B. All yin channels pass through the back area C. Pathogenic factor can invade only back area D. None of the above

A

Which of the following point can be used to treat pain and motor impairment of the shoulder A. ST38 (Tiao Kou) B. GB37 (Guang Ming) C. GB43 (Xia Xi) D. ST41 (Jie Xi)

A

Which of the following two channels cross RN12 and RN13 A. ST, SI B. ST, LI C. SP, SI D. SP, LI

A

Which pathways could treat swollen cheek and ear disorders? A. Hand Taiyang and Shaoyang meridians B. Foot Shaoyang and Hand Shaoyang meridians C. Hand Taiyang and Yangming meridians D. Foot Shaoyang and Hand Yangming meridians

A

Which point can be used to treat hemorrhoids and prolapsed rectum? A. Er Bai B. Bi Tong C. Yao Tong Xue D. Luo Zhen

A

Which point cannot have deep insertion? A. 1 Cun above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, in the depression between trapezius B. 0.5 Cun lateral to Du meridian, level with the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra C. In the depression between sternocleidomastoid muscle and trapezius muscle D. 2.5 Cun above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, above the upper border of the external occipital protruberance

A

Which point clears heat from the Pericardium and revives consciousness; Clears heat from the Heart and calms the spirit; Harmonizes the Stomach and clears heat from the middle jiao; and clears the nutritive level and cools blood? A. PC-8 (laogong) B. HT-8 (shaofu) C. HT-9 (shaochong) D. PC-9 (zhongchong)

A

Which point is the meeting point of DU and Yang Linking meridians, and could be used to treat stroke, hoarse voice, nose bleeding, but cannot be needled oblique upward and deeply? A. 0.5 Cun above the posterior hairline, on the back midline, and in the depression below the forest cervical vertebra B. In the depression between the insertion of sternocleidomastoid muscle and trapezius muscle C. 1.3 Cun away from DU17 (Nao Hu), lateral to the external occipital protuberance D. On the back midline, 1 Cun above the posterior hairline, in the depression on the trapezius muscle

A

Which point regulates the Heart and calms the spirit; Descends Lung qi and unbinds the chest? A. REN-15 (jiuwei) B. LU-6 (kongzui) C. LU-12 (shenzhu) D. LU-9 (taiyuan)

A

Which point regulates the lower jiao and facilitates urination and defecation, regulates menstruation and stops leucorrhea, and benefits the lumbar region and legs A. BL-34 (xialiao) B. BL-27 (xiaochangshu) C. BL-54 (zhibian) D. Extra point shiquizhui

A

Which point should be needled obliquely 0.3-0.5 Cun? A. GB12 (Wan Gu) B. SJ21 (Er Men) C. SJ20 (Jiao Sun) D. SJ17 (Yi Feng)

A

Which position should be used when locating the xi-cleft point of the Hand Yangming meridian? A. Flex the elbow, put the arm on the table with the thumb pointed upward B. Palm facing the sky C. Flex the elbow with the palm facing the chest D. Drop the arm down, flex the shoulder at 30 degree with the palm facing forward

A

Which technique is correct when sedating LU7 (Lie Que)? A. Insert the needle from LU7 (Lie Que) toward LU5 (Chi Ze) when inhaling B. Insert the needle from LU7 (Lie Que) toward LU9 (Tai Yuan) when inhaling C. Insert the needle from LU7 (Lie Que) toward LU5 (Chi Ze) when exhaling D. Insert the needle from LU7 (Lie Que) toward LU9 (Tai Yuan) when exhaling

A

12 Divergent channels distribute on which part of the body? A. Four extremities, anterior, posterior and side of the body B. Inside the body, head, chest and the abdomen C. Whole body, internal organs and tissues D. Body surface, muscle and the bones of the four limbs

B

A 52-year-old female patient came to the clinic. Just before the acupuncture treatment, she fell down on the floor. Which of the following is correct treatment method in her case? A. Just wait until she wakes up and treat with acupuncture B. Press PC9 (Zhong Chong), ST36 (Zu San Li), and moxa on DU20 (Bai Hui), REN4 (Guan Yuan) C. Offer her ice water to restore consciousness D. Refer her to the MD

B

A boy was brought to the clinic by his mom. Mom said he might catch cold with diarrhea and spasmodic abdominal pain which radiates to the scrotum area. Which of the following is the best treatment? A. Moxa with aconite/monkshood cake B. Moxa with salt C. Moxa with ginger D. Moxa with garlic

B

A female patient has profuse vaginal discharge, eczema on genital area with redness, swelling and pain. Which of the following pathways are most likely to be chosen? A. Three hand yin sinew channels B. Three foot yin sinew channels C. Three hand yang sinew channels D. Three foot yang sinew channels

B

A point is located on the side of the abdomen, below the free end of the 11th rib, and could be used to treat hypochondriac pain, borborygmus, and diarrhea with undigested food. Which is the correct needling technique? A. Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 Cun, deep insertion is not allowed B. Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.8 Cun C. Oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 Cun D. Oblique insertion 0.3-0.8 Cun, deep insertion inward is not allowed

B

A young woman complains of pain in the lower abdomen and occasional spasms in her leg. In addition, she is lethargic, and has pain in the back and lumbar region, and has inversion of the foot. Which of the following channels should be used in this case? A. Foot tai yang B. Yinqiao C. Yangqiao D. DU

B

Deafness, tinnitus, swollen cheek and edema are the manifestations of which meridian A. Foot Shaoyang meridian B. Hand Shaoyang meridian C. Hand Yangming meridian D. Hand Taiyang meridian

