NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST 2009 to 2015 Question Papers Dr. MGR University

Dr. MGR University February 2009 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[KU 987] Sub. Code: 5182
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE EXAMINATION
Fourth Year
Non-Semester Regulations and Seventh Semester
(Modified / New Modified Regulations)
NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
(CLINICAL NEUROLOGY)
Q.P. Code : 745182
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer All questions
Draw suitable diagrams wherever necessary
I. Essays: (2 x 15 = 30)
1. Describe the clinical features, Aetiological factors and the management
 of cerebral palsy.
2. Discuss Gullain Barre syndrome its clinical course and management.
II. Short Notes : (10 x 5 = 50)
1. Wrist Drop.
2. Entrapment Neuropathy.
3. Spina Bifida Occulta.
4. Extra Dural Haematoma.
5. Spondylolisthesis.
6. Visual field defects.
7. Tremors.
8. Cervical spondylosis.
9. Meningo myelocoele.
 10. Diabetic neuritis.
III. Short Answer: (10 x 2 = 20)
1. Neuro transmitters.
2. Glasgow coma scale.
3. Muscle spindle.
4. Neurogenic Bladder.
5. Aqueduct stenosis.
6. Claw Hand.
7. Froin’s syndrome.
8. Intra cranial tumours.
9. Conus medullaris.
 10. Myasthenia Gravis.
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Dr. MGR University August 2009 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[KV 987] Sub. Code: 5182
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE EXAMINATION
Fourth Year
Non-Semester Regulations and Seventh Semester
(Modified / New Modified Regulations)
NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
(CLINICAL NEUROLOGY)
Q.P. Code : 745182
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer All questions
Draw suitable diagrams wherever necessary
I. Essays: (2 x 15 = 30)
1. Draw the cross section of spinal cord and describe the functions of
 spinal cord tracts and discuss the clinical features of a D10 Transverse
 myelitis.
2. Describe the clinical features of different type of traumatic brain injury
 and the pathophysiology and first aid to these patients.
II. Short Notes : (10 x 5 = 50)
1. Sensory ataxia.
2. Normal pressure hydrocephalus.
3. CSF in TB meningitis.
4. Radial nerve palsy.
5. Syringomyelia.
6. Circle of willis.
7. Bever’s Sign.
8. Flaccid paraplegia.
9. Poly myositis.
 10. Autism.
III. Short Answer: (10 x 2 = 20)
1. Features of lower motor neuron paralysis.
2. Anal reflex.
3. Brain death.
4. Anti epileptic drug.
5. Electromyography.
6. Brachial plexus.
7. Lumbar puncture.
8. Extra ocular muscles of the eye.
9. Gower’s sign.
 10. Grades of spasticity.
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Dr. MGR University February 2010 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[KW 987] Sub. Code: 5182
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE EXAMINATION
Fourth Year
Non-Semester Regulations and Seventh Semester
(Modified / New Modified Regulations)
NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
(CLINICAL NEUROLOGY)
Q.P. Code : 745182
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer All questions.
Draw suitable diagrams wherever necessary
I. Essays: (2 x 15 = 30)
1. Draw the diagram of internal capsule and discuss various causes of
lesions in the internal capsule and describe the clinical features of a
lesion.
2. Discuss epilepsy under the following headings:
a) Definition b) Pathophysiology and c) Causes.
 Describe in detail a typical episode of tonic and clonic seizure.
II. Short Notes : (10 x 5 = 50)
1. CSF in pyogenic meningites.
2. Parkinson’s disease.
3. Waddling gait.
4. Clinical features of brain stem injury.
5. Entrapment neuropathies.
6. Myasthenic crisis.
7. Charcot joints.
8. Bell’s palsy.
9. Brain death.
 10. Micturition reflex.
III. Short Answer: (10 x 2 = 20)
1. Dermatomes of upper limb.
2. Neural pathway of knee jerk.
3. Motor supply of median nerve.
4. Moro’s reflex.
5. Clinical features of deep peroneal nerve injury.
6. Poliomyelitis.
7. Traumatic paraplegia.
8. Meralgia paraesthetica.
9. Lower motor neuron lesion.
 10. Composition of CSF.
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Dr. MGR University August 2010 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[KX 987] Sub. Code : 5182
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE EXAMINATION
Fourth Year Non-Semester Regulations and Seventh Semester
(Modified / New Modified Regulations)
NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
(CLINICAL NEUROLOGY)
Q.P. Code : 745182
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
Draw suitable diagrams wherever necessary
I. Essays: (2X15=30)
1. Describe the etiology and classification of Cerebral palsy. Outline the
clinical features and management of 2 years old child with Spastic
Diplegia.
2. Draw the Cross – section of the Spinal cord and describe the functions of
Spinal cord tracts. Discuss the clinical features of D10 Transverse Myelitis.
