CHP Equipment & Tools for Hijama Practice 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What material are modern hijama cups most commonly made from?
- Glass
- Transparent polycarbonate plastic (Correct answer)
- Bamboo
- Ceramic
Correct answer: Transparent polycarbonate plastic
Modern hijama cups are most commonly made from transparent polycarbonate plastic, which allows practitioners to monitor skin response during treatment.
Question 2: Which vacuum mechanism is standard in contemporary hijama pump sets?
- Bulb squeeze pump
- Manual pistol-grip hand pump (Correct answer)
- Electric motor pump
- Mouth suction
Correct answer: Manual pistol-grip hand pump
The manual pistol-grip hand pump is standard in modern hijama sets, providing controlled, adjustable suction without the hygiene risks associated with mouth suction.
Question 3: Which type of lancet is preferred for making hijama incisions to minimize trauma and infection risk?
- Reusable surgical scalpel
- Single-use sterile disposable lancet (Correct answer)
- Hypodermic needle tip
- Reusable multi-use lancet
Correct answer: Single-use sterile disposable lancet
Single-use sterile disposable lancets are preferred in hijama practice to ensure sterility, minimize trauma, and prevent cross-contamination between patients.
Question 4: What is the primary purpose of applying oil to the skin before sliding cupping?
- To increase localized blood flow
- To create a seal and allow the cup to glide smoothly (Correct answer)
- To sterilize the skin surface
- To numb the treatment area
Correct answer: To create a seal and allow the cup to glide smoothly
Oil is applied before sliding cupping to create an airtight seal that allows the cup to glide smoothly across the skin without losing suction.
Question 5: Which cup size is most appropriate for treating the broad lower back region?
- Extra small (1–2 cm diameter)
- Small (2–3 cm diameter)
- Large (5–7 cm diameter) (Correct answer)
- Medium (3–5 cm diameter)
Correct answer: Large (5–7 cm diameter)
Large cups (5–7 cm diameter) are appropriate for broad areas like the lower back, where greater tissue coverage delivers more effective therapeutic suction.
Question 6: In a standard hijama kit, which component actively creates negative pressure inside the cup?
- The rubber stopper
- The one-way valve on top of the cup
- The hand pump connected via tubing (Correct answer)
- The cup rim seal
Correct answer: The hand pump connected via tubing
The hand pump connected via tubing withdraws air through the one-way valve to create the negative pressure that draws tissue into the cup.
Question 7: What is the correct method for disposing of used lancets immediately after a hijama session?
- Place in the regular trash bin
- Recap and store for later disposal
- Place immediately in an approved sharps container (Correct answer)
- Rinse and place in a biohazard bag
Correct answer: Place immediately in an approved sharps container
Used lancets must be placed immediately in an approved sharps container to prevent needlestick injuries and comply with OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards.
CHP Equipment & Tools for Hijama Practice 1
What material are modern hijama cups most commonly made from?