Flashcards in Parkinson's Disease Deck (11)
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1
This disease is caused by a depletion of ____? (Parkinson's Disease)
Dopamine
2
What are the signs of Parkinson's disease?
Bradykinesia, tremors in hands and feet at rest, rigidity, shuffling steps. loss of balance
3
Is this disease process fast or slow?
Slow, progressive
4
What are the nursing interventions?
Assess neuro status and swallowing ability, saftey assist with ambulation, encourage fluids, high-calorie and fiber meals, low protein diet
5
What medications are prescribed?
Anti-Parkinson's, Anti-cholinergics
6
When taking anti-cholinergics, clients should increase _____ to avoid ______
Fiber, constipation
7
What are the other side effects of anti-cholinergics?
Blurred vision, dry mouth, photophobia, tachycardia
8
What medication will be given to replace dopamine?
Levodopa or Caridopa- levodopa
9
Do not take dopamine replacement medications with _____, as this may cause a hypertensive crisis
MAOIs
10
Teach clients taking Parkinson's drugs to follow a _____ _______ diet
Low- protein
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