CVA CVA Point Location & Meridian Systems 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In veterinary acupuncture, what is the term for the unit of measurement used to locate acupuncture points on individual animals?
- Inch
- Cun (Correct answer)
- Fen
- Chi
Correct answer: Cun
The Cun is the proportional unit used in acupuncture point location, representing 1/12 of the distance between specific anatomical landmarks on the individual animal.
Question 2: Which acupuncture point is known as 'Governing Vessel 4' (GV4 or Du-4) and is called the 'Gate of Life'?
- Ming Men (Correct answer)
- Bai Hui
- Shen Shu
- Da Zhui
Correct answer: Ming Men
Ming Men (Gate of Life) is GV4, located on the dorsal midline between L2 and L3, and is important for Kidney Yang and overall vitality.
Question 3: In canine acupuncture, the point Bai Hui is located at which anatomical region?
- Between the ears on the skull
- Lumbosacral junction between L7 and S1 (Correct answer)
- At the base of the tail
- Between the shoulder blades
Correct answer: Lumbosacral junction between L7 and S1
Bai Hui in veterinary acupuncture is located at the lumbosacral junction (L7-S1) and is commonly used for hindlimb and pelvic conditions.
Question 4: The Stomach meridian in veterinary acupuncture is classified as which type according to Yin/Yang theory?
- Yin meridian on the medial limb
- Yang meridian on the lateral/cranial limb (Correct answer)
- Extraordinary vessel
- Collateral channel
Correct answer: Yang meridian on the lateral/cranial limb
The Stomach meridian is a Yang (Yangming) meridian that runs on the lateral and cranial aspects of the limbs and ventral body.
Question 5: What is the primary therapeutic indication for the acupuncture point Pericardium 6 (PC6, Nei Guan) in veterinary patients?
- Rear limb paralysis and urinary incontinence
- Nausea, vomiting, and cardiovascular disorders (Correct answer)
- Respiratory conditions and nasal discharge
- Skin conditions and itching
Correct answer: Nausea, vomiting, and cardiovascular disorders
PC6 (Nei Guan) is a major point for nausea, vomiting, and cardiovascular conditions, and is one of the most commonly used points in veterinary acupuncture.
Question 6: Which acupuncture point, located at the junction of the first and second metacarpal bones, is known as 'Large Intestine 4' (LI4) or 'He Gu' (Joining Valley)?
- A major analgesic and immune point used for pain throughout the body (Correct answer)
- A local point only used for forelimb conditions
- A point used exclusively for digestive disorders
- A sedation point used only for behavioral issues
Correct answer: A major analgesic and immune point used for pain throughout the body
LI4 (He Gu) is one of the most important analgesic points in acupuncture, effective for pain management throughout the entire body as well as immune support.
CVA CVA Point Location & Meridian Systems 1
In veterinary acupuncture, what is the term for the unit of measurement used to locate acupuncture points on individual animals?