ACC TCM Foundational Theories 2

Question 1

In Five Element theory, which element is associated with the emotion of grief and the season of autumn?

Accepted Answer

Metal

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Earth

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Water

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Wood

Question 2

The concept of 'Ming Men' (Gate of Life) in TCM is associated with which organ system?

Accepted Answer

Kidney Yang

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Heart and Pericardium

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Spleen and Stomach

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Liver and Gallbladder

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the TCM concept of 'Ben' and 'Biao'?

Accepted Answer

Root cause and manifestation of disease

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Interior and exterior pathogenic factors

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Deficiency and excess conditions

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Cold and heat patterns

Question 4

In TCM, the Triple Burner (San Jiao) is primarily responsible for:

Accepted Answer

Regulating the circulation of Qi and body fluids throughout three body cavities

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Storing essence and governing reproduction

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Governing the transformation and transportation of water

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Controlling the flow of blood and housing the mind

Question 5

According to the Sheng (generating) cycle of Five Elements, which element generates Fire?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Earth

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Metal

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Water

Question 6

The TCM theory of 'Zang Fu' categorizes organs primarily based on:

Accepted Answer

Their physiological functions and Yin/Yang qualities

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Anatomical location within the body

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Their embryological origin

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Blood supply and nerve innervation

Question 7

Which TCM principle states that extreme cold can generate heat and extreme heat can generate cold?

Accepted Answer

The principle of Yin-Yang transforming into each other

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The principle of Yin-Yang mutual rooting

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The principle of Yin-Yang opposition

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The principle of Yin-Yang waxing and waning