B

Deep insertion at ST-29 (guilai) may A. Injure the femoral nerve B. Penetrate a full bladder C. Injure the femoral artery D. Penetrate the spermatic cord

B

Ear acupuncture is contraindicated in A. Dry and black auricle B. Frostbite or inflammation of the auricle C. Black discoloration on the auricle D. Deaf, tinnitus and diminished hearing

B

For which of the following conditions can the plum blossom needle be used? A. Edementous swellings B. Intercostal neuralgia C. Infectious disease D. Acute abdominal disorders

B

For which of the following points does one need to avoid the dorsal artery of the foot? A. ST-41 (jie xi) B. ST-42 (chong yang) C. SP-4 (gong sun) D. SP-3 (tai bai)

B

How long should Gua Sha be performed? A. When patient reports the movement of qi in the meridians B. When continued strokes do not increase the dots or change their color C. When the patient starts to feel increased warmth in the area D. When there is reduced pain in the problem area

B

If the patient has symptoms of Yang-edema, which group of points could be used? A. LI4, LU7, SJ5, LI11 B. LI4, LU7, LI6, SJ4 C. UB23, KD7, UB39, SP9 D. UB20, ST36, Ren4, Ren9

B

In applying Gua Sha to the sternum, in which direction should it be applied? A. Bottom up to the sternal notch B. Top down to the xyphoid process C. Transverse from left to right going up D. Transverse from right to left going down

B

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

B

Jing-river points are where the A. Qi pours B. Qi flows C. Qi glides D. Qi emanates

B

LU7 (Lie Que) and KD6 (Zhao Hai) could treat disorders of A. Heart, chest and stomach B. Throat, chest and lungs C. Inner canthus, neck and nape, back and shoulder as well D. Outer canthus, posterior aspect of the ear and cheekbone

B

Needling on ST36 (Zu San Li), PC6 (Nei Guan), Si Feng (Extra) is a prescription for which of the following conditions? A. Elderly malnutrition B. Childhood malnutrition C. Inflamatory bowel disease D. Gastritis

B

Needling which point could easily damage the tip of the heart? A. 2 Cun lateral to Ren meridian, level with the 6th intercostal space B. 2 Cun lateral to Ren meridian, level with the 5th intercostal space C. 2 Cun lateral to Ren meridian, level with the 4th intercostal space D. 2 Cun lateral to Ren meridian, level with the 3rd intercostal space

B

The Liver primary channel connects with the Liver and Gall Bladder zangfu as well as the A. Spleen and Kidneys B. Lung and Stomach C. Kidneys and Heart D. Lung and Spleen

B

The asthma ear acupuncture point is located on the A. Cavum Conchae B. Apex of antitragus C. Cymba Conchae D. Lower part Tragus

B

The most widely performed bloodletting technique is A. Clumping B. Spot pricking C. Dispersing D. Pecking

B

The shu-stream points of the yin channels are effective in treating zang disorders because A. That is where qi pours B. They are also yuan-source points C. That is where qi pours D. They are also 5-element points

B

To treat wind-stroke attack on the sang-fu organs in flaccid syndrome with moxibustion, which of the following channels can be used? A. Chong B. Ren C. DU D. Yang linking

B

What are the nature, needling depth, and location of LV-13 (Zhang Men)? A. Front-Mu point of the ST, puncture perpendicularly 0.8-1.5 Cun, and the location is on the midline of the abdomen, 4 Cun above the umbilicus, midway between the umbilicus and sternocostal angle B. Front-Mu point of the SP, puncture perpendicularly 0.5-0.8 Cun, and location is on the lateral side of the abdomen, right below the free end of the eleventh floating rib C. Front-Mu point of the LV, puncture obliquely 0.3-0.5 Cun, and location is directly below the nipple, in the sixth intercostal space D. Luo-connecting point of the LV channel, puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 Cun, and location is 5 Cun above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the medial side of the tibia, near the medial border

B

What is the key differentiation between electro-acupuncture and regular acupuncture? A. Electro-acupuncture provides weaker stimulation than regular acupuncture B. In point selection for electro-acupuncture, only the principle points in a prescription are chosen C. Electro-acupuncture is generally indicated for the different diseases as regular acupuncture D. Electro-acupuncture is recommended to use when only mild needle stimulation is required

B

What is the location of the water point of the foot tai-yang meridian? A. On the lateral side of the dorsum of the foot posterior and inferior to the head of the 5th metatarsal B. In the depression anterior and inferior to the 5th metatarso-phalangeal joint C. In the depression anterior and inferior to the 4th metatarso-phalangeal joint D. In the depression posterior and superior to the 5th metatarso-phalangeal joint

B

What lies below BL-40 (weighing) and should be avoided when needling? A. The posterior cruciate ligament B. The tibial nerve and the popliteal artery and vein C. Saphenous nerve and vein D. Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve and artery

B

When should you test for giving Gua Sha? A. When the skin feels cold to the touch B. When there is pain anywhere C. When the patient asks for it D. When there is a dark spot on the skin

B

Where is the ear stop asthma point located? A. At the base of anti tragic B. At the tip of anti tragic C. Medial to the anti tragic D. Lateral to the antitragic

B

Which is not one of the symptoms that a patient might have when his/her spleen or liver is punctured? A. Vomiting B. Cyanosis C. Abdominal pain/distention D. Rebound pain upon pressure

B

Which is the Jing-river point of Foot Shaoyang? A. Anterior and inferior to the lateral malleolus, in the depression lateral to the extensor digitorum longus B. 4 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus and slight anteriorly, on the anterior border of the fibula, between extensor digitorum longus and brevis muscle C. 7 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus, on the posterior border of the fibula D. 5 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus, on the anterior border of the fibula

