ACC ACC Point Combinations and Treatment Planning Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

The combination of GB21 and PC6 for a patient with cervical pain and anxiety addresses:

Accepted Answer

Neck tension and Qi stagnation in the chest

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Neck tension and Blood deficiency

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Digestive issues and neck pain

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Insomnia and headache

Question 2

The Master-Coupled point combination LU7 + KD6 is most indicated for treating:

Accepted Answer

Throat and chest conditions with Yin deficiency

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Digestive disorders

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Liver Qi stagnation

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Exterior Wind-Cold invasion

Question 3

For knee pain with swelling and heaviness (Damp-Bi), which local point combination is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

BL40 + SP9 + ST35

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GB34 + LR8 + KD10

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ST36 + SP6 + LR3

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BL60 + KD3 + SP4

Question 4

Which approach best describes 'Root and Branch' treatment in acupuncture?

Accepted Answer

Treating the underlying pattern and symptomatic relief simultaneously

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Treating only the presenting pain complaint

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Using only distal points for all conditions

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Applying herbal medicine alongside acupuncture

Question 5

ST36 (Zusanli) is included in many treatment protocols primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Tonifies overall Qi and Blood and strengthens the Stomach and Spleen

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Strongly moves Blood stasis in the lower abdomen

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Calms the mind and Heart

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Clears Heat and eliminates toxins

Question 6

For headache, eye pain, and irritability from Liver Yang Rising, which combination is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

GV20 + GB20 + LR3 + KD3

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BL2 + GB14 + ST36

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LI4 + LI11 + GV14

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CV12 + ST25 + SP4