1.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 2 (Heavenly Spring)?
Explanation
Tianquan is the Chinese name for Pericardium 2 (Heavenly Spring).
2.
Pericardium 8 is located between the __________ and __________ metacarpal bones, proximal to the metacarpo-phalangeal joint, in a depression at the __________ side of the third metacarpal bone.
Explanation
Pericardium 8 is located between the 2nd and 3rd metacarpal bones, proximal to the metacarpo-phalangeal joint, in a depression at the radial side of the third metacarpal bone.
3.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 4 (Xi-Cleft Gate)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for Pericardium 4 (Xi-Cleft Gate) is Ximen.
4.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 9 (Middle Rushing)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for Pericardium 9 (Middle Rushing) is Zhongchong.
5.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 5 (Intermediate Messenger)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for Pericardium 5 (Intermediate Messenger) is Jianshi.
6.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 1 (Heavenly Pool)?
Explanation
Tianchi is the Chinese name for Pericardium 1, also known as Heavenly Pool.
7.
Pericardium 4 is located on the __________ aspect of the forearm, __________ cun proximal to Pericardium 7, on the line connecting Pericardium 7 and Pericardium 3, between the tendons of palmaris __________ and flexor carpi __________.
Explanation
Pericardium 4 is located on the flexor aspect of the forearm, 5 cun proximal to Pericardium 7, on the line connecting Pericardium 7 and Pericardium 3, between the tendons of palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.
8.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 7 (Great Mound)?
Explanation
Daling is the Chinese name for Pericardium 7 (Great Mound).
9.
What is the Chinese name for Pericaridium 8 (Palace of Toil)?
Explanation
Laogong is the correct Chinese name for Pericardium 8, also known as the Palace of Toil. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Laogong is an acupoint located on the palm of the hand. It is associated with the Pericardium meridian and is believed to have various therapeutic effects on the heart, chest, and mental well-being. This acupoint is commonly used in acupuncture and acupressure treatments to alleviate stress, anxiety, and promote relaxation.
10.
Pericardium 7 is located at the __________ joint, between the tendons of __________ longus and __________ carpi radialis, level with Heart 7.
Explanation
Pericardium 7 is located at the wrist joint, between the tendons of the wrist palmaris flexor longus and wrist carpi radialis, level with Heart 7.
11.
The Pericardium channel's Husband/Wife (Internal/External) Pair is the:
Correct Answer
C. Sanjiao
Explanation
The Pericardium channel's Husband/Wife (Internal/External) Pair is the Sanjiao. This means that the Sanjiao is closely connected to the Pericardium channel and they have a complementary relationship. In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of Husband/Wife pairs refers to the interconnectedness and interdependence of certain channels or organs in the body. The Pericardium channel and the Sanjiao are believed to work together to maintain balance and harmony in the body's energy flow.
12.
The Pericardium channel is a:
Correct Answer
B. Hand Jueyin Channel
Explanation
The Pericardium channel is classified as the Hand Jueyin Channel. The Hand Jueyin Channel is one of the twelve main channels in traditional Chinese medicine. It is associated with the Pericardium organ and runs along the inner side of the arm, connecting to the chest. The Pericardium channel is responsible for regulating the flow of Qi and blood in the chest area, as well as influencing the health of the heart and emotional well-being.
13.
Which of the following are He-Sea points?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Spleen 9
C. Heart 3
D. Pericardium 3
F. SI 8
Explanation
He-Sea points are acupuncture points that are located at the lower part of the limbs. They are considered important points for treating disorders of the respective meridians. Spleen 9, Heart 3, Pericardium 3, and SI 8 are all He-Sea points because they are located on the lower part of the limbs and are associated with the Spleen, Heart, Pericardium, and Small Intestine meridians respectively. Stomach 40 and Lung 7 are not He-Sea points as they are not located on the lower part of the limbs.
14.
Pericardium 5 is located on the __________ aspect of the forearm, __________ cun proximal to Pericardium 7, between the tendons of __________ longus and __________ carpi radialis.
