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Zang-Fu Organ Theory and Functions Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary function of the Heart (Xin) in TCM?

    Answer: Governs blood and houses the mind (Shen)

    In TCM, the Heart governs blood circulation and houses the Shen (mind/spirit), making it the 'emperor' among the organs.

  2. Which Zang organ governs the 'descending and dispersing of Qi' and controls the skin and body hair?

    Answer: Lung

    The Lung governs the descending and dispersing of Qi, regulates water metabolism via the water passages, and controls the skin and body hair.

  3. The Spleen's primary function in TCM is best described as:

    Answer: Transforming and transporting nutrients derived from food

    The Spleen transforms food into Gu Qi and transports nutrients throughout the body, playing the central role in post-natal Qi production.

  4. Which Zang organ is compared to a 'General' or 'Military Commander' due to its role in planning and ensuring the smooth flow of Qi?

    Answer: Liver

    The Liver is compared to a military general because it is responsible for planning, strategizing, and maintaining the smooth flow of Qi throughout the body.

  5. The Kidney is said to store which fundamental substance that underlies all physiological processes?

    Answer: Essence (Jing)

    The Kidney stores Jing (Essence), which is the fundamental substance inherited from parents and determines constitutional strength and reproductive capacity.

  6. Which organ opens into the tongue, making speech problems or tongue color changes a diagnostic indicator?

    Answer: Heart

    In TCM, the Heart opens into the tongue; therefore, Heart imbalances often manifest as speech difficulties, tongue soreness, or changes in the tongue's color and coating.

  7. The Lung is called the 'delicate organ' (Jiao Zang) because it:

    Answer: Is easily attacked by external pathogenic factors

    The Lung is called the 'delicate organ' because it directly contacts the external environment through breathing, making it most susceptible to external pathogenic factors such as Wind, Cold, and Heat.