B

Which is the Luo-connecting point of Foot Taiyin Meridian? A. On the border of the dark and light skin, posterior and inferior to the small head of the 1st metatarsal bone B. In the depression anterior and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone, on the border of the dark and light skin C. In the depression anterior and inferior to the medial maleolus, midpoint between the tuberosity of the navicular and the tip of the medial malleolus D. 5 Cun above the tip of medial malleolus in a depression close to the medial crest of the tibia

B

Which is the meeting/crossing point of Hand Taiyang, Hand Shaoyang and Foot Shaoyang meridians? A. In the depression between the acromial end of the clavicle and the scapula B. 1.5 Cun lateral to DU meridian, below the spinal process of the 1st thoracic vertebra C. Above SI9 (Jian Zhen), below the scapular spine D. Midway between the DU14 and acromion, on the top of the shoulder

B

Which of the following acupoints can treat loss of voice? A. 0.5 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris B. 1 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris C. 1 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, on the lateral side of the radial artery D. 2 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, between the tendons of palmaris longs and flexor radialis

B

Which of the following acupoints is inserted perpendicularly to a depth of 0.5-0.8 Cun? A. On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression distal to the junction of the first and second metatarsal bones B. Anterior and inferior to the external malleolus, in the depression on the lateral side of the tendon of m. extensor digitorium longus C. 4 Cun above the medial epicondyle of the femur, between m. vast us medial is and m. sartorial D. 3 Cun above the tip of the external malleolus, on the anterior border of fibula

B

Which of the following acupuncture points can be needled with one hand stretching the skin with the thumb and index finger of one hand and using the other hand to insert the needle? A. ST-4 (di cang) B. REN-4 (guan yuan) C. Extra point yin tang D. BL-2 (zan zhu)

B

Which of the following is an ear point prescription for bronchitis? A. Stop Wheezing, Subcortex, Excitation B. Lung, Kidney, Stop Wheezing C. Hormone, Endocrine, Stop Wheezing D. Stop Wheezing, Heart, Ear Apex

B

Which of the following is the contraindication of the Moxibustion? A. Convulsion of the extremities B. High fever with heavy sweating C. Swollen skin D. Vaginal bleeding

B

Which of the following is the indication of the point located in the depression anterior and inferior to the medial malleolus, midway between navicular tuberosity and the medial malleolus? A. Foot Shaoyin deficiency B. Foot Taiyin excess C. Foot Jueyin excess D. Foot Taiyin deficiency

B

Which of the following points can be used for electrical stimulation A. UB14 and REN17 B. GB30 and GB34 on the same side C. DU14 and REN12 D. UB13 and LU1

B

Which of the following points could injure the eyeball by deep insertion? A. UB2 B. ST1 C. GB1 D. Yu Yao

B

Which of the following points have the function of producing leukocytes quickly and treating leucopenia caused by radiation or chemo-therapy? A. UB17, ST43, SP10 B. ST36, LI4, DU14 C. SP6, SP10, LI10 D. REN4, REN6, DU4

B

Which of the following points located 1.5 Cun lateral to the midline, level with the lower border of the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra A. UB10 (Tian Zhu) B. UB11 (Da Zhu) C. UB12 (Feng Men) D. UB13 (Fei Shu)

B

Which of the following points need to puncture carefully not to damage artery? A. Level with the tip of Adam's apple, between the sternal head and clavicular head of SCM muscle B. Level with the tip of Adam's apple where the pulsation of common carotid artery is palpable, on the anterior border of SCM muscle C. Posterior to SCM muscle, on the level of the laryngeal protuberance D. Directly below the posterior border of mastoid process, on the level of the mandibular angle, and on the posterior border of SCM muscle

B

Which of the following points needs to be pinched for needling? A. UB7 (Tong Tian) B. Yin Tang (Extra) C. DU24 (Shen Ting) D. REN10 (Xia Wan)

B

Which of the following symptoms can occur in a patient who develops pneumothorax a few hours after acupuncture needles have been withdrawn, EXCEPT A. Hypotension B. Bleeding C. Cyanosis D. Chest pain

B

Which of the following treatments is best to treat wandering Bi and muscle Bi syndrome? A. Acupuncture, moxibustion, and cupping method B. Reducing method, and use Ashi points C. Use intradermal needle and deep insertion D. Reinforcing method, and use 5-shu points

B

Which point Tonifies and nourishes the Heart, Regulates Heart Qi; Calms the spirit; Unbinds the chest and resolves blood stasis; and Clears Heart fire A. DU12 (shenzhui) B. BL15 (xinshu) C. PC6 (neiguan) D. HT3 (shaohai)

B

Which point clears heat from the ST channel and fu; calms the spirit; and activates the channel and alleviates pain? A. BL-20 (pishu) B. ST-41 (jiexi) C. LI-10 (shousanli) D. REN-12 (zhongwan)

B

Which point could be used to treat vessel disorders? A. In the depression anterior and inferior to the small head of the fibula B. On the radial side of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression lateral to the radial artery C. 1.5 Cun lateral to DU13 (Tao Dao), below the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra D. Level with the 4th intercostal space, midpoint between nipples, on the front middle line

