CHP Equipment & Tools for Hijama Practice

Question 1

What material are modern hijama cups most commonly made from?

Accepted Answer

Transparent polycarbonate plastic

Answer

Glass

Answer

Bamboo

Answer

Ceramic

Question 2

Which vacuum mechanism is standard in contemporary hijama pump sets?

Accepted Answer

Manual pistol-grip hand pump

Answer

Bulb squeeze pump

Answer

Electric motor pump

Answer

Mouth suction

Question 3

Which type of lancet is preferred for making hijama incisions to minimize trauma and infection risk?

Accepted Answer

Single-use sterile disposable lancet

Answer

Reusable surgical scalpel

Answer

Hypodermic needle tip

Answer

Reusable multi-use lancet

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of applying oil to the skin before sliding cupping?

Accepted Answer

To create a seal and allow the cup to glide smoothly

Answer

To increase localized blood flow

Answer

To sterilize the skin surface

Answer

To numb the treatment area

Question 5

Which cup size is most appropriate for treating the broad lower back region?

Accepted Answer

Large (5–7 cm diameter)

Answer

Extra small (1–2 cm diameter)

Answer

Small (2–3 cm diameter)

Answer

Medium (3–5 cm diameter)

Question 6

In a standard hijama kit, which component actively creates negative pressure inside the cup?

Accepted Answer

The hand pump connected via tubing

Answer

The rubber stopper

Answer

The one-way valve on top of the cup

Answer

The cup rim seal

Question 7

What is the correct method for disposing of used lancets immediately after a hijama session?

Accepted Answer

Place immediately in an approved sharps container

Answer

Place in the regular trash bin

Answer

Recap and store for later disposal

Answer

Rinse and place in a biohazard bag