Parkinson’s Flashcards
1
Q
Parkinson’s
A
Disease of basal ganglia
- slowing down in initiation and execution of movement
- increased muscle tone
- tremor at rest
- impaired postural reflex
2
Q
Classic Triad of PD
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Tremor
Rigidity
Bradykinