PD

Question 1

4 Classic PD Sx

Answer 1

Rigidity
Bradykinesia
Resting Tremor
Impaired Postural Reflexes

Question 2

5 Stages of PD

Answer 2

1. Minimal disability - unilateral sx
2. Minimal Bilateral involvement - no balance issues
3. Impaired balance - some activity restrictions
4. All sx present and severe - stands/walks with assistance
5. Confinement to bed or w/c

Question 3

Cognitive issues with PD?

Answer 3

Late stage dementia

Question 4

Communication Issues with PD?

Answer 4

Dysarthria
Hypophonia & Hypographia
Mutism in late stages
Mask-like expression

Question 5

Oromotor issues with PD?

Answer 5

Difficulty swallowing

Question 6

Sensation issues wit h PD?

Answer 6

Cramp like sensations that are poorly localized, along with aching and stiffness
Restlessness

Question 7

Akathisia

Answer 7

Restlessness

Question 8

Vision wiht PD

Answer 8

Blurring
Cogwheel eye pursuit
Eye irritation from decreased blinking
Decreased pupillary reflexes

Question 9

Common hand movement with PD?

Answer 9

Pill rolling

Question 10

Gait with PD

Answer 10

Festination

Question 11

Diet changes on levodopa?

Answer 11

Effect better with low-protein diet

Question 12

What type of drug controls tremor in PD?

Answer 12

Anticholinergic

Question 13

What drug enhances dopamine release in PD?

Answer 13

Amantadine