Nervous System Diseases

Question 1

The suffix that means “paralysis” is

Answer 1

-plegia

Question 2

A head tilt, nystagmus, ataxia, loss of balance and sometimes nausea are symptoms of

Answer 2

idiopathic vestibular disease

Question 3

Which of these is NOT an anticonvulsant medication?

Answer 3

Tiletamine

Question 4

The malformation/misarticulation of the cervical vertebrae, typically affects Great Danes or Doberman Pinchers is commonly known as

Answer 4

Wobblers syndrome

Question 5

What condition would a “ Tie-Back” surgery be used for?

Answer 5

laryngeal paralysis

Question 6

How do you test for superficial pain during a neurological exam? 

Answer 6

pinching the web between the toes

Question 7

Describe the gait of a patient with paraparesis

Answer 7

weak in the back legs but can still walk

Question 8

Describe the gait of a patient with paraplegia

Answer 8

paralyzed in the back legs

Question 9

Which of the following diagnostic tests would help diagnose or rule out neurological disease?

Answer 9

MRI

Question 10

Which of the following is an appropriate treatment for a patient who is having a seizure in the hospital?

Answer 10

Diazepam (Valium)

Question 11

What are the 6 categories of a neurologic exam?

Answer 11

Posture and Gate
Mentation
Cranial Nerves
Spinal Reflexes
Spinal palpation/pain perception
Postural reactions

Question 12

What breeds are genetically predisposed to IVDD? Either breed category or specific breeds. List at least TWO for full credit.

Answer 12

Short legged dogs such as basset hounds, Daushhound.