CAc Acupuncture Techniques and Procedures 5

Question 1

In electroacupuncture, which electrode placement must be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Leads placed so current crosses the chest and heart

Answer

Current must never cross the heart, and electroacupuncture is contraindicated in patients with pacemakers.

Question 2

Low-frequency electroacupuncture (about 2-4 Hz) is mainly linked to the release of which substance?

Accepted Answer

Endorphins and enkephalins

Answer

Low-frequency stimulation releases endorphins and enkephalins, while high frequency is linked to dynorphin.

Question 3

Which points are pricked with a three-edged needle to clear heat in high fever or coma?

Accepted Answer

Jing-well points and Shixuan (EX-UE11)

Answer

Bleeding the fingertip points (Jing-well and Shixuan) clears heat and revives consciousness.

Question 4

What is a typical retention time for cups in stationary cupping?

Accepted Answer

10-15 minutes

Answer

Cups are usually left on for 10-15 minutes to avoid blisters.

Question 5

Which instrument is used with a light-to-heavy tapping technique on the skin surface?

Accepted Answer

Plum-blossom (seven-star) needle

Answer

The plum-blossom needle taps the skin with a cluster of short needles at light, moderate or heavy strength.

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