II. Short Notes : (10X5=50)
1. Foot Drop.
2. Peripheral Nerve Injury.
3. Carpel Tunnel Syndrome.
4. Trigeminal Neuralgia.
5. Circle of Willis.
6. Status Epilepticus.
7. Sensory Ataxia.
8. Waddling Gait.
9. Spina Bifida.
10. Dementia.
III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)
1. Rheumatic Paraplegia.
2. Poliomyelitis.
3. Grades of Spasticity.
4. Anal Reflex.
5. Scissor Gait.
6. Wrist Drop.
7. Lumbar Puncture.
8. Brain Death.
9. Gower’s Sign.
10. Bever’s Sign.
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Dr. MGR University February 2011 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[KY 987] Sub. Code : 5182
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE EXAMINATION
Fourth Year Non-Semester Regulations and Seventh Semester
(Modified / New Modified Regulations)
NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
(CLINICAL NEUROLOGY)
Q.P. Code : 745182
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
Draw suitable diagrams wherever necessary
I. Essays: (2X15=30)
1. Describe the definitions pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical
manifestation, laboratory investigation and treatment of Guillan Barre
Syndrome.
2. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment of
Myasthenia Gravis. (5+3+3+4)
II. Short Notes : (10X5=50)
1. Ataxia.
2. Bell’s palsy.
3. Motor neuron disease.
4. Acute transverse myelitis.
5. Multiple sclerosis – Types.
6. Ulnar neuropathy.
7. Becker muscular dystrophy.
8. Cerebral palsy.
9. Etiopathogenic causes of dementia.
10. Management of stroke.
III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)
1. Tremor.
2. Anterior spinal artery syndrome.
3. CSF picture (Cerebro spinal fluid) in Guillan Barre syndrome.
4. Name some demyelinating diseases.
5. Kernig’s sign.
6. Cerebral diplegia.
7. Gait in Parkinson’s disease.
8. Partial seizure.
9. Myasthenic crisis.
10. Superficial reflexes.
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Dr. MGR University August 2011 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[KZ 6264] Sub. Code : 6264
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY EXAMINATION
FOURTH YEAR / SEVENTH SEMESTER
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY / NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Q.P. Code : 746264
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
I. LONG ESSAYS (2X20=40)
1. Define Neuro Muscular junction. Discuss in detail about the causes, clinical
features, Investigation and Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis.
2. Define TONE. Enumerate the difference between Spasticity and Rigidity.
Discuss in detail about the assessment, Investigations Management of
Spasticity.
II. SHORT NOTES (8X5=40)
1. Bell’s Palsy.
2. Trigeminal Neuralgia.
3. Theories of PAIN.
4. Subarachinoid Hemorrhage.
5. Tuberculous Meningitis – Sequale.
6. Hydrocephalus.
7. Seddon’s Classification.
8. Tumors of Spinal Cord.
III. SHORT ANSWERS (10X2=20)
1. Beever’s Sign.
2. C6 Myotome.
3. Gower Sign.
4. Brocas Aphasia.
5. Cross Hemiplegia.
6. High Stepping Gait.
7. Argyl – Robertson pupil.
8. Ulnar Claw Hand.
9. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
10. Athetosis.
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2012 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LB 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
FOURTH YEAR / SEVENTH SEMESTER BPT EXAM
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY / NEUROLOGY
FOR PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Q.P. Code: 746264
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
(180 Min) Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on: Pages Time Marks
 (Max.)(Max.)(Max.)
1. Discuss the bladder control and the various type of
Neurology related bladder dysfunction. 19 33 20
2. Classify and discuss on Hydrocephalus. 19 33 20
II. Write Notes on:
1. Ataxic cerebral palsy. 3 8 5
2. Closed Head Injury. 3 8 5
3. Third ventricle of brain. 3 8 5
4. Memory. 3 8 5
5. Grading of Muscle Power. 3 8 5
6. Dorsal roots. 3 8 5
7. Disc Prolapse. 3 8 5
8. Glioma. 3 8 5
III. Short Answers:
1. Uppor motor neuron facial weakness. 1 5 2
2. Hemisensory loss. 1 5 2
3. Anosmia. 1 5 2
4. Jaw Jerk. 1 5 2
5. Lacunar Stroke. 1 5 2
6. Dementia. 1 5 2
7. Myotonia. 1 5 2
8. Motor aphasia. 1 5 2
9. Brain stem. 1 5 2
10.Hemianopia. 1 5 2
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Dr. MGR University FEBRUARY 2013 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LC 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
FOURTH YEAR / SEVENTH SEMESTER BPT EXAM
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY / NEUROLOGY FOR
PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Q.P. Code: 746264
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
(180 Min)
I. Elaborate on: (2x20=40)
1. Discuss in detail about Tuberculous infection of central nervous system.
2. Discuss in detail about various types of entrapment Neuropathies.
II.Short Notes : (8×5=40)
1. Lower motor neuron weakness.
2. Waddling gait.
3. Vertigo.
4. Truncal ataxia.
5. Tone.
6. Posture.
7. Ankle Jerk.
8. Referred pain.
9. Ptosis.
10.Saddle anaesthesia.
III. Short Answers (10×2=20)
1. Nystagmus.
2. Neurogenic claundication.
3. Biceps Jerk.
4. Monoplegia.
5. Dysarthria.
6. Mid brain.
7. Subdural hematoma.
8. Hyperacusis.
9. Horner’s syndrome.
10.Rigidity.
