quiz 1 Flashcards
Which of the following is not an effect of traction/distraction?
Question 1 Answer
a.
reduces muscle spasms
b.
Improves fluid exchange in ligaments
c.
modifies afferent nerve impulses
d.
reduces compressive effects
b.
Improves fluid exchange in ligaments
Which soft tissue technique is best achieved without a lubricant?
Question 2 Answer
a.
tapotement
b.
petrissage
c.
friction
d.
roulomount
c.
friction
Which TMJ mobilization does not include a grade 1 traction?
Question 3 Answer
a.
distraction
b.
anterior glide
c.
posterior glide
d.
lateral glide
a.
distraction
Which herb was once thought to act as an endocrine modulator for balancing estrogens and progesterone but research now suggests is not converted to an active form in humans:
Question 4 Answer
a.
Dioscorea villosa (Wild yam)
b.
Mitchella repens (Mitchella)
c.
Iris versicolor (Blue flag)
d.
Galega officinalis (Goat’s rue)
a.
Dioscorea villosa (Wild yam)
Also named wu wei zhi because it is said to contain all five flavors, which of the following acts as a hepatic, hepatoprotective, and toning astringent to the GI:
Question 5 Answer
a.
Rehmannia glutinosa (Rehmannia)
b.
Corydalis yanhusuo (Corydalis)
c.
Schisandra sinensis (Schisandra)
d.
Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)
c.
Schisandra sinensis (Schisandra)
Which of the following nutrients are often recommended to enhance insulin sensitivity in PCOS?
Question 6 Answer
a.
omega 3 fatty acids
b.
Vitamin B3
c.
Vitamin B12
d.
Coenzyme Q10
d.
Coenzyme Q10
Which statement is Correct?
Question 7 Answer
a.
Sepsis is a state of catabolism that causes net loss of proteins
b.
Negative nitrogen balance happens in long term illnesses
c.
Lysine is a non essential amino acid
d.
Milk is an incomplete protein
b.
Negative nitrogen balance happens in long term illnesses
Common psychological symptoms of PMS include all of the following, except:
Question 8 Answer
a.
angry outbursts
b.
depression
c.
forgetfulness
d.
confusion
c.
forgetfulness
Patients with acne are at increased risk for anxiety and depression compared to the normal population, irrespective of gender.
Question 9 Answer
a.
This statement is true
b.
This statement is false
c.
Genetic females with acne are at the greatest risk for anxiety and depression
a.
This statement is true
Which stage is the sedative stage of the cold wet sheet wrap?
Question 10 Answer
a.
First stage
b.
Second stage
c.
Fifth stage
d.
Third stage
e.
Fourth stage
b.
Second stage
Which of the following is a method through which exercise has a positive impact on type II diabetes?
Question 11 Answer
a.
increases levels of insulin
b.
increases glucose disposal
c.
reduces glucose disposal
d.
reduces levels of insulin
b.
increases glucose disposal
What is an acute effect of sauna use?
Question 12 Answer
a.
Reduced oxygen consumption
b.
Reduced muscle tone
c.
Reduced heart rate
d.
Reduced respiration rate
b.
Reduced muscle tone
Which of the following progestins has antiandrogenic activity?
Question 13 Answer
a.
Norgestimate
b.
Desogestrel
c.
Norethindrone
d.
Drospirenone
d.
Drospirenone
The use of GnRH agonists to treat heavy menstrual bleeding for longer than 6 months can lead to which of the following adverse effects?
Question 14 Answer
a.
Gastroparesis
b.
Reduced bone mineral density
c.
Reduced thyroid function
d.
Migraines
b.
Reduced bone mineral density
The practitioner stabilizes the ulna and mobilizes the radial head anteriorly. This briefly describes:
Question 15 Answer
a.
anterior glide of the distal radius
b.
anterior glide of the proximal radius
c.
posterior glide of the distal ulna
d.
posterior glide of the proximal ulna
b.
anterior glide of the proximal radius
Which one of the following is most likely indicated when a wiry pulse is palpated in a patient?
Question 16 Answer
a.
Cold pathogen
b.
Liver pathology
c.
Spleen pathology
d.
Heat pathogen
b.
Liver pathology
Which one of the following organ functions is most likely affected when palpating an empty pulse in the right cun position?
Question 17 Answer
a.
Smooth circulation of Qi
b.
Descending and dispersing
c.
Transformation and transportation
d.
Controlling the Shen (mind)
b.
Descending and dispersing
Which of the following is correct regarding acupuncture point combining?
Question 18 Answer
a.
Leg distal points are specifically from the hip down to the toes.
b.
Front points are generally used for treating acute conditions.
c.
Back points are generally used for treating acute conditions.
d.
Arm distal points are specifically from the shoulder down to fingers.
b.
Front points are generally used for treating acute conditions.
–> yang is front and yin is back
ymptoms of heaviness of the body, sticky stools, sticky tongue coating, and a slippery pulse are most likely manifestations of which one of the following root causes?
Question 19 Answer
a.
Spleen deficiency
b.
Lung deficiency
c.
Heart excess
d.
Liver stagnation
a.
Spleen deficiency
The stress response (fight or flight) can induce insulin resistance by repeatedly releasing energy stores into the blood.
Question 20 Answer
True
False
True