B

Which point could treat edema, dysmenorrhea and spermatorrhea? A. In the depression below the base of the 1st metatarsal bone, on the border of the dark and light skin B. 3 Cun below the SP9 (Yin Lingquan), on the line between SP9 and the tip of the medial malleolus C. 2 Cun above the medial and superior corner of the patella when knee is flexed, on the prominence of the quadriceps femurs muscle D. 1 Cun below KD3 (Tai Xi), in the depression anterior and superior to the tuberosity of the calcareous

B

Which point fortifies the original qi and benefits essence; restores collapse; tonifies and nourishes the Kidneys; warms and fortifies the Spleen; benefits the uterus and assists conception; regulates the lower jiao and benefits the Bladder? A. REN-6 (qihai) B. REN-4 (guanyuan) C. REN-2 (qugu) D. REN-3 (zhongji)

B

Which primary channel connects with the Kidney and Bladder and meets with GB-30 (huantiao) and DU-20 (baihui)? A. Kidney B. Bladder C. Kidney D. Liver

B

A 32 year old male patient came to the clinic. After the acupuncture treatment he had fainting symptoms such as dizziness, a cold sweat, and difficulty breathing. Also he had skin eruptions around the area treated by acupuncture. What is the most likely diagnosis? A. Pneumothorax B. Heart attack C. Anaphylactic shock D. Puncturing liver

C

A female patient came to clinic for depression. She has been on Prozac for a while. She has insomnia, hypochondriac pain, and profuse menstrual bleeding. Which point is best for her? A. The point located on the transverse crease of the wrist, between palmaris longs tendon and flexor carpi radials tendon B. 3 Cun above he tip of the medial malleolus, on the posterior border of the tibia C. In the depression distal to the junction of the 1st and 2nd metatarsal bones D. On the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression radial to the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon

C

A female patient has 9 kids. Now she has obese and loose abdomen, cold feeling below the waist and profuse vaginal discharge. Which channel is most likely involved? A. Ren meridian B. Foot Shaoyin meridian C. Dai meridian D. Foot Taiyin meridian

C

A female patient has been suffering from irregular menstruation for a long time. Which meridian could be used? A. Foot Shaoyin and Jueyin meridians B. Foot Taiyin meridian and Yin Heel/qiao meridian C. Chong and Ren meridians D. Ren and Dai meridians

C

A male patient has painful urination with scanty yellow urine, vexation and chest fullness. What is your diagnosis? A. Heart disorder transferred to the LI collateral B. Spleen disorder transferred to the Stomach collateral C. UB disorder transferred to the Kidney collateral D. GB disorder transferred to the Liver collateral

C

About the pathway of the meridians, which of the following is correct? A. Three hand yin meridians travel from the hands to the chest B. Three foot yin meridians travel from the chest abdomen to the feet C. Three hand yang meridians travel from the hands to the head D. Three foot yang meridians travel from the feet to the head

C

According to proportional measurement, the distance between mastoid process is A. 8 Cun B. 10 Cun C. 9 Cun D. 6 Cun

C

After retain the needles for 10 minutes, patient has shortness of breath, pale complexion, profuse cold sweats and cold limbs, red rashes around the needling area and coma. What is the most likely reason? A. Fainting due to weak constitution B. Fainting due to nervous C. Shock due to allergy D. Syncope

C

All of the following conditions respond well to plum blossom treatment EXCEPT A. Headache B. Menstrual pain C. infectious disease D. Skin disorders

C

An acupoint which located at the crossing point of the vertical line through the free end of the eleventh rib and horizontal line through the umbilicus is a crossing point in which of the following channels? A. Yang qiao and Yang wei B. Tai yang and Yang wei C. Dai and Shao yang D. Tai Yin and Yin Wei

C

Cupping with bloodletting is most suitable for the treatment of A. Acute stomachache, vomiting and diarrhea B. Cough and asthmatic breathing due to wind cold C. Acute lumbar sprain due to blood stasis D. Pain on the lower back and legs due to blood stasis and skin edema

C

For the first Bladder line, the needling caution from BL-12 (fengmen) all the way to which bladder point carries the risk of pneumothorax with perpendicular or oblique needling away from the spine? A. BL-22 (sanjiaoshu) B. BL-20 (pishu) C. BL-21 (weishu) D. BL-23 (shenshu)

C

I applying Gua Sha to the sternum, in which direction should it be applied? A. Bottom up to the sternal notch B. Transverse from left to right going up C. Top down to the xyphoid process D. Transverse from right to left going down

C

If patient feels hot when the moxa with ginger is applied, how to manage? A. Stop the moxibustion, apply ice immediately B. It is the normal reaction, keep applying the moxibustion C. Switch to new moxa cone D. Switch to new ginger slice then keep doing moxibustion

C

If you plan to both needle and cup an area, which would you do to control risk? A. Needle first and cup afterwards B. Cup and needle together C. Cup first and then needle afterwards D. Do not combine cupping and needling

C

In cupping treatment, what is the first step when withdrawing the cup? A. Rotate clockwise and take off by force B. Rotate counterclockwise and take off by force C. Press the skin around the rim of the cup to let air in D. None of the above

C

In ear acupuncture, the stop asthma point is located at the A. Base of anti tragic B. Medial to antitragic C. Tip of anti tragic D. Lateral to antitragic

C

Inserting the needle during inhalation and rotating and withdrawing during exhalation is a A. Moderate technique B. Strengthening technique C. Draining technique D. None of the above

C

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

Patient sprained his ankle three days ago. Now he has severe pain on the ankle joint. Which of the following technique can not be used? A. Needle on the painful area and stimulate the needles B. Cupping with bloodletting on the painful area C. Use intradermal needle on the painful area D. Apply moxibustion on the painful area