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2013 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LD 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
FOURTH YEAR/SEVENTH SEMESTER BPT EXAM
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY / NEUROLOGY FOR
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Q.P. Code : 746264
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)
1. Discuss in detail the etiology, clinical features, investigation and
management of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
2. Discuss in detail the etiology, clinical features, investigation and
management of Spastic Cerebral Palsy
II. Write Notes on: (8X5=40)
1. ADEM
2. Meningitis
3. Diabetic neuropathy
4. Craniovertebral junction anomalies
5. MND and its management.
6. Thoracic outlet syndrome
7. Define pain and its management
8. Dementia and its management
III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)
1. Ashworth scale of spasticity
2. What is Syringobulbia?
3. Risk factors for stroke
4. CSF changes in GBS.
5. Drugs used in the management of HIV
6. Clinical signs of Hydrocephalus
7. Deformities seen in CP
8. What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy ?
9. Diagnostic tests in the examination of Peripheral nerve disorder
10.Commonly used therapeutic management of tumors
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Dr. MGR University FEBRUARY 2014 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LE 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
FOURTH YEAR/SEVENTH SEMESTER BPT EXAM
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY / NEUROLOGY FOR
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Q.P. Code : 746264
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)
1. Write in detail about causes, types and clinical features of spinal cord injury
patient.
2. Explain the causes, clinical features and management of Spina Bifida
II. Write Notes on: (8X5=40)
1. Communicating Hydrocephalus.
2. Any two secondary complications of Stroke.
3. Athetoid Cerebral Palsy.
4. Hoehn - Yahr classification of disability.
5. Sensory assessment
6. Myeloma.
7. Lumbar Disc Prolapse.
8. Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis
III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)
1. Meryon Sign.
2. Pallidotomy.
3. Gower’s sign.
4. CSF Rhinorrhea.
5. Racoon eyes head injury.
6. Wrist drop deformity.
7. Horner syndrome.
8. Polar brain damage.
9. Grasp Reflex.
10.Flaccid Bladder.
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2014 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LF 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
FOURTH YEAR/SEVENTH SEMESTER BPT EXAM
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
Q.P. Code : 746264
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)
1. Discuss in detail about types, clinical features and management
of Cerebral palsy.
2. Explain the causes, clinical features and management of Hydrocephalus.
II. Write Notes on: (8X5=40)
1. Pathophysiology of Parkinson diseases.
2. Myelomeningocele.
3. Speech and language disorders in stroke.
4. Indirect complications of Spinal cord Injury.
5. Dementia.
6. Any two types of muscular dystrophy.
7. Cervical Disc Prolapse.
8. Metastatic Tumour.
III. Short Answer: (10X2=20)
1. Lhermittes’ Sign.
2. Transient Ischemic Attack.
3. Define multiple sclerosis.
4. Associated Reactions.
5. Heterotopic Ossiications.
6. Claw hand deformity.
7. Straight Leg Raise Test.
8. Muscle Tone.
9. Asymmetric Tonic Neck Reflex.
10.Reflex Bladder.
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Dr. MGR University FEBRUARY 2015 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LG 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
FOURTH YEAR/SEVENTH SEMESTER BPT EXAM
CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
Q.P. Code : 746264
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Describe epilepsy. Classify epilepsy, describe the pathology, pathogenesis clinical
features and management of epilepsy.
2. Describe in detail the aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical features and management of
Multiple sclerosis.
II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)
1. Upper limb tension test
2. Rigidity
3. Involuntary movements
4. Median nerve injury
5. Disorders of gait
6. HIV infection of the brain
7. Brown - Sequard syndrome
8. Syringomyelia
III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)
1. Glasgow coma scale
2. Dysmetria
3. Bells phenomenon
4. Claude syndrome
5. Transient Ischemic Attack
6. Dysesthesia
7. Charcot’s triad
8. Anterior cord syndrome
9. Jacksonian seizures
10.Battle’s sign
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2015 Question Paper
Subject : NEUROLOGY FOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

[LH 6264] Sub. Code: 6264
B.P.T. DEGREE EXAMINATION
FOURTH YEAR
PAPER I - CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
Q.P. Code: 746264
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Describe in detail the aetiology, clinical features, pathology, pathogenesis and
 management of Parkinson’s disease.
 2. Classify Muscular dystrophy. Describe in detail the aetiology, clinical features
 and management of Duchenne Muscular dystrophy.
II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)
 1. Neurosyphilis.
 2. Neurogenic bladder.
 3. Blood supply of the brain.
 4. Diagnostic criteria for GBS.
 5. Diabetic neuropathy.
 6. Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis.
 7. Spinal Aracnoiditis.
 8. Arnold - chiari malformation.
III. Short Answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)
 1. Osserman’s classification.
 2. Chaddock’s sign.
 3. Kernig’s sign.
 4. Apraxia.
 5. Cerebellar gait.
 6. Ramiste’s phenomenon.
 7. Inverted radial reflex.
 8. Spasticity.
 9. Platybasia.
10. Myoclonus.
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