PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
.While preparing a horse that has been in a therapeutic riding program for many years, the instructor observes that the animal's bursa
and deep
digital flexor tendon areas are inflamed. The horse does not shoe any signs of lameness. What is MOST LIKELY the cause?
A.Carpitis
B.Capped Elbow
C.Dorsal metacarpal disease
D.Windpuffs: Windpuffs
2.From the picture below, what is the proper foot falls for an equine at the trot?: 2, 1, 1, 2
3.While warming up an equine at the trot, the instructor observes the horse's head pop up and then drop down dramatically and uncharacteristically and with the rhythm of the trot. What is happening?
A.When a lame foot strikes the ground, the horse's head pops up. When a sound foot strikes the ground, the horses head drops.
B.When a sound foot strikes the ground, the horses head pops up. When a lame foot strikes the ground, the horses head drops
C.When a horse has an energetic trot, the head movement is much more pronounced.
D.When a horse has an energetic trot, the horses head will drop when the rider's outside leg is too far behind the girth: When a lame foot strikes the ground, the horse's head pops up. When a sound foot strikes the ground, the horses head drops
4.A horse leader is taking an equine in the ring for a warm-up. The instructor notices the equine is walking behind the horse leader and is taking narrow, shortened steps. What is MOST LIKELY the issue to address?
A.Abcess
B.Sidebone
C.Navicular Syndrom
D.Arthritis: Arthritis
5.During a lesson, the instructor observes that an equine is swishing its
tail, nipping at people, and pinning its ears. These behaviors could likely
indicate any of the following EXCEPT:
A.Unbalanced Rider
B.Incorrect Handling by Leader
C.Increased Enrichment in class
D.Gaving too many people in Space: Increased enrichment in class PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
.A participant is sweating, breathing rapidly and refusing to comply with directions. What is the MOST LIKELY cause of this behavior PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
3 / A.Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder
B.Anxiety
C.Sensory processing disorder
D.Bipolar disorder: Anxiety
7.Why is an atlantoaxial instability test required for participants with Down syndrome?
A.Physician indicates if the heart is healthy enough for activity.
B.Physician indicates if vertebra spacing is safe for activity.
C.Physician indicates if gastrointestinal abnormalities prevent activity.
D.Physician indicates if immune disorders prevent activity: Physical indicates if vertebra spacing is safe enough for activity
8.When teaching a volunteer to support a rider, all of the following are appro- priate supports EXCEPT:
a.thigh hold
b.ankle hold
c.thigh and ankle hold
d.thigh and hip hold: Thigh and Hip hold
9.An instructor is teaching a horse leader proper procedures for an emer- gency dismount. What does the horse leader do during this event?
a.Stay with the equine.
b.Stay with rider.
c.Unclip from the horse.
d.Tie off from the horse.: Stay with the Equine
10.All of the following responsibilities can be conducted by trained volunteers EXCEPT:
a.physical warm-up of equines
b.mounting and dismounting
c.soundness check
d.cooling off of equines: Soundness Check
11.What is the BEST strategy an instructor can use to ensure they are teach- ing each component of a new skill?
A.State clear and detailed verbal instructions.
B.Perform task analysis of the skill.
C.Use knowledgeable coaches to provide prompting when needed.
D.Videotape a lesson and have a peer provide feedback.: Perform Task Analysis of the skill
12.What is hypertonia?
a.Decreased muscle tone PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
4 / b.Increased muscle tone
c.Decreased bone mass
d.Increased bone mass: Increased Muscle Tone
13.A rider with autism spectrum disorder has newly joined the class. When selecting an equine, what is typically a consideration?
a.Finding a narrow- to medium-based equine to minimize stress on joints.
b.Finding an equine that readily responds to neck reining and voice aids.
c.Finding an equine that is larger with a smooth gate.
d.Finding a non-responsive equine that is calm with movements.: Finding a non-responsive equine that is calm with movements
14.For a rider struggling to grasp and shorten the reins, what would be a suitably adaptive rein choice?
a.Ladder reins
b.Gaming reins
c.Rommel reins
d.Split reins: Ladder Reins
15.A new participant is trying on a helmet for fit. The helmet is snug, and the straps are adjusted to ensure the helmet does not tip backward or forward. What is the appropriate space between the rider's eyebrows and the helmet brim?
a.1 finger's width
b.2 fingers' width
c.3 fingers' width
d.4 fingers' width: 2 fingers' width
16.Which of the following is an appropriate aide to support a rider's foot?
a.Shoelaces to hold the rider's foot in the stirrup
b.Rubber bands to hold the rider's foot in the stirrup
c.Velcro to hold the rider's foot in the stirrup
d.Never use additional supplies to hold the rider's foot in place: Rubber Bands to hold rider's foot in place
17.How many safety checks must be completed throughout an EAAT mounted lesson?
a.1 - just before the riders mount
b.2 - before the riders mount and immediately after mounting
c.3 - before the riders mount, immediately after mounting and before any increased balanced challenge such as trot, trail ride or sharp turns
d.4 - before the riders mount, immediately after mounting, five minutes into the lesson and prior to dismount: 3
.While preparing a horse that has been in a therapeutic riding program for many years, the instructor observes that the animal's bursa
and deep
digital flexor tendon areas are inflamed. The horse does not shoe any signs of lameness. What is MOST LIKELY the cause?