C

SI3 (Hou Xi) and Shen Mai (UB62) could be used to treat A. The disorders of the abdomen, chest, lungs, throat and face B. The disorders of the inner aspect of the leg, abdomen, chest, heart and stomach C. The disorders of the posterior aspect of the leg, back, spine, neck, head, eyes and brain D. The disorders of the lateral aspect of the thigh, sides of the body, shoulder and the sides of the neck

C

The Stomach divergent channel connects with all of the following organs except the A. Stomach B. Spleen C. Large intestine D. Heart

C

The lower blood pressure point in the ear is located at the A. Inferior-medial angle of the triangular fossa B. Close to the midpoint of helix C. Superior-lateral angle of the triangular fossa D. At the medial 1/3 of helix

C

The point located on the anterior midline, 1 Cun below the xiphosternal synchondosis is needled _______ A. Subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 Cun B. Perpendicularly 0.3-0.8 Cun C. Obliquely downward 0.4-0.6 Cun D. Obliquely medial 0.3-0.5 Cun

C

The points REN-22 (tian tu), LI-18 (fu tu), LI-4 (he gu) symptomatically treat A. Asthma B. Coughing C. Congested throat D. Lateral neck pain

C

Three-edged needle/bloodletting technique is most suitable for the treatment of A. Conjunctivitis, folliculitis, hemophilia B. Unconsciousness due to stroke, weakness, localized swelling and pain C. High fever, back pain due to blood stasis, sore throat D. Swelling due to abscess, carbuncle on the neck, morning sickness

C

To restore devastated yang, which of the following indirect moxibustion can be used? A. Ginger with moxa on DU 4 (Ming Men) B. Garlic with moxa on Ren 8 (Shen Que) C. Salt with moxa on Ren 8 (Shen Que) D. Fuzi with moxa on DU 4 (Ming Men)

C

What point is located on the lateral aspect of the lower leg - 7 Cun superior to the prominence of the lateral malleolus, at the anterior border of the fibula? A. Luo-connecting point of the bladder meridian B. Luo-connecting point of the gall bladder meridian C. Xi-cleft point of the gall bladder meridian D. Xi-cleft point of the yang linking vessel

C

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

Which channel could be used to treat eye disorder? A. Three hand sinew channels B. Three hand yin sinew channels C. Three foot yang sinew channels D. Three foot yin sinew channels

C

Which ear point is good for pain on the sacrum and the lower back with sciatica? A. Located at the scathe B. Located on the antigragus C. Located at the medial 2/3 of the interior antihelix crus D. Located on the superior antihelix crus

C

Which host-guest combination opens and regulates the water passages when pathogenic wind causes symptoms of upper body edema, no sweating and difficult urination? A. LI-4 (hegu) and LU-7 (lieque) B. LU-7 (lieque) and LI-6 (pianli) C. LU-9 (talyuan) and LI-6 (pianli) D. SP-3 (taibai) and ST-40 (fenglong)

C

Which insertion technique cannot be used when patient has weak constitution? A. Oblique insertion B. Perpendicular insertion C. Deep insertion D. Superficial insertion

C

Which is the Front-Mu point of the Foot Shaoyin meridian? A. Level with the umbilicus, below the tip of the 11th free rib B. Below the nipple, in the 6th intercostal space C. On the side of the lower back, at the tip of the 12th free rib D. On the side of the abdomen, at the tip of the 11th free rib

C

Which is the correct insertion technique on the following point: 5 Cun above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the posterior border of the tibia? A. Oblique insertion, 0.3-0.5 Cun B. Perpendicular insertion, 0.5-0.8 Cun C. Transverse insertion, 0.3-0.5 Cun D. Transverse insertion, 0.5-0.7 Cun

C

Which meridian could treat headache, neck and back pain? A. Foot Yangming meridian B. Foot Shaoyin meridian C. Foot Taiyang meridian D. Hand Shaoyang meridian

C

Which moxa technique treats tuberculosis? A. Moxibustion with ginger B. Moxibustion with monkshood C. Moxibustion with garlic D. Moxibustion with salt

C

Which of following acupoints is most likely to be used to treat left side migraine according to the Left and Right pair? A. Right: LU7 (Lie Que), left: KD6 (Zhao Hai) B. Right: ST3 (Hou Xi), left: UB62 (Shen Mai) C. Right: GB41 (Zu Lin Qi), left: SJ5 (Wai Guan) D. Right: SP4 (Gong Sun), left: PC6 (Nei Guan)

C

Which of the following collateral channels can be used to treat elbow, cubital joint and arm problems? A. Lung, Spleen B. Large Intestine, Heart C. Small Intestine, san Jiao D. Urinary Bladder, Pericardium

C

Which of the following disorders can be treated with Extra Si Feng, ST-36 (Zu San Li), SP-3 (Tai Bai)? A. Infantile Convulsion B. Infantile Diarrhea C. Infantile Malnutrition D. Infantile Paralysis

C

Which of the following explanations is regarding the location of the confluent point of DU channel? A. In the depression directly below the external malleolus B. In the depression below the tip of the medial malleolus C. When a loose fist made, the point is on the ulnar end of the distal palmar crease, proximate to the fifth metacarpophalangeal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin D. Posterior to the fourth metatarsophalangeal joint, in the depression lateral to the tendon of m. extensor digit minimi of the foot

C

Which of the following extra points can be used to treat acute lumbar sprain and puncture obliquely 0.5-1.0 Cun? A. Lan Wei Xue B. Huan Zhong C. Yao Tong Xue D. Zhong Kui

