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Clean Needle Technique (CNT) Written Exam Review (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Questions & Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)

Question:

what is sparrow pecking moxaibustion

Answer:

stick is moved quickly, pecking over the point *facilitates heat penetration*

Question:

circular method of moxibustion

Answer:

stick is moved in circular motion

*used for pain from blockage over large areas, soft tissue injuries or skin disorders*

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Question:

moxa with warming needle

Answer:

"wrapping of a needle with moxa"

warms meridians *promotes the free flow qi* *treats painful joints caused by cold-damp, numbness with cold sensation and paralysis*

use insulated materials underneath moxa

Question:

where do you apply moxa first?

Answer:

yang part of body upper body before lower body *back before abdomen*

Question:

in general how many cones of moxa do you need

Answer:

3-7 cones 2 / 4

Question:

how long do you use stick moxa on patient?

Answer:

10-15 minutes

Question:

what areas of the body in general should you avoid to use moxa

Answer:

numb areas

Question:

in order to perform moxa what should the treatment room have?

Answer:

fire extinguisher and water

Question:

how long do you smother moxa in extinguisher

Answer:

• hour

*may use candle to light the moxa when starting* 3 / 4

Question:

Where and what do you dispose the moxa in?

Answer:

bucket with a tight fitting metal lid

Question:

when can you dispose the container with moxa ash?

Answer:

when it is 3/4 full, it can be disposed In normal trash

Question:

contraindications

Answer:

excess + heat syndromes (high fever from yin Xu or common cold)

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