Review and Pretest for Nccaom and California Exams in Biomedicine

Review and Pretest for Nccaom and California Exams in Biomedicine
Author: Philip Lee
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2015-11-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9781519142634

This book is intended to aid students preparing for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in the Biomedicine module and California Acupuncture Licensing Examination. It is a concise review of Biomedicine and is intended to help students recall material taught during the study at Acupuncture schools. It is not intended to substitute any of the comprehensive textbooks. The material is organized and divided into ten chapters and two appendixes. The book covers Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Gastrointestinal, Endocrine, Reproductive, Urinary, Nervous/Musculoskeletal system, Hematology, Dermatological conditions, and Psychiatry/Addiction. The knowledge points are summarized by words, clearly and concisely, with appropriate charts or pictures attached. Numerous practice questions reflecting the content and format of the NCCAOM exam in the Biomedicine module are included after each chapter, and six comprehensive examinations are located at the end of the book. These questions can be used as a pretest to identify areas of weakness or as a post test to determine mastery.

Test Prep Workbook for the NCCAOM Biomedicine Module

Test Prep Workbook for the NCCAOM Biomedicine Module
Author: Bai-song Zhong
Publisher: Blue Poppy Enterprises, Inc.
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2006
Genre: Alternative medicine
ISBN: 9781891845345

This book is designed as a guide for the practitioner interested in taking the Bio-medicine portion of the NCCAOM exam. The NCCAOM Bio-medicine module is made up of 50 questions divided into three sections and this book is modeled after this exam, containing questions from each of the three categories. The book is divided into five tests containing 50 questions each. Each test includes an answer sheet, answer key and detailed explanations for most questions. Practitioners not interested in taking the Bio-medicine portion of the NCCAOM exam may also find the information contained in this book useful in their everyday clinical practice.

Review and Pretest for Nccaom and California Licensing Exams in Acupuncture With Point Location

Review and Pretest for Nccaom and California Licensing Exams in Acupuncture With Point Location
Author: Dongcheng Li
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2012-10-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781480198982

This book is intended to aid students preparing for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in Acupuncture with Point Locations module and, the California Acupuncture Licensing Examination. It is a concise review of Acupuncture and is intended to help the student recall material taught during the first and second years of Acupuncture school. It is not intended to substitute for comprehensive textbooks. The material is organized and divided into eight chapters. It will cover an Introduction to Acupuncture, the Twelve Primary Meridians and Their Acupoints, Eight Extra Meridians and Their Acupoints, Divergent Channels, Muscular-Sinew channels, Cutaneous Regions, Luo-connecting channels, Auricular and Scalp Acupuncture, Acupuncture Techniques, Acupuncture Treatment, Cautions of Acupoints, Regulations of States and NCCAOM, and Practice-related Issues. The knowledge points are summarized by words, concisely and clearly, with appropriate charts or pictures attached. Numerous practice questions reflecting the content and format of NCCAOM exam in Acupuncture with Point Location module are included after each chapter and six comprehensive examinations at the end of the book. These questions can be used as a pretest to identify areas of weakness or as a post test to determine mastery.

Review and Pretest for Nccaom and California Exams in Chinese Herbology

Review and Pretest for Nccaom and California Exams in Chinese Herbology
Author: Dongcheng Li
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 500
Release: 2012-06-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781477692271

This book is intended to aid the student preparing for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in Chinese Herbology module and California Acupuncture Licensing Examination. It is a concise review of Chinese Herbology and is intended to help the student recall material taught during the second and third years of Acupuncture schools. It is not intended to substitute for comprehensive textbook. This book is highly recommended to be used to combine with my another book Chinese Herbology Practice Tests which includes over 2700 herbal practice questions.

Biomedicine Review

Biomedicine Review
Author: Catherine Follis
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2013-10-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9780991022502

This review manual will assist Acupuncture students as they prepare for the Biomedicine portion of their certification exam. It is also useful for Acupuncturists currently in practice who may wish to review Biomedical concepts. This manual contains a review of the anatomy and physiology of all systems of the body, pathologies and common red flags, the physical exam and history taking, abnormal physical examination findings, imaging and diagnostic tests, orthopedic tests, laboratory tests (blood, urine, fecal), pharmaceuticals, nutrition and supplements, safety practices in the clinical setting (OSHA, universal precautions), CPR and First Aid, and practice management (insurance, SOAP charting, HIPAA, CPT codes, ICD codes, E&M codes, referral guidelines, scope of practice). The manual also contains over 350 practice test questions.

Handouts for NCCAOM Board Preparation Course in Acupuncture with Point Location

Handouts for NCCAOM Board Preparation Course in Acupuncture with Point Location
Author: Dongcheng Li
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-10-21
Genre: Acupuncture
ISBN: 9781518696084

This handout is intended to aid the student preparing for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in Acupuncture with Point Location module and California Acupuncture Licensing Examination. It is designed for the Board preparation course and should be used with another book "Review and Pretest for NCCAOM and California Licensing Exams in Acupuncture with Point Location (2015 Edition)". This handout can be also used for self-study. This handout is organized and divided into four weeks class meetings and assignments. It covers weekly Reading Materials, weekly Knowledge/Test Points, weekly Class Discussion Questions, weekly Class Quiz, weekly Home Assignments, weekly Questions, and weekly Class Assignments Answer Key. By consistent four weeks study, the student can be ready to take the National Board exam in Acupuncture with Point Location.

Medicinal Leech Therapy

Medicinal Leech Therapy
Author: Andreas Michalsen
Publisher: Thieme
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3131618914

Medicinal leech therapy has undergone a renaissance in recent years, both in terms of how well the effects of using leeches are understood,and in the discovery of new clinical applications that have resulted in remarkable outcomes. This timely book introduces the basic principles of using leeches in clinical practice, and clearly sets out the methodology and potentialapplications. Emphasis is given to those areas of medicine where scientific studies have already provided firm evidence of success -- treatment of arthrosis and pain is already benefiting from this highly effective therapy.Excellent instructions for the use of leeches cover the full spectrum of possible applications, while the encouraging new developments in research are also addressed. This valuable guide for physicians to this important therapy comes from the acknowledged experts in the field.

Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations

Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations
Author: Stanley Jablonski
Publisher: Hanley & Belfus
Total Pages:
Release: 2004-09
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781560536512

This dictionary lists acronyms and abbreviations occurring with a reasonable frequency in the literature of medicine and the health care professions. Abbreviations and acronyms are given in capital letters, with no punctuation, and with concise definitions. The beginning sections also include symbols, genetic symbols, and the Greek alphabet and symbols.