CAc Interdisciplinary Care 5

Question 1

A patient presents with fever, stiff neck, and a non-blanching petechial rash. What is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Refer immediately to emergency care for possible meningitis

Answer

Fever, neck stiffness, and a petechial rash suggest bacterial meningitis, a medical emergency.

Question 2

Which herb-drug interaction concern is associated with Gan Cao (licorice) in patients on diuretics or digoxin?

Accepted Answer

Hypokalemia

Answer

Licorice can cause potassium loss, which worsens diuretic-induced hypokalemia and increases digoxin toxicity risk.

Question 3

A mental health counselor refers a patient with anxiety to an acupuncturist. What is the best role for the acupuncturist?

Accepted Answer

Provide adjunctive care while keeping the counselor informed with the patient's consent

Answer

Acupuncture is used as an adjunct, and coordination with consent supports integrated mental health care.

Question 4

A patient with suicidal ideation and a specific plan discloses this during treatment. What should the acupuncturist do?

Accepted Answer

Ensure immediate safety by connecting the patient with crisis services such as 988 or emergency care

Answer

Imminent risk of self-harm requires immediate crisis intervention, and safety overrides routine confidentiality.

Question 5

Which practice best shows cultural competence in interdisciplinary care?

Accepted Answer

Asking about the patient's beliefs and preferences and using qualified interpreters when needed

Answer

Respecting patient beliefs and using qualified interpreters supports accurate communication and informed consent.

CAc - Certified Acupuncturist Practice Test