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Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which needle insertion technique is most suitable for acupuncture points on the abdomen where the skin is loose?
Inserting the needle aided by the pressure of the finger
Inserting needle with the help of puncturing and pressing hands
Inserting needle while stretching the skin
Inserting needle by pinching the skin
William is learning acupuncture and is practicing on a model. He needs to know which needle insertion technique is most suitable for acupuncture points on the abdomen where the skin is loose. What should he do?
Inserting the needle aided by the pressure of the finger
Inserting needle with the help of puncturing and pressing hands
Inserting needle while stretching the skin
Inserting needle by pinching the skin
What is the primary purpose of the "Pressing 按针 Àn Zhēn" technique in acupuncture?
To enhance the arrival of qi by plucking the needle
To stabilize the skin and reduce discomfort during insertion
To manipulate the needle by lifting and thrusting
To rotate the needle for tonification or sedation
During an acupuncture session, Aria is learning about different techniques. What is the primary purpose of the "Pressing 按针 Àn Zhēn" technique?
To enhance the arrival of qi by plucking the needle
To stabilize the skin and reduce discomfort during insertion
To manipulate the needle by lifting and thrusting
To rotate the needle for tonification or sedation
Nora is receiving an acupuncture treatment and suddenly feels faint and dizzy, a condition known as needle shock. In this situation, what is the recommended response?
Apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
Remove needles, elevate legs, and provide warm tea or sugar water
Immediate medical attention
Synchronize needle manipulation with the patient’s breathing
In the context of acupuncture, what is the recommended response if a patient experiences needle shock?
Apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
Remove needles, elevate legs, and provide warm tea or sugar water
Immediate medical attention
Synchronize needle manipulation with the patient’s breathing
Which insertion angle is appropriate for acupuncture points, such as Lieque LU 7 and Qimen LV 14?
Perpendicular insertion at a 90° angle
Oblique insertion at a 45° angle
Horizontal or transverse insertion at a 15° to 30° angle
Insertion by pinching the skin
Nora is learning acupuncture and is practicing on a model. She needs to know which insertion angle is appropriate for acupuncture points, such as Lieque LU 7 and Qimen LV 14.
Perpendicular insertion at a 90° angle
Oblique insertion at a 45° angle
Horizontal or transverse insertion at a 15° to 30° angle
Insertion by pinching the skin
What is the strategic purpose of using the "Plucking 拨针 - Bō Zhēn" technique in acupuncture?
To prevent bruising by compressing nearby capillaries
To enhance Qi activation for patients with qi deficiency
To synchronize needle manipulation with the patient’s breathing
To apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
During an acupuncture session, Scarlett, a practitioner, decides to use the "Plucking 拨针 - Bō Zhēn" technique. What is the strategic purpose of this technique?
To prevent bruising by compressing nearby capillaries
To enhance Qi activation for patients with qi deficiency
To synchronize needle manipulation with the patient’s breathing
To apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
Which of the following is a recommended prevention strategy for pneumothorax during acupuncture?
Use gentle insertion to avoid large blood vessels
Oblique insertion at minimal depth; awareness of rib structure
Remove needles and elevate legs
Apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
How does the "Rotating or Twirling 捻转法 - Niǎn Zhuǎn Fǎ" technique enhance Qi activation at the acupuncture point?
By stabilizing the skin and underlying tissues
Tonifies by rotating the needle from 180° to 360° clockwise or counterclockwise
By plucking the needle lightly to allow the qi to travel faster
By pinching the skin to insert the needle
What is the effect of the "Rotating or Twirling 捻转法 - Niǎn Zhuǎn Fǎ" technique on Qi flow at an acupuncture point?
It stabilizes the needle within the point
It tonifies by rotating the needle 180° to 360° in either direction
It enhances Qi flow by tapping the needle gently
It requires pinching the skin before needle insertion
What is the clinical example of using the "Pressing 按针 Àn Zhēn" technique to reduce pain or sharpness the patient feels?
ST36 (Zusanli)
LI4 (Hegu) and PC6 (Neiguan)
DU20 (Baihui)
BL 2 Zanzhu
What is the clinical example of using the "Pressing 按针 Àn Zhēn" technique to reduce pain or sharpness the patient feels?
ST36 (Zusanli)
LI4 (Hegu) and PC6 (Neiguan)
DU20 (Baihui)
BL 2 Zanzhu
Which technique is recommended for acupuncture points on the head and face where the muscle and skin are thin?
Inserting the needle aided by the pressure of the finger
Inserting needle with the help of puncturing and pressing hands
Inserting needle while stretching the skin
Inserting needle by pinching the skin
What is the strategic purpose of synchronizing needle manipulation with the patient’s breathing during acupuncture?
To enhance the arrival of qi by plucking the needle
To stabilize the skin and reduce discomfort during insertion
To draw Qi inward during tonification and release excess Qi during reduction
To apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
Which of the following is a strategic response to fainting (vasovagal response) during acupuncture?
Apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
Remove needles, help the patient lie down, and monitor vitals
Immediate medical attention
Synchronize needle manipulation with the patient’s breathing
What is the strategic purpose of the "Lifting and Thrusting 提插法 - Tí Chā" technique in acupuncture?
To enhance Qi activation by rotating the needle
To manipulate the needle perpendicularly without damaging local tissue
To stabilize the skin and reduce discomfort during insertion
To pluck the needle lightly to allow the qi to travel faster
Which technique is used to prevent bruising by compressing nearby capillaries during acupuncture?
Pressing 按针 Àn Zhēn
Plucking 拨针 - Bō Zhēn
Lifting and Thrusting 提插法 - Tí Chā
Rotating or Twirling 捻转法 - Niǎn Zhuǎn Fǎ
What is the strategic purpose of using the "Tonification (补法 - Bǔ Fǎ)" method in acupuncture?
To induce a cold sensation for heat conditions
To enhance Qi activation by plucking the needle
To induce heat for cold conditions
To stabilize the skin and reduce discomfort during insertion
Which of the following is a strategic prevention strategy for hematomas and bleeding during acupuncture?
Use gentle insertion to avoid large blood vessels
Oblique insertion at minimal depth; awareness of rib structure
Remove needles and elevate legs
Apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes
The practitioner should feel tenseness around the needle. According to Lyrics of Standard Profundities, the arrival of qi says:
"Twirling the needle quickly is known as flying."
" It seems a fish bites on fishing, pulling the line downward."
"First pluck the needle, after the arrival of qi, then insert deeper"
"First shake the handle of the needle to cause the arrival of qi. Then withdraw the needle a little bit."
Breath Coordination: Some practitioners synchronize needle manipulation with the
patient’s breathing by...
Wait for qi arrival by lifting and thrusting the needle to regulate qi
Inhaling to tonify (drawing Qi inward)
Exhaling
to reduce (releasing excess Qi)
Manipulating and rotating the needle to regulate qi
Activating, reinforcing and reducing methods to regulate qi
Lifting and Thrusting 提插法 - Tí Chā - to tonify
Hold the needle in place after it is inserted to a given depth below the skin
Slow lifting and quick thrusting to boost Qi and blood circulation
Press skin around the point with thumb
Quick lifting and slow thrusting to disperse stagnation and
relieve pain
Lifting and Thrusting 提插法 - Tí Chā - To reduce ...
Slow lifting and quick thrusting to boost Qi and blood circulation
The needle is perpendicularly manipulated by lifting and trusting at the point without damaging the local tissue
Quick lifting and slow thrusting to disperse stagnation and
relieve pain
Twirl and rotate the needle to an amplitude of 180° to 360°
