Parkinson’s Disease

Question 1

Parkinson’s Disease

Answer 1

a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination

Question 2

s/s or symptoms :

Answer 2

fine,
slowly spreading tremors,
muscular weakness,
lack of facial expression,
slow speech,
“pill-rolling” rigidity,
shuffling gait

Question 3

Tx or treatment :

Answer 3

Medication for muscle rigidity and lethargy

Question 4

characterstic :

Answer 4

Poor prognosis