C

Which of the following is correct for treatment of fainting after needling in severe case? A. Needle DU26, PC6, DU25, DU14 and moxa KD3, SP6 B. Needle DU20, DU26, DU25, PC9, REN17 and moxa SP6, HT7 C. Needle DU26, DU25, PC6, PC9, ST36 and moxa DU20, REN6, REN4 D. Needle DU23, Yintang, DU25, HT7, and moxa REN17, REN8

C

Which of the following is correct regarding reinforcing and reducing methods? A. Reinforcing method: insert needle when breath in, close hole when withdraw needle B. Reinforcing method: insert needle when breath out, open hole when withdraw needle C. Reinforcing method: insert needle when breath in, open hole when withdraw needle D. Reinforcing method: insert needle when breath out, close hole when withdraw needle

C

Which of the following points are contraindicated in children? A. DU16, DU15 B. DU20, DU21 C. DU22, DU23 D. SJ16, SI17

C

Which of the following points can be used to treat chronic bronchitis rather than acute bronchitis and asthma? A. On the cubital crease, on the radial side of the tendon of biceps brachia B. 3 Cun lateral to the midline, level with the lower border of the spinous process of the third thoracic vertebra C. At the radial end of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery D. In the depression on the lower border of the clavicle, 2 Cun lateral to the midline

C

Which of the following points is contraindicated for a pregnant woman with edema in the second trimester? A. SP-9 (yin ling quan) B. KI-3 (tai xi) C. BL-28 (pang guang shu) D. KI-7 (fu liu)

C

Which point could be used to treat distention in the chest and diaphragm, inability to talk? A. Ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression on the radial side of the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon B. 8 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus, 1 finger breadth lateral to ST38 C. 1 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression on the radial side of the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon D. Ulnar side of the hand, on the border of dark and light skin, at the end of the crease proximal to the 5th metacarpal phalangeal joint

C

Which point could treat jaundice? A. 3 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression between the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon and palmaris longis tendon B. In the depression between the medial malleolus and the Achilles tendon C. On the dorsal aspect of the hand, in the depression between the base of the 5th metacarpal bone and the triquetral bone D. On the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression between the styloid process of the ulna and the triquetral bone

C

Which point is contraindicated during pregnancy? A. In the depression below the lateral malleolus B. 2 Cun above the medial and superior border of the patella when knee is flexed, on the prominence of the vastus medialis muscle C. In the depression between the lateral malleolus and Achilles tendon D. In the depression anterior and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone, on the border of the dark and light skin

C

Which point is mainly used to Expel wind-damp and alleviate pain and Benefit the shoulder? A. LI-11 (quichi) B. GB-34 (yanglingquan) C. ST-38 (tiaokou) D. SI-3 (houxi)

C

Which point tonifies the Spleen and resolves dampness and damp-heat; harmonizes the Spleen and Stomach; and regulates Qi? A. SP2 (dadu) B. ST25 (tianshu) C. SP3 (taibai) D. LR13 (zhangmen)

C

Which points are good for the qi sinking pattern? A. ST36 (Zu Sanli), UB21 (PI Shu), REN6 (Qi Hai), REN12 (Zhong Wan) B. REN17 (DAN Zhong), REN6 (Qi Hai), DU4 (Ming Men), DU20 (Bai Hui) C. REN4 (Guan Yuan), DU20 (Bai Hui), UB20 (Pi Shu), ST36 (Zu Sanli) D. SJ4 (Yang Chi), SP6 (San Yinjiao), DU20 (Bai Hui), UB17 (Ge Shu)

C

Which points could treat Shaoyang disorder? A. DU13 (Tao Dao), PC5 (Jian Shi) B. SI3 (Hou Xi), UB62 (Sheng Mai) C. SJ5 (Wai Guan, GB41 (Zu Lin Qi) D. SJ6 (Zhi Gou), SJ4 (Yang Chi)

C

Which statement is true? A. LI-4 (hegu) affects the upper teeth and ST-44 (nesting) affects the lower teeth B. Only the left LI-4 (hegu) affects the upper teeth and only the left ST-44 (nesting) affects the lower teeth C. LI-4 (hegu) affects the lower teeth and ST-44 (nesting) affects the upper teeth D. Only the right LI-4 (hegu) affects the upper teeth and ply the right ST-44 (nesting) affects the lower teeth

C

Which type of moxibustion is the best for abdominal pain, diarrhea and arthritis? A. Moxa with garlic B. Moxa with salt C. Moxa with ginger D. Moxa with aconite cake

C

what is the main concern in using intradermal needles? A. Can be absorbed by the skin B. Require frequent visits C. Infection D. Can easily be lost

C

Which point is used to treat acute shoulder joint pain? A. In the depression anterior and inferior to the small head of the fibula B. In the depression between the lateral ankle and Achilles tendon C. 2 Cun below ST37 (Shang Juxu), midpoint between ST35 (Du Bi) and ST41 (Jie Xi) D. 7 Cun above the lateral ankle, on the posterior border of the fibula

C (ST38)

A male patient said he had upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and you will choose which of the following points to treat? A. 7 Cun above umbilicus, below the xyphoid process B. On the front midline, level with the 4th intercostal space, midway between nipples C. In the center of the suprasternal fossa D. 4 Cun above the umbilicus, on the front midline

D

About 6 confluence, which of the following statements is correct? A. They are 6 lower-sea points of the yang meridians on the lower legs B. Exterior-interior relationship among 12 sinew channels C. Exterior-interior relationship among yin and yang internal organs D. Exterior interior relationship among 12 divergent meridians

