MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

HEMIPARESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A client with suspected Parkinson disease is initially being assessed by the nurse. When is the best time to assess for the presence of a tremor?
A
When the client is ambulating
B
When the client is preparing his or her meal tray to eat
C
When the client is resting
D
When the client is participating in occupational therapy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The 3 cardinal signs of Parkinson disease are resting tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia.

Detailed explanation-2: -Assessment. Cardinal features of PD are bradykinesia, resting tremor, and muscle rigidity. Some patients also have stooped posture, altered gait, dystonia, fatigue, muscle cramps, drooling, sexual dysfunction, masklike facial expression, dysphagia, and speech problems.

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