CCAT Patient Assessment & Treatment Planning 2

Question 1

When performing a gait analysis on a dog post-TPLO surgery, which observation most strongly suggests incomplete rehabilitation progress?

Accepted Answer

Toe-touching only during stance phase at 8 weeks post-op

Answer

Toe-touching only (non-weight-bearing) at 8 weeks post-TPLO indicates inadequate rehabilitation progress, as full weight-bearing should typically be achieved earlier.

Question 2

Which outcome measure tool is most appropriate for tracking functional mobility in a geriatric cat with osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

Feline Musculoskeletal Pain Index (FMPI)

Answer

The Feline Musculoskeletal Pain Index (FMPI) is a validated owner-reported outcome measure specifically designed to assess pain and function in cats with musculoskeletal disease.

Question 3

A rehabilitation therapist documents 'end-feel' during passive range of motion. Which end-feel type indicates joint pathology requiring further veterinary evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Empty end-feel with pain before resistance

Answer

Empty end-feel occurs when the patient's pain stops the movement before the therapist reaches the normal tissue limit, indicating significant pathology such as acute inflammation or fracture.

Question 4

During initial assessment of a dog with suspected cervical disc disease, which neurological test helps differentiate cervical from thoracolumbar involvement?

Accepted Answer

Conscious proprioception of the thoracic limb

Answer

Conscious proprioception deficits in the thoracic limbs help localize a lesion to the cervical spine, distinguishing it from thoracolumbar disease which primarily affects pelvic limb proprioception.

Question 5

A treatment plan for a dog with grade III hip osteoarthritis should prioritize which combination of goals?

Accepted Answer

Pain management, maintain or improve ROM, and strengthen supporting musculature

Answer

For grade III osteoarthritis, realistic goals include multimodal pain management, preserving functional ROM, and strengthening periarticular muscles to reduce joint load.

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CCAT Patient Assessment & Treatment Planning 2