A.Carpitis
B.Capped Elbow
C.Dorsal metacarpal disease
D.Windpuffs: Windpuffs
2.From the picture below, what is the proper foot falls for an equine at the trot?: 2, 1, 1, 2
3.While warming up an equine at the trot, the instructor observes the horse's head pop up and then drop down dramatically and uncharacteristically and with the rhythm of the trot. What is happening?
A.When a lame foot strikes the ground, the horse's head pops up. When a sound foot strikes the ground, the horses head drops.
B.When a sound foot strikes the ground, the horses head pops up. When a lame foot strikes the ground, the horses head drops
C.When a horse has an energetic trot, the head movement is much more pronounced.
D.When a horse has an energetic trot, the horses head will drop when the rider's outside leg is too far behind the girth: When a lame foot strikes the ground, the horse's head pops up. When a sound foot strikes the ground, the horses head drops
4.A horse leader is taking an equine in the ring for a warm-up. The instructor notices the equine is walking behind the horse leader and is taking narrow, shortened steps. What is MOST LIKELY the issue to address?
A.Abcess
B.Sidebone
C.Navicular Syndrom
D.Arthritis: Arthritis
5.During a lesson, the instructor observes that an equine is swishing its
tail, nipping at people, and pinning its ears. These behaviors could likely
indicate any of the following EXCEPT:
A.Unbalanced Rider
B.Incorrect Handling by Leader
C.Increased Enrichment in class
D.Gaving too many people in Space: Increased enrichment in class PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
.A participant is sweating, breathing rapidly and refusing to comply with directions. What is the MOST LIKELY cause of this behavior PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
3 / A.Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder
B.Anxiety
C.Sensory processing disorder
D.Bipolar disorder: Anxiety
7.Why is an atlantoaxial instability test required for participants with Down syndrome?
A.Physician indicates if the heart is healthy enough for activity.
B.Physician indicates if vertebra spacing is safe for activity.
C.Physician indicates if gastrointestinal abnormalities prevent activity.
D.Physician indicates if immune disorders prevent activity: Physical indicates if vertebra spacing is safe enough for activity
8.When teaching a volunteer to support a rider, all of the following are appro- priate supports EXCEPT:
a.thigh hold
b.ankle hold
c.thigh and ankle hold
d.thigh and hip hold: Thigh and Hip hold
9.An instructor is teaching a horse leader proper procedures for an emer- gency dismount. What does the horse leader do during this event?
a.Stay with the equine.
b.Stay with rider.
c.Unclip from the horse.
d.Tie off from the horse.: Stay with the Equine
10.All of the following responsibilities can be conducted by trained volunteers EXCEPT:
a.physical warm-up of equines
b.mounting and dismounting
c.soundness check
d.cooling off of equines: Soundness Check
11.What is the BEST strategy an instructor can use to ensure they are teach- ing each component of a new skill?
A.State clear and detailed verbal instructions.
B.Perform task analysis of the skill.
C.Use knowledgeable coaches to provide prompting when needed.
D.Videotape a lesson and have a peer provide feedback.: Perform Task Analysis of the skill
12.What is hypertonia?
a.Decreased muscle tone PATH INTL CTRI STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
4 / b.Increased muscle tone
c.Decreased bone mass
d.Increased bone mass: Increased Muscle Tone
13.A rider with autism spectrum disorder has newly joined the class. When selecting an equine, what is typically a consideration?
a.Finding a narrow- to medium-based equine to minimize stress on joints.
b.Finding an equine that readily responds to neck reining and voice aids.
c.Finding an equine that is larger with a smooth gate.
d.Finding a non-responsive equine that is calm with movements.: Finding a non-responsive equine that is calm with movements
14.For a rider struggling to grasp and shorten the reins, what would be a suitably adaptive rein choice?
a.Ladder reins
b.Gaming reins
c.Rommel reins
d.Split reins: Ladder Reins
15.A new participant is trying on a helmet for fit. The helmet is snug, and the straps are adjusted to ensure the helmet does not tip backward or forward. What is the appropriate space between the rider's eyebrows and the helmet brim?
a.1 finger's width
b.2 fingers' width
c.3 fingers' width
d.4 fingers' width: 2 fingers' width
16.Which of the following is an appropriate aide to support a rider's foot?
a.Shoelaces to hold the rider's foot in the stirrup
b.Rubber bands to hold the rider's foot in the stirrup
c.Velcro to hold the rider's foot in the stirrup
d.Never use additional supplies to hold the rider's foot in place: Rubber Bands to hold rider's foot in place
17.How many safety checks must be completed throughout an EAAT mounted lesson?
a.1 - just before the riders mount
b.2 - before the riders mount and immediately after mounting
c.3 - before the riders mount, immediately after mounting and before any increased balanced challenge such as trot, trail ride or sharp turns
d.4 - before the riders mount, immediately after mounting, five minutes into the lesson and prior to dismount: 3
