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  1. Which point is traditionally contraindicated for needling during pregnancy due to its strong descending action?

    Answer: SP-6

    SP-6 is classically contraindicated in pregnancy because it can promote labor.

  2. When needling GB-21 (Jianjing), what is the primary safety concern?

    Answer: Pneumothorax from deep needling

    Deep perpendicular needling at GB-21 risks puncturing the lung apex, causing pneumothorax.

  3. A patient faints during treatment, becoming pale and sweaty. What is the first appropriate action?

    Answer: Remove all needles and lay the patient flat with legs elevated

    For needle shock, remove needles promptly and position the patient supine with legs raised.

  4. Which point is generally avoided for needling in infants because the fontanelle has not yet closed?

    Answer: GV-22

    GV-22 (Xinhui) overlies the anterior fontanelle and is contraindicated in infants.

  5. Per CNT (Clean Needle Technique) guidelines, what should be done immediately with a used acupuncture needle?

    Answer: Place it directly into a sharps container

    Used needles should be placed immediately into an approved sharps container without recapping.

  6. Moxibustion is generally contraindicated in which presentation?

    Answer: Excess heat with high fever and a red tongue

    Moxa adds warmth and is contraindicated in excess heat or Yin-deficient heat patterns.

  7. Cupping should be avoided over which area?

    Answer: Areas of broken skin, ulcers, or varicose veins

    Cupping is contraindicated over damaged skin, ulcers, and varicose veins.