CARB-TCMPA Acupuncturist Exam case studies
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The Pan-Canadian Entry-level Examinations in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, often called the Pan-Canadian Examinations or PCE, are administered by CARB-TCMPA, the Canadian Alliance of Regulatory Bodies of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists. CARB-TCMPA describes itself as the national forum and voice of provincial regulatory authorities established by provincial legislation, with founding members from British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Newfoundland and Labrador. The examinations assess the occupational competencies of entry-level TCM and acupuncture professionals that are required for safe, competent, and ethical practice. Successful completion is required for registration as a TCM Practitioner, Acupuncturist, or TCM Herbalist, along with other requirements imposed by the provincial regulators. The CARB-TCMPA Acupuncturist Exam case studies are 5 cases and about 2,340 words.
1Anticoagulant and Bleeding Risk Before Needling
A 68-year-old man presents for his fourth acupuncture session for chronic low back pain. He reports that two weeks ago his cardiologist started him on apixaban 5 mg twice daily after a transient ischemic attack.
540 words, about 3 min2Herb-Drug Interaction in a Patient on Warfarin
A 57-year-old woman seeks herbal consultation for insomnia and irregular menstruation. Her medication list includes warfarin 4 mg daily for a mechanical mitral valve, metoprolol, and atorvastatin.
476 words, about 2 min3Sudden Neurologic Symptoms During a Session
A 62-year-old woman is receiving acupuncture for neck pain and tension headache. She has hypertension treated with amlodipine and a 30-pack-year smoking history.
430 words, about 2 min4Pregnancy, Acupuncture, and an Herbal Request
A 31-year-old woman at 22 weeks gestation presents with nausea, fatigue, and low back pain. She is under prenatal care and her pregnancy has been uncomplicated apart from mild anemia.
454 words, about 2 min5Diabetic Patient with a Foot Ulcer
A 60-year-old man with type 2 diabetes requests acupuncture for peripheral neuropathy in both feet. His hemoglobin A1c is 9.1 percent.
440 words, about 2 min