Chapter 1: Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

1. In cases of hip dysplasia, which passive movement of the coxofemoral (hip) joint is usually most restricted and painful?
   

   b  Extension

   
   
2. If an animal is 5/5 lame in the left pelvic limb for more than 2 weeks, what changes can be expected in the affected limb?
   

   a  Generalised muscle atrophy, tight hip flexors, and weak hamstrings.

   
   
3. Incomplete ossification of the humeral condyle (IOHC) is a condition mostly seen in:
   

   d  Springer spaniels

   
   
4. When considering the pain gate control theory, which of the following would lead to pain perception in the brain?
   

   c  C fibre stimulation

   
   
5. Which of the following inhibits pain perception in the brain?
   

   b  A-beta fibres

   
   
6. Which of the following is not considered to be a strengthening exercise?
   

   d  Passive range of motion exercises

   
   
7. When using which piece of electrotherapy, must dark-green lens glasses be worn for eye protection?
   

   b  Laser machine

   
   
8. Which of the following is not a naturally occurring opioid?
   

   a  Methadone

   
   
9. Which exercise would most challenge a patient’s balance?
   

   d  Patient standing with all four limbs on a moving wobble board.

   
   
10. What is the sequence of cranial cruciate disease events?
    

    a  Stifle instability, articular cartilage degeneration, capsular fibrosis, reduced ROM.

Chapter 2: Neurology