NCCAOM Terminologies 4

Question 1

In the Five-Shu point classification, 'He-Sea' points are characterized by:

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Qi flowing deeply, entering the organs — used for organ disorders and counterflow Qi

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Qi bubbling up like a spring at the fingertips

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Qi gushing strongly for acute conditions

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Qi flowing gently for heat conditions

Question 2

What are 'Yuan-Source' points used for clinically?

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Treating disorders of the corresponding Zang-Fu organ by accessing its Yuan Qi

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Connecting paired Yin and Yang meridians

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Treating acute painful conditions along the channel

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Regulating the extraordinary vessels

Question 3

Front-Mu (Alarm) points are located:

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On the chest and abdomen, reflecting disorders of the corresponding organ

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On the back along the inner Bladder meridian line

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On the limbs distal to the elbows and knees

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At the fingertips and toe tips

Question 4

The term 'Ah Shi' points refers to:

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Tender or reactive points with no fixed location used wherever pain is found

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Fixed extra points outside the fourteen meridians

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Points reserved for Japanese-style acupuncture only

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The twelve Source points on primary meridians

Question 5

In herbal formula composition, the 'Jun' herb refers to:

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The chief or emperor herb that directly addresses the primary pattern or disease

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The assistant herb that reduces side effects of the formula

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The deputy herb that supports and reinforces the chief herb

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The envoy herb that guides the formula to a specific channel

Question 6

In classical herbal formula theory, the 'Chen' herb serves as:

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The deputy or minister herb that assists and reinforces the chief herb's action

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The chief herb addressing the primary condition

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The assistant herb correcting imbalances created by the chief

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The messenger herb directing the formula to target organs

Question 7

The 'Zuo' herb in a TCM formula primarily functions to:

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Assist the chief and deputy, moderate harsh effects, or treat secondary symptoms

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Address the main pattern being treated

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Reinforce the chief herb's primary action

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Guide the formula to a specific meridian or body region