Correct Answer(s)
flexor 3 palmaris flexor
Explanation
Pericardium 5 is located on the flexor aspect of the forearm, 3 cun proximal to Pericardium 7, between the tendons of palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.
15.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 3 (Marsh at the Crook)?
Correct Answer(s)
Quze
Explanation
The Chinese name for Pericardium 3 (Marsh at the Crook) is Quze.
16.
Pericardium 1 is located __________ cun lateral and slightly superior to the __________, in the __________ intercostal space.
Correct Answer(s)
1 nipple 4th
1 nipple fourth
Explanation
The correct answer is "1 nipple 4th, 1 nipple fourth". This indicates that Pericardium 1 is located both 1 cun lateral and slightly superior to the nipple, specifically in the 4th intercostal space.
17.
What is the Chinese name for Pericardium 6 (Inner Pass)?
Correct Answer(s)
Neiguan
Explanation
The Chinese name for Pericardium 6 (Inner Pass) is Neiguan.
18.
Pericardium 2 is located on the __________ aspect of the arm, __________ cun below the anterior __________ fold, between the two heads of the __________ brachii muscle.
Correct Answer(s)
anterior 2 axillary biceps
Explanation
Pericardium 2 is located on the anterior aspect of the arm, 2 cun below the anterior axillary fold, between the two heads of the biceps brachii muscle.
19.
Pericardium 3 is located on the transverse __________ crease, in the depression immediately to the __________ side of the aponeurosis of the biceps __________ muscle.
Correct Answer(s)
cubital ulnar brachii
Explanation
Pericardium 3 is located on the transverse cubital crease, in the depression immediately to the ulnar side of the aponeurosis of the biceps brachii muscle.
20.
Which of the following are He-Sea points?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Kidney 10
B. Stomach 36
D. Liver 8
Explanation
He-Sea points are acupuncture points that are believed to have a strong effect on the respective organ systems. They are located at the points where the qi of the meridian collects and goes deep into the body. Kidney 10, Stomach 36, and Liver 8 are all He-Sea points, as they are acupuncture points that correspond to the Kidney, Stomach, and Liver meridians respectively. Pericardium 9 and Lung 4 are not He-Sea points.
21.
Pericardium 9 is located in the center of the tip of the __________ finger.
Correct Answer(s)
middle
Explanation
Pericardium 9 is located in the center of the tip of the middle finger.
22.
Which of the following are He-Sea points?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Large Intestine 10
B. Sanjiao 10
D. Gallbladder 34
Explanation
He-Sea points are acupuncture points that are considered to have a strong effect on the corresponding organ and are commonly used to treat disorders of that organ. Large Intestine 10, Sanjiao 10, and Gallbladder 34 are all He-Sea points. Therefore, they are the correct answers to the question.
23.
Pericardium 6 is located on the __________ aspect of the forearm, __________ cun proximal to Pericardium 7, between the tendons of palmaris __________ and flexor __________ radialis.
Correct Answer(s)
flexor 2 longus carpi
Explanation
Pericardium 6 is located on the flexor aspect of the forearm, 2 cun proximal to Pericardium 7, between the tendons of palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.
24.
The Pericardium channel's Hand/Foot (Same Energic Level) pair is the:
Correct Answer
A. Liver
Explanation
The Pericardium channel's Hand/Foot (Same Energic Level) pair is the Liver. The Pericardium channel is one of the twelve main meridians in traditional Chinese medicine, and it is connected to the heart and chest area. The Liver is the corresponding organ that shares the same energy level as the Pericardium channel. In Chinese medicine, the Liver is associated with the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and emotions, and it plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Therefore, the Liver is the correct answer for the given question.
25.
Kidney 16 is located __________ cun lateral to the center of the __________.
Correct Answer
0.5 umbilicus
Explanation
Kidney 16 is located 0.5 umbilicus lateral to the center of the abdomen. This means that it is positioned half a cun away from the center of the umbilicus, towards the side of the abdomen.
26.
Kidney 23 is located in the __________ intercostal space, __________ cun lateral to the midline.
Correct Answer
4th 2
fourth 2
Explanation
Kidney 23 is located in the fourth intercostal space, two cun lateral to the midline.