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PRACTICE EXAM BUILDER
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
- 2027
Christine has suffered from insomnia for the past 12 years. She finds
it difficult to fall asleep and once asleep she keeps waking up. She has
vivid dreams that also keep her from sleeping well. Her other
symptoms include dizziness, pale face, slight dry mouth, fatigue,
palpitations, forgetfulness, bloating after she eats and loose stools
with undigested food. Her tongue is dry and her pulse is thready,
deficient. What is the best point prescription for this case?
A. SP6, B18, B19, G20, P6, Anmian
B. B23, H7, SP6, Anmian, B15
C. B19, H5, P6, S4, S36, SP6
D. B20, B15, SP1, H7, SP6 - ANSWERS-D
Harry, age 45, has been sweating profusely for the last seven years.
His is currently taking Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Golden Cabinet)
prescribed by his acupuncturist. This made the symptoms much
worse. What is the cause of the sweating?
A. Kidney Yang Deficiency
B. Kidney Qi Deficiency
C. Kidney Yin Deficiency
D. Lung Qi Deficiency - ANSWERS-C
,Guide tubes must be sterile for?
A. All of the above
B. Every patient
C. None of the above
D. Every point - ANSWERS-B
The back shu points of the heart and liver can both be used for
emotional problems. The heart back shu, UB15, is better for ______,
while the liver back shu, UB18, is better for _________.
A. Manic disorders; anger issues
B. Mania; mental disorders
C. Mania; anger issues
D. Mental disorders; anger issues - ANSWERS-C
What organ lies under ST28? Needling is cautioned especially when
the organ is full as it is easy to hit it if ST28 is needled incorrectly?
A. Large Intestine
B. Small Intestine
C. Urinary Bladder
D. Kidney - ANSWERS-C
Which of the following is in the scope of practice for an
acupuncturist?
A. Acupressure, breath control exercises, subcutaneous injection
,B. Herbs, plant, mineral products, x-rays
C. Physical touch (Asian massage), magnets, animal products
D. Heat and cold therapy, magnets, nutrition, diet, surgery -
ANSWERS-C
Which one of the following is correct dosage and ingredients of Da
Cheng Qi Tang (Major Order the Qi Decoction)?
A. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 6-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 9-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 12-24g
B. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 6-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 9-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 9-24g
C. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 4-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 9-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 12-24g
D. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 6-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 6-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 12-24g - ANSWERS-A
After Mel had a stroke, he began suffering from a chronic pain. The
pain is fixed and gets worse when the weather is cold or cloudy. The
patient does not like being active and the pain is better with pressure
and warmth. Recently his vision is getting worse and Mel is losing his
hair. Which formula can be used instead of Xiao Huo Luo Dan?
A. Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin (Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink)
B. Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill)
, C. Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang (Pubescent Angelica and Taxillus
Decoction)
D. Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia) -
ANSWERS-C
You suspect your patient of having liver disease. His lab tests come
back with normal AST and ALT levels. Yet, the patient experiences
abdominal pain, weight loss and masses in the right upper quadrant.
What is the proper diagnostic method you would refer them out for?
A. Biopsy
B. CT
C. MRI
D. Ultrasonography - ANSWERS-C
What is the reason for the Yin Deficiency Heat in the pattern Heart
and Kidney not Communicating?
A. Yin cannot control Yang
B. Yin fluids cannot control Yang fire
C. Yang Qi cannot control Yin fluid
D. Yang cannot control Yin - ANSWERS-B
For equipment in the clinic that is exposed to blood or body fluids
such as cups, what is the proper sterilization procedure?
A. Autoclave 250F, 30min
B. Autoclave 350F, 45min
C. Steam clean 250F, 30min
PRACTICE EXAM BUILDER
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
- 2027
Christine has suffered from insomnia for the past 12 years. She finds
it difficult to fall asleep and once asleep she keeps waking up. She has
vivid dreams that also keep her from sleeping well. Her other
symptoms include dizziness, pale face, slight dry mouth, fatigue,
palpitations, forgetfulness, bloating after she eats and loose stools
with undigested food. Her tongue is dry and her pulse is thready,
deficient. What is the best point prescription for this case?
A. SP6, B18, B19, G20, P6, Anmian
B. B23, H7, SP6, Anmian, B15
C. B19, H5, P6, S4, S36, SP6
D. B20, B15, SP1, H7, SP6 - ANSWERS-D
Harry, age 45, has been sweating profusely for the last seven years.
His is currently taking Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Golden Cabinet)
prescribed by his acupuncturist. This made the symptoms much
worse. What is the cause of the sweating?
A. Kidney Yang Deficiency
B. Kidney Qi Deficiency
C. Kidney Yin Deficiency
D. Lung Qi Deficiency - ANSWERS-C
,Guide tubes must be sterile for?
A. All of the above
B. Every patient
C. None of the above
D. Every point - ANSWERS-B
The back shu points of the heart and liver can both be used for
emotional problems. The heart back shu, UB15, is better for ______,
while the liver back shu, UB18, is better for _________.
A. Manic disorders; anger issues
B. Mania; mental disorders
C. Mania; anger issues
D. Mental disorders; anger issues - ANSWERS-C
What organ lies under ST28? Needling is cautioned especially when
the organ is full as it is easy to hit it if ST28 is needled incorrectly?
A. Large Intestine
B. Small Intestine
C. Urinary Bladder
D. Kidney - ANSWERS-C
Which of the following is in the scope of practice for an
acupuncturist?
A. Acupressure, breath control exercises, subcutaneous injection
,B. Herbs, plant, mineral products, x-rays
C. Physical touch (Asian massage), magnets, animal products
D. Heat and cold therapy, magnets, nutrition, diet, surgery -
ANSWERS-C
Which one of the following is correct dosage and ingredients of Da
Cheng Qi Tang (Major Order the Qi Decoction)?
A. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 6-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 9-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 12-24g
B. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 6-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 9-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 9-24g
C. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 4-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 9-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 12-24g
D. Da Huang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma) 6-12g, Mang Xiao (Natrii
Suljas) 6-12g, Zhi Shi (Aurantii Fructus immaturus) 12-15g, Hou Po
(Magnoliae officinalis Cortex) 12-24g - ANSWERS-A
After Mel had a stroke, he began suffering from a chronic pain. The
pain is fixed and gets worse when the weather is cold or cloudy. The
patient does not like being active and the pain is better with pressure
and warmth. Recently his vision is getting worse and Mel is losing his
hair. Which formula can be used instead of Xiao Huo Luo Dan?
A. Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin (Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink)
B. Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill)
, C. Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang (Pubescent Angelica and Taxillus
Decoction)
D. Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia) -
ANSWERS-C
You suspect your patient of having liver disease. His lab tests come
back with normal AST and ALT levels. Yet, the patient experiences
abdominal pain, weight loss and masses in the right upper quadrant.
What is the proper diagnostic method you would refer them out for?
A. Biopsy
B. CT
C. MRI
D. Ultrasonography - ANSWERS-C
What is the reason for the Yin Deficiency Heat in the pattern Heart
and Kidney not Communicating?
A. Yin cannot control Yang
B. Yin fluids cannot control Yang fire
C. Yang Qi cannot control Yin fluid
D. Yang cannot control Yin - ANSWERS-B
For equipment in the clinic that is exposed to blood or body fluids
such as cups, what is the proper sterilization procedure?
A. Autoclave 250F, 30min
B. Autoclave 350F, 45min
C. Steam clean 250F, 30min
