CALE (CALIFORNIA ACUPUNCTURE LICENSING EXAM) COVERAGE
The California Acupuncture Licensing Examination (CALE),
administered by the California Acupuncture Board, evaluates a
candidate's knowledge and clinical competence in the practice of
acupuncture and traditional East Asian medicine. The coverage
includes acupuncture theory, meridians and acupoint location,
diagnostic methods, and treatment planning based on traditional
principles. It also assesses knowledge of herbal medicine, nutrition,
and adjunct therapies commonly used in practice. Additional focus
areas include Western medical concepts, anatomy and physiology,
pathology, safety procedures, and infection control. The exam further
emphasizes legal and ethical standards, patient care, and clinical
decision-making. Overall, the exam ensures candidates are qualified
,to provide safe, effective, and professional acupuncture services in
California.
,Naomi has had headaches for the past 12 years. They started when she
was 22 years old. Headaches occur on the vertex (top of the head)
and behind her eyes. When asked how often she has them, she said at
this point the headaches occur every day. They start with a dull pain
and increase in intensity and severity and are accompanied by nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. When a headache starts, Naomi says she feels
best if she lays down in a dark room. Her tongue is Pale and Thin and
her pulse is Weak on the right side and slightly Wiry on the left side.
What is the diagnosis for this case?
A. Liver Qi Stagnation with Liver overacting on Spleen and Stomach
B. Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency with Liver Qi Stagnation
C. Liver Yang Rising due to Liver Blood Deficiency; Liver overacting on
Spleen and Stomach
D. Liver Yang Rising due to Liver Yin Deficiency
, C
Leon, age 44, has gained a lot of weight recently. His face is round like
the moon and his blood pressure is rising. There are red lines on his
belly. What is his problem?
A. Myxedema
B. Diabetes Mellitus
C. Cushing Syndrome
D. Hashimoto
C
The California Acupuncture Licensing Examination (CALE),
administered by the California Acupuncture Board, evaluates a
candidate's knowledge and clinical competence in the practice of
acupuncture and traditional East Asian medicine. The coverage
includes acupuncture theory, meridians and acupoint location,
diagnostic methods, and treatment planning based on traditional
principles. It also assesses knowledge of herbal medicine, nutrition,
and adjunct therapies commonly used in practice. Additional focus
areas include Western medical concepts, anatomy and physiology,
pathology, safety procedures, and infection control. The exam further
emphasizes legal and ethical standards, patient care, and clinical
decision-making. Overall, the exam ensures candidates are qualified
,to provide safe, effective, and professional acupuncture services in
California.
,Naomi has had headaches for the past 12 years. They started when she
was 22 years old. Headaches occur on the vertex (top of the head)
and behind her eyes. When asked how often she has them, she said at
this point the headaches occur every day. They start with a dull pain
and increase in intensity and severity and are accompanied by nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. When a headache starts, Naomi says she feels
best if she lays down in a dark room. Her tongue is Pale and Thin and
her pulse is Weak on the right side and slightly Wiry on the left side.
What is the diagnosis for this case?
A. Liver Qi Stagnation with Liver overacting on Spleen and Stomach
B. Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency with Liver Qi Stagnation
C. Liver Yang Rising due to Liver Blood Deficiency; Liver overacting on
Spleen and Stomach
D. Liver Yang Rising due to Liver Yin Deficiency
, C
Leon, age 44, has gained a lot of weight recently. His face is round like
the moon and his blood pressure is rising. There are red lines on his
belly. What is his problem?
A. Myxedema
B. Diabetes Mellitus
C. Cushing Syndrome
D. Hashimoto
C
