A patient with Parkinson’s Disease has slow movements that affects their swallowing, facial expressions, and ability to coordinate movements. As the nurse you will document the patient has: aAkinesia b“Freeze up” tremors cBradykinesia dPill-rolling

You’re caring for a patient with Parkinson’s Disease that has tremors. Select the option that is INCORRECT about tremors experienced in this disease: aThe tremors are most likely to occur with purposeful movements. bA common term used to describe the tremors in the hands and fingers is called “pill-rolling”. cTremors are one of the most common signs and symptoms in Parkinson’s Disease. dTremors in this disease can occur in the hands, fingers, arms, legs and even the lips and tongue.

Dyskinesia, a common movement disorder associated with Parkinson Disease, is best defined as reduced movement speed and amplitude. difficulty initiating movements. overactivity of muscles. alternating rythmic activity in antagonistic muscles.

You’re providing free education to a local community group about the signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. Select ALL the signs and symptoms a patient could experience with this disease: aCoordination issues bFreezing of extremities cShuffling of gait dremors with purposeful movement

The nurse is teaching a client with Parkinson's disease about dietary considerations. The nurse understands that this client is at highest risk forA. constipation and drooling.B. drooling and a loss of appetite.C. loose stools and choking.D. dysphagia and aspiration.

Intention tremor is associated with dysfunction of: