AP Diagnosis & Syndrome Differentiation

Question 1

Which of the following is part of the Four Diagnostic Methods in TCM?

Accepted Answer

Observation

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Inspection of reflexes

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X-ray analysis

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CT scan

Question 2

What does a pale tongue typically indicate in TCM diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Blood deficiency

Answer

Excess heat

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Qi stagnation

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Damp-heat

Question 3

Which pulse quality is typically associated with Dampness?

Accepted Answer

Slippery

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Wiry

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Thready

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Choppy

Question 4

A red tongue with yellow coating is most likely an indication of which condition?

Accepted Answer

Excess heat

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Yang deficiency

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Qi stagnation

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Blood deficiency

Question 5

What does a floating pulse usually signify?

Accepted Answer

Exterior condition

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Interior cold

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Blood deficiency

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Qi collapse

Question 6

Which sign is commonly associated with Liver Qi Stagnation?

Accepted Answer

Irritability and chest tightness

Answer

Loose stools

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Night sweats

Answer

Pale tongue and weak pulse