CVA CVA Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory & Principles

Question 1

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which concept describes the vital energy that flows through meridians in the body?

Accepted Answer

Qi

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Jing

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Shen

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Yin

Question 2

Which of the Five Elements in TCM is associated with the Liver and Gallbladder organ systems?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Earth

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Metal

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Water

Question 3

In TCM, what term describes the pathological condition where Qi fails to move properly, leading to stagnation and pain?

Accepted Answer

Qi Stagnation

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Qi Deficiency

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Qi Collapse

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Qi Sinking

Question 4

Which TCM principle describes the interdependent, opposing forces that must remain in dynamic balance for health?

Accepted Answer

Yin and Yang

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Five Elements

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Eight Principles

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Zang-Fu Theory

Question 5

In the TCM Five Element cycle, which element generates (nourishes) Fire?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Earth

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Water

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Metal

Question 6

Which of the following correctly describes the TCM concept of 'Jing'?

Accepted Answer

Essence stored primarily in the Kidneys that governs growth and reproduction

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The emotional aspect of the mind stored in the Heart

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Defensive energy circulating on the body surface

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Nutritive energy flowing within the blood vessels