RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 46, Issue 3, Article 2 — Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians

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1. . Which of the following best describes an orthosis?

a. it is often used interchangeably with the term ‘brace’

b. a device which provides external structure to a joint or series of joints

c. an orthopedic brace used to support a weak or injured limb

d. all of the above

2. A prosthesis ___________ part of a limb, or augments a deficient limb or limb segment.

a. replaces

b. supports

c. restores

3. Which of the following categories of device fabrication best describes a device that is made using a cast of the patient’s affected limb, and allows precise shape capture?

a. off-the-shelf

b. semi-custom

c. custom

4. There are currently many certification programs available for veterinary orthotics and prosthetics.

a. true

b. false

5. Ideally, a qualified V-OP fabricator will:

a. be a certified human orthotics and prosthetics professional

b. have ample experience working with animals

c. have a close working relationship with referring veterinarians and certified animal physical rehabilitation professionals

d. all of the above

6. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

a. The patient’s veterinarian must first thoroughly assess and diagnose the patient’s condition before referral to a V-OP specialist can occur

b. Devices are meant to be worn for all of the patient’s inactive and unsupervised times, as well as for all active, supervised times

c. The patient’s caregiver is responsible for proper donning and doffing of the device, ongoing monitoring of the patient’s skin, and maintenance of the device

d. a & c

7. What is the correct order, from first to last, with regards to the steps of device fabrication?

a. casting, modification, test-fit, lamination, final fitting

b. fitting, modification, casting, lamination, test-fit, final fitting

c. casting, test-fit, modification, final fitting, lamination

d. none of the above

8. Which of the following might be reasons for choosing orthopedic bracing?

a. surgical correction is not an option or has been unsuccessful

b. the patient is at an advanced age or perceived increased anesthetic risk

c. there are concerns about financial costs of surgery or post-op recovery

d. all of the above

9. All of the following scenarios are generally amenable to prosthesis fitting EXCEPT:

a. a dog with a congenital limb difference

b. a dog that has had an amputation at the level of the tarsus

c. a dog that has had a hind limb amputation at the level of the hip

d. a dog that has had an amputation at the level of the metacarpals

10. Which of the following would be expected as part of a general V-OP physical rehabilitation program?

a. weight bearing exercises

b. proprioceptive exercises

c. strengthening exercises

d. all of the above

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