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CAc Point Location and Meridian Theory Flashcards

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  1. CV17 (Shanzhong/Danzhong) is the Front-Mu point of which organ and also the Influential Point (Hui) of what?

    Answer: Pericardium; Qi

    CV17 is the Front-Mu point of the Pericardium and the Influential Point (Hui point) of Qi, making it central for both chest and Qi-related disorders.

  2. Which point is considered the classical 'command point' for the abdomen and gastrointestinal tract?

    Answer: ST36 (Zusanli)

    ST36 (Zusanli) is the command point for the abdomen and is one of the most versatile points for digestive disorders and systemic tonification.

  3. GB21 (Jianjing) is contraindicated in pregnancy primarily because it does what?

    Answer: Has a strong descending action that can stimulate uterine contractions

    GB21 is contraindicated in pregnancy because its strong descending Qi action can stimulate uterine contractions, potentially inducing premature labor.

  4. SP6 is contraindicated in which condition due to its strong moving action?

    Answer: Pregnancy

    SP6 is contraindicated during pregnancy because it strongly moves Blood and Qi downward, which could stimulate uterine contractions and risk miscarriage.

  5. The Yuan-source point of the Heart meridian is which point?

    Answer: HT7 (Shenmen)

    HT7 (Shenmen) is the Yuan-source point of the Heart meridian and the primary point for Heart-related conditions including insomnia and anxiety.

  6. PC6 (Neiguan) is located how far proximal to the wrist crease on the forearm?

    Answer: 2 cun

    PC6 is located 2 cun proximal to the wrist crease, between the tendons of palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.