D

Cupping is contraindicated under which situation? A. Weak limbs, cold body B. Lower back pain due to the blood stasis in pregnant women who have a history of habitual miscarriage C. Severe itchy skin D. High fever and convulsion due to infection

D

Cutaneous/dermal needle is most suitable for the treatment of A. Sore throat, shortness of breath, frequent urination, pain in the supraclavicular fossa, cough and asthmatic breathing B. Cough and asthmatic breathing C. Painful lower legs, edema D. Digestive disorders

D

Some points are located close to the vital organs or large blood vessels. These points should be punctured obliquely or horizontally to avoid accidental puncture. Which statement is correct about these points? A. ST1 (Cheng Qi) is located above the eyeball B. REN17 (Shan Zhong) is near uterus C. SP11 (Ji Men) is near the aorta D. REN15 (Jiu Wei) is below the xiphoid process

D

The elevating blood pressure ear point is located A. On the lateral and inferior aspect of the inter tragic notch B. On the lateral and anterior side of inter tragic notch C. At the base of the cavum conchae in the inter tragic notch D. On the inferior aspect of the inter tragic notch

D

The muscle channel of Foot-Yangming arises from? A. The first, second and third toe B. The middle toe C. The fourth and fifth toe D. The second, third and fourth toe

D

The point is located on the dorsum of the hand, between the 2nd and 3rd, 4th and 5th metacarpal bones, in the depression half the way between the transverse wrist crease and the metacarpal phalangeal joint. They could treat acute lumbar sprain combined with UB40 (Wei Zhong) and SI 3 (Hou Xi). How to needle this point? A. Perpendicular insertion, 0.5-0.8 Cun B. Oblique insertion towards metacarpal phalangeal joint, 0.3-0.5 Cun C. Perpendicular insertion, 0.3-0.5 Cun D. Oblique insertion towards the center of the palm, 0.5-1.0 Cun

D

The proportional distance between gluteal crease and center of the knee is A. 16 Cun B. 19 Cun C. 12 Cun D. 14 Cun

D

Three-edged needle (bloodletting) could be used on which point? A. Zhou Jian B. Zhong Kui C. REN8 (Shen Que) D. PC3 (Qu Ze)

D

What are the crossing channels of the point which is located directly below the tip of the 11th rib and level with the umbilicus? A. Foot Jueyin and Shaoyang meridians B. Foot Taiyin and Yin linking/wei meridians C. Foot Jueyin and Yin Heel/qiao meridians D. Dai meridian and Foot Shaoyang meridian

D

What is the Xi-cleft point for Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking)? A. KI-8 (jiao xin) B. KI-5 (shui quan) C. SP-4 (gong sun) D. KI-9 (zhu bin)

D

What is the location of jing-river point of the hand Shaoyin meridian? A. When the palm faces upward the point is on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris 1 Cun superior to the transverse crease of the wrist B. On the ulnar side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris 1.5 Cun superior to the transverse crease of the wrist when the palm faces upward C. When the elbow is flexed the point is at the medial end of the transverse cubital crease in the depression anterior to the medial epicondyle of the humerus D. On the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris 1.5 Cun superior to the transverse crease of the wrist when the palm faces upward

D

What is the needling caution for SI-8 (xiaohai)? A. Avoid the ulnar artery B. Movement of the patient's arm or hand after needling this point can result in a bent needle C. The needle should be inserted slowly without lifting thrusting or rotating D. The ulnar nerve lies deep to this point

D

Where is the leg motor and sensor area of scalp acupuncture? A. Horizontal line 1.5 cm above and centered on the ear apex, 4 cm in length B. 1 cm parallel with midline of the head, 2cm posterior to upper point of sensor area, 3 cm long line move backward C. 3 cm lateral to external occipital protuberance, parallel to midline of head, 4 cm long line extending downward D. Parallel with midline of head, 1 cm beside midpoint, about 3 cm long

D

Which Window of Sky point has an effect on the eyes, ears, and nose? A. CV22 (tian tu) B. LU3 (tian fu) C. SI17 (tian rong) D. SJ16 (tian you)

D

Which group of points could treat stomachache, angina pectoris and chest pain? A. SJ5 (Wai Guan), GB41 (Zu Linqi) B. LU7 (Lie Que), KD6 (Zhao Hai) C. SI3 (Hou Xi), UB62 (Shen Mai) D. PC6 (Nei Guan), SP4 (Gong Sun)

D

Which is the indication of the point located on the lateral side of sartorius muscle at the junction of a vertical line drawn downward from the anterior-superior iliac spine, and a horizontal line drawn level with the lower border of the symphysis pubis, and could be needled perpendicularly 1-1.5 Cun? A. Swelling and pain on the external genital area B. Dysmenorrhea and irregular menstruation C. Lower back pain D. Pain on the lower legs

D

Which of the following channels can be used to treat abdominal pain, irregular menstruation and asthma? A. Yang Qiao channel B. DU channel C. Ren channel D. Chong channel

D

Which of the following correctly describes the location of SP-4 (Gong Sun)? A. Below the tuberosity of the fifth metatarsal bone, at the junction of the red and white skin B. Posterior to the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin C. Proximal and inferior to the 1st metatarophalangeal joint, in the depression of the junction of the red and white skin D. In the depression distal and inferior to the base of the first metatarsal bone, at the junction of the red and white skin

D

Which of the following is correct needling method for LV5 (Li Gou) A. Puncture perpendicularly 0.5-0.7 Cun B. Puncture perpendicularly 0.3-0.5 Cun C. Puncture subcutaneously 0.5-0.8 Cun D. Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 Cun

