Session 4 Quiz Flashcards
Which Meridian/Channel goes through the shoulder joint?
TH Meridian/Channel
Which point is the Xi-cleft point of the Spleen Channel?
SP-8
Which point is the Xi-cleft point of the Lung Channel?
LU-6
Which point is the Luo-connecting point of the Pericardium Channel?
PC-6
Which of the following statement is TRUE about ST-40?
It is the Luo-connecting point of the Stomach Channel
What is the name of the acupoints that are communicating points between the Eight Extraordinary and Twelve Regular Channels/Meridians?
Confluent Points
Which point is the Confluent point of the Chong Mai?
SP-4
Which point is the Front-Mu Alarm point of the Spleen?
LIV-13
Which point is the Front-Mu Alarm point of the Bladder?
CV-3
Which Pathological factors is most likely to cause urinary tract infections (UTI)?
Damp Heat
KID-3, BL-23, SP-3 and ST-36 points can be used for chronic kidney disease (CKD) due to Kidney Jing Deficiency?
True
A 1-year-old spayed female mixed breed dog was presented with an acute onset of hyperactivity and excessive floor-licking behavior. Her pulse was strong and fast and her tongue was red. What is your TCVM Pattern diagnosis?
Phlegm Fire Flaring Upward
A 15-year-old castrated male Domestic Shorthair cat was presented conscious proprioception deficits of his right rear limb, with heat-seeking and coldness of his back and extremities. His pulse was deep and weak. His tongue was pale purple and wet. What is your TCVM diagnosis?
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Tiger, a 14-year-old male castrated Maine Coon cat was presented with 1-year history of chronic kidney disease. Recently, he has been more lethargic and anorexic and lost 3 pounds of body weight. His pulse was deep and weak. His tongue was pale and wet.
What is the most likely TCVM diagnosis for Tiger?
Kidney Qi and Spleen Qi Deficiency
A 13-year-old castrated male Pekingese dog was presented with 5-year history of noise phobia. The patient panted a lot and was warm to touch. His tongue was red and dry, and his pulse was thin. What is your TCVM Pattern Diagnosis for this patient?
Heart Yin Deficiency
ST-36, CV-14, CV-17 and PC-6 points can be used for the treatment of congestive heart failure (CHF) due to Heart Qi Deficiency?
True
Which of the following Patterns can be seen with heart failure?
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Behavioral problems relate to which Zang organ?
Heart
A patient that has heart yin deficiency can be easily frightened, panting, and increased thirst.
True
In TCVM, what is the function of the Heart?
Governing the circulation of Blood
GV-20, Da-feng-men and Tian-men points can be used for calming Shen?
True
HT-7, PC-6, KID-3 and SP-6 points can be used to treat Heart Yin/Blood Deficiency?
True
An old dog was presented with a chronic history of chasing his tail and dandruff. He had a dry pale tongue and thin pulse. What is the most likely Pattern Diagnosis?
Heart blood deficiency
An old cat was presented with a chronic history of hip osteoarthritis. Her tongue is pale and her pulse is weak, especially on the right. What is your TCVM Pattern Diagnosis?
Kidney Qi Deficiency
Which pattern may be seen with acute onset of high fever, purple tongue, and forceful pulse?
Excess heat pattern
T/F
SP-10 is associated with the Liver?
False
T/F
LIV-14 is not associated with the spleen
True
GV-3, GV-4, Bai-hui, KID-10 are used for hyperadrenocorticism due to Yang Deficiency in an older cat?
True
Which acupuncture points are good for Qi-Blood Stagnation in the chest/Heart?
LI-18, PC-1, PC-6
SP-6, KID-3, BL-18 and LIV-3 can be used to treat yang jaundice.
True
A 10-year-old spayed female mixed breed dog was presented with acute onset of bright yellow mucous membrane of the mouth, eyes and nostrils. What is the most likely Pattern for this dog?
Liver/Gallbladder Damp-Heat
4-year-old spayed female Doberman was presented with acute onset of hepatitis 7 days ago. This dog had a strong Wood personality. She was hyperactive, strong, and aggressive to other dogs. What is your TCVM diagnosis for this dog?
Liver Qi Stagnation
LIV-3, SP-10, GV-14 can be used to treat pemphigus due to Blood Stagnation?
True
A dog presents with immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, with clinical signs of exercise intolerance, anorexia, pale tongue and weak pulse. What is the most likely TCVM Pattern for this dog?
Spleen Qi Deficiency and Blood Deficiency
A 5-year-old dog castrated male German Shepherd Dog was presented with lupus. His nose was red and ulcerative and his body was hot. He had a red tongue and a fast pulse. The most likely TCVM Pattern Diagnosis would be:
Blood heat
LIV-3, LI-4, local points can be used to relieve pain due to Bi Syndrome?
True
Which of the following Channels/Meridians is indicated to treat Wei Syndrome?
Yang Ming: ST/LI
BL-23, KID-3, SP-6, KID-6 are commonly used to treat Yin Deficiency?
True
Which foods can NOT be given to patients with skin problems due to Heat or Yin Deficiency?
Hot foods (deer)
Which of the following points is most commonly used for pruritus?
GB-20
BL-22, BL-23, BL-60, KID-3, GV-14 BEST treats Bladder Damp Heat with Kidney Yin Deficiency in dogs?
True
A dog presents with malodorous skin, flea allergy, and hair loss. His ears and body are warm. He was fed a chicken-based dry dog food. The most likely TCVM Pattern Diagnosis for this dog would be:
Damp heat
An older dog presents with liver carcinoma, weight loss, loss of appetite, and lack of stamina. What is the most likely TCVM Pattern for this dog?
Spleen Qi Deficiency and Liver Blood Stasis
In TCVM, what is the root of cancer?
Qi Deficiency
ST-40 can be used for the treatment of:
Damp and Phlegm
In a patient with cancer, how does the tongue usually appear?
Pale purple tongue with thick white or greasy coating
If GV-14 and LI-4/10/11 are being needled in a dog, what is most likely being treated?
Immune deficiency
A cat diagnosed with feline psychological alopecia has signs of prolonged anger, frustration and boredom. Which TCVM Pattern is likely in this cat?
Liver Qi Stagnation
Dandruff may indicate:
Blood Deficiency and Yin Deficiency
Oozing and smelly ears may indicate gallbladder damp heat
True
LI-10, ST-36, ST-41 can be used for wei syndrome.
True
A wiry pulse indicates:
Qi-Blood Stagnation
A 10-year-old male neutered black Labrador Retriever was presented with a 1-year history of hip dysplasia and associated lameness of both rear limbs. His lameness was worse in the hot weather. His tongue was red and dry, and his pulse was fast and wiry. What is your TCVM Pattern Diagnosis for this Labrador Retriever?
Kidney Yin Deficiency with local Qi-Blood Stagnation at hips
If SP-6, KID-3 and BL-23 are being needled in a dog, what is most likely being treated?
Yin deficiency
If the Metal Element is Deficient, which of the following would be a correct treatment?
Tonify earth
Tendon/ligament are the body parts associated with which organ system?
Liver
The sides of the tongue correspond to what internal organ?
Liver
What is the primary reason for pain in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine?
Stagnation of Qi-Blood
Long-term emotional sadness can lead to disorders of what organ?
Lung
ST-36 is a Jing well point
False
BL-20, BL-21, LIV-13 and CV-12 are diagnostic points for Spleen disorders?
True
What is the Lower He-Sea point of the Small Intestine?
ST-39
What TCVM organ is affected if a horse has nasal discharge/congestion?
Lung
An old cat presented with anemia and exercise intolerance. Her tongue was pale and wet, and her pulse was deep and weak. What is the most likely TCVM Pattern?
Qi/Blood deficiency
A 10-year-old castrated male Chihuahua presented with alopecia and dry hair coat. His tongue was pale and dry and his pulse was thin and weak. What is the most likely TCVM Pattern?
Blood deficiency
A 4-year-old castrated male Terrier presented with pruritis around the eyes and head. He had a Fire personality. Overall, his skin and haircoat looked good. His tongue was red and his pulse was fast. What is your diagnosis?
Wind-heat
A 6-year-old female intact Standard Poodle was presented with infertility. Her limbs and back were cold, her urine was clear, and she urinated large volumes. She also had a pale, purple and swollen tongue. Her pulse was feeble. What is your TCVM pattern diagnosis?
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Phlegm is not associated with Shen Disturbance
False
Which point is helpful for the treatment of obesity or Phlegm?
ST-40
BL-20/21, GV-1, Wei-jian can be used for the treatment of bloody diarrhea due to Spleen (GI) Damp-Heat?
True
A 9-year-old castrated Dachshund was presented with a main complaint of noise phobia and lack of stamina. TCVM examination indicated that his tongue was pale and dry, and his pulse was weak and thin. What is your TCVM diagnosis?
Shen Disturbance due to Heart Blood Deficiency
A 7-year-old spayed female Irish Setter was presented with a main complaint of recent aggression towards other dogs. She was irritable and could not keep still in the exam room. Her tongue was purple, slightly pale and dry, and her pulse was wiry on the right and weaker on the left. Her haircoat was dry. What is your TCVM diagnosis?
Liver Qi Stagnation and Blood Deficiency
Which of the following statements about moxibustion is FALSE?
It can tonify yin
Electro-acupuncture is contraindicated for which of the following conditions?
Weak patients
EA can be used in seizure patients?
FALSE
