CVA CVA Point Location & Meridian Systems 2

Question 1

The Governing Vessel (Du Mai) runs along which surface of the animal's body?

Accepted Answer

Dorsal midline

Answer

The Governing Vessel (Du Mai) runs along the dorsal midline of the body, from the tail to the head, and governs all Yang meridians.

Question 2

Which of the following correctly describes the direction of Qi flow in the Bladder meridian (BL)?

Accepted Answer

Flows from head to foot on the dorsal/lateral body and limb

Answer

The Bladder meridian flows from head to foot along the dorsal and lateral aspects of the body, making it the longest meridian in the body.

Question 3

In veterinary acupuncture, the 'Shu' (Association) points are located on which meridian?

Accepted Answer

Bladder meridian (BL)

Answer

The Back-Shu (Association) points are located on the Bladder meridian lateral to the spine and directly treat their associated organ systems.

Question 4

Which acupuncture point is the 'Sea of Marrow' and is located at GV20 on the dorsal head?

Accepted Answer

Bai Hui (GV20)

Answer

In human acupuncture, Bai Hui (GV20) is located at the vertex of the skull and is called the meeting point of all Yang meridians and the Sea of Marrow.

Question 5

The 'Alarm' (Mu) points are located on which surface of the body and what is their primary diagnostic use?

Accepted Answer

Ventral/lateral surface; tender on palpation when the associated organ is diseased

Answer

Front-Mu (Alarm) points are located on the ventral or lateral thorax/abdomen and become tender or reactive when their associated organ is diseased.

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CVA CVA Point Location & Meridian Systems 2