D

Which of the following meridians connects pre and post heaven organs? A. Dai meridian B. Du meridian C. Ren meridian D. Chong meridian

D

Which of the following pathways cross with Yin Linking/Wei meridian? A. Foot Jueyin, Taiyin meridians and Yin Heel/Qiao meridian B. Foot Shaoyin meridian, Chong and Ren meridians C. Hand Shaoyin, Taiyin and Jueyin meridians D. Foot Jueyin, Shaoyin and Taiyin meridians

D

Which of the following points is not recommended to use deep insertion method? A. In the depression between the upper portion of the SCM and the trapezius muscle just inferior to the occiput B. 1 Cun directly above the posterior hairline, directly below the external occipital protuberance C. 1.3 Cun lateral to the DU channel, in the depression on the lateral side of the trapezius muscle D. 1.3 Cun lateral to the DU channel, at the superior border of the external occipital protuberance

D

Which of the following statements about needling is correct? A. Select many points when treating obesity patients, but retain needles for shorter time B. Select a small number of points when treating children, but retain the needles longer C. No more than 15 needles at once generally D. No more than 4 needles in a single meridian at the same time

D

Which of the following statements is FALSE about the Yang channel's Yuan-source points? A. They lie between the Shu-stream and Jing-river points B. They have a negligible tonifying and regulating effect on their respective fu C. Their principle action is to expel pathogenic factors or treat meridian pathway disorders D. They all are the 4th point from the distal end of the channel

D

Which of the following statements regarding Four Sea Points is NOT CORRECT? A. Excess symptom of the Sea of Qi (ST9, REN17, DU11 and DU14) is "fullness of the chest" B. Excess symptom of the Sea of Blood (UB11, ST37, ST39) is "feeling of body getting large, feeling unwell without being able to pinpoint the trouble" C. Excess symptom of the Sea of Water & Grain (ST30, ST36) is "hungry with no desire to eat" D. Excess symptom of the Sea of Marrow (DU20, DU16) is "Full of vigor, great physical strength"

D

Which pathways connect with the eyes? A. Ren, Du and Chong meridians B. Yin Linking/Wei, Yin Heel/qiao, Yang Heel/qiao meridians C. Yang linking/wei, Du and Dai meridians D. Yin Heel/qiao, Yang Heel/qiao and Ren meridians

D

Which point clears heat and benefits the head; Benefits the chest and lateral costal region; and calms the spirit? A. LR-6 (zhongdu) B. LR-8 (ququan) C. GB-41 (zulinqi) D. GB-44 (zuqiaoyin)

D

Which point clears heat and treats malaria and regulates the Governing vessel? A. SI-12 (bingfeng) B. DU-14 (dazhui) C. GB-21 (jianjing) D. DU-13 (taodao)

D

Which point could release the exterior, clear heat, calm the spirit and tonify yang? A. Ren4 (Guan Yuan) B. UB11 (Da Zhu) C. LI11 (Qu Chi) D. DU14 (Da Zhui)

D

Which point is good for dizzy, coughing, asthmatic breathing, profuse phlegm, chest pain and fullness? A. 3 Cun below the ST35 (Du Bi), 1 finger breadth lateral to the crest of the tibia, in the anterior tibialis muscle B. 2 Cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression between the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon and palmaris longs tendon C. on the front midline, level with the 4th intercostal space, midpoint between nipples D. 8 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus, 1 finger breadth lateral to ST38 (Tiao Kou)

D

Which points are the meeting points of the Foot Taiyin meridian? A. Ren3, ST25, Ren4 B. Ren5, GB25, LR13 C. Ren14, Ren17, Ren12 D. GB24, LU1, LR14

D

Which position should be used when needling GB30 (Huan Tiao)? A. Supine position, bend the knee of the needling side B. Prone position, bend the knee of the needling side C. Recumbent position, stretch the knee of the needling side and place on the other knee, which is bent D. Recumbent position, bend the knee of the needling side and place on the other knee, which is stretched

D

Which statement is correct on the needling depth? A. It depends on the size of the needle and the size of the patient B. It depends on the size of the needle and the characteristic of the disorders C. It depends on the severity and the characteristics of the disorders D. It depends on the characteristics of the disorders and the size of the patient

D

Which techniques are good for wandering Bi and Heat Bi? A. Use A-shi points, less needles, ore moxibustion, deep insertion, retain the needles for a long time; Add intradermal needle B. Use distal points, needle with draining technique; Needle with even technique, and add electro-stimulation C. Use local points, and distal points as well, needle with even technique and electro-stimulation D. Use A-shi and local points, Needle with draining technique, tapping with cutaneous needle

D

Which type of moxibustion is good for abdominal pain, diarrhea and hernia pain? A. Moxa with garlic B. Moxa with ginger C. Moxa with aconite/monkshood cake D. Moxa with salt

D

Why could the points on the back be used to treat the exterior disorders? A. Because Du meridian travels on the back, it can release exterior and unblock yang B. Because all the yang meridians travel on the back, they can release exterior and clear heat C. Because the qi of internal organs connects to the Back-shu points, the Back-shu points could adjust the qi of the internal organs and expel the evils D. Because Taiyang meridian travels on the back, it governs the exterior of the body

D

where is the location of the group luo points (meeting point) of the 3 foot yang channels? A. Directly below the belly of the gastrocnemus muscle B. In the depression between the lateral malleolus and the tendon calcaneus C. 7 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus, on the anterior border of the fibula D. 7 Cun above the tip of the lateral malleolus, on the posterior border of the fibula

D