Basics Flashcards
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Which of the Five Elements is associated with the emotion of grief and the season of autumn?
Answer: Metal
Metal corresponds to grief/sadness, the Lung and Large Intestine organs, and the autumn season in Five Element theory.
In TCM, 'Wei Qi' is primarily responsible for:
Answer: Protecting the body from external pathogenic factors
Wei Qi (Defensive Qi) circulates on the exterior of the body and protects against invasion by external pathogens.
Which pulse quality is classically associated with an Interior Cold condition?
Answer: Slow
A Slow pulse (fewer than 4 beats per breath) indicates Cold, which slows the movement of Qi and Blood.
The concept of 'Jing' in TCM refers to:
Answer: The vital essence stored in the Kidneys
Jing is the vital essence that governs growth, reproduction, and development, primarily stored in the Kidneys.
According to the Sheng (generating/nourishing) cycle of the Five Elements, which element generates Metal?
Answer: Earth
In the Sheng cycle, Earth generates Metal — just as minerals (metal) are formed within the Earth.
Which tongue coating color indicates an Interior Heat condition?
Answer: Thick yellow
A thick yellow tongue coating indicates Interior Heat, as heat 'cooks' the coating to a yellow or brown color.
The Four Examinations (Si Zhen) used in TCM diagnosis include all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer: Tasting (Chang)
The Four Examinations are Looking, Listening/Smelling, Asking, and Palpation — tasting is not one of them.