Systematized Health Care Practices

Question 1

In Taoist philosophy, which comprises the union of opposites?

Select one:

a. Qi and chi
b. Yin and Yang
c. Normal and abnormal
d. Energy and Spirituality

Answer 1

b. Yin and Yang

Question 2

What is the diagnosis for a low-grade fever, no sweating, headache, muscle aches, stuffy nose, and a cough with clear white phlegm?

Select one:

a. “cold” influenza
b. “hot” influenza
c. Yang influenza
d. Qi influenza

Answer 2

a. “cold” influenza

Question 3

Which is not one of the four diagnostic methods?

Select one:

a. Inspection
b. Auscultation and olfaction
c. Gathering family history
d. Palpation

Answer 3

c. Gathering family history

Question 4

Which of the following would a practitioner assess in a spiritual observation?

Select one:

a. Eyes
b. Feet
c. Hands
d. Knees

Answer 4

a. Eyes

Question 5

Similarities between nature and internal organ systems are the basis for which of the following theories in traditional Chinese medicine?

Select one:

a. Five phases theory
b. Five seasons theory
c. Four directions theory
d. Three treasures theory

Answer 5

a. Five phases theory

Question 6

The Chinese believe that which of the following connects all people?

Select one:

a. Molecules
b. Mind
c. Earth
d. Cosmic energy

Answer 6

d. Cosmic energy

Question 7

An overactive heart or liver might be diagnosed using which of the following?

Select one:

a. Inquiry
b. Auscultation
c. Palpation
d. Diet

Answer 7

c. Palpation

Question 8

An example of a cooling food is _______________________.

Select one:

a. Turkey
b. Rabbit
c. Cabbage
d. Duck

Answer 8

d. Duck

Question 9

Acupuncture is effective in the treatment of ____________.

Select one:

a. heart disease
b. acute pain
c. asthma
d. poor vision

Answer 9

b. acute pain

Question 10

Like traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine focuses on the _________.

Select one:

a. person
b. disease
c. family history
d. environment

Answer 10

a. person

Question 11

Qi is essentially the same as ______________.

Select one:

a. dosha
b. pittas
c. malas
d. prana

Answer 11

d. prana

Question 12

Ayurveda recognizes ______ tastes.

Select one:

a. 4
b. 5
c. 6
d. 7

Answer 12

c. 6

Question 13

Pranayama is another name for which of the following?

Select one:

a. alternative nostril breathing
b. rapid pulse
c. meditation
d. massage

Answer 13

a. alternative nostril breathing

Question 14

Native American holy people who heal spiritually are known as ________.

Select one:

a. shamans
b. sherpas
c. charmins
d. kahunas

Answer 14

a. shamans

Question 15

The number ___ is sacred to Native Americans because it signifies completeness.

Select one:

a. 3
b. 4
c. 6
d. 7

Answer 15

b. 4