CHP Patient Assessment for Hijama 2

Question 1

A patient with a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) presents for hijama. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Refer the patient to their physician before treatment

Answer

Active or recent DVT is a contraindication for hijama, and medical clearance is required before proceeding.

Question 2

When reviewing a patient's medications, which drug class most significantly contraindicates wet hijama?

Accepted Answer

Anticoagulants such as warfarin

Answer

Anticoagulants increase bleeding risk, making the incisions of wet hijama potentially dangerous.

Question 3

During a patient interview, the patient discloses she is 10 weeks pregnant. Which hijama points are strictly avoided?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal, lumbar, and pelvic points

Answer

Abdominal, lumbar, and pelvic points are contraindicated in pregnancy due to the risk of inducing uterine contractions.

Question 4

A practitioner notes that a patient's skin over the intended cupping site shows active eczema. The correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Choose an alternative site free of skin lesions

Answer

Hijama should never be applied directly over broken, inflamed, or diseased skin; an alternative healthy site must be selected.

Question 5

Which vital sign finding would cause a practitioner to postpone a scheduled hijama session?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure of 180/110 mmHg

Answer

Severely elevated blood pressure (hypertensive crisis range) is a contraindication requiring medical evaluation before hijama.

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