parkinson's Flashcards
1
Q
What med can be added to help with Parkinson’s sx but causes impulsivity SE?
A
Ropinirole (dopamine agonist).
2
Q
What condition does the pt most likely have if given a Parkinson drug and they develop hallucinations?
A
Lewy Body dementia!
3
Q
Sx of parkinsons?
A
Asymmetric tremor
slowing down
writing smaller (micrographia)
orthostatic hypotension
constipation (autonomic sx).
4
Q
Early Parkinson Sx?
A
Constipation, smell changes, REM sleep disturbances (i.e. falling out of bed)
5
Q
Test that is NOT helpful in Parkinson’s Dx
A
MRI
6
Q
Late symptom seen in Parkinson’s
A
Cognitive Dysfunction
7
Q
Med that helps Sinemet work better in later stage Parkinson’s
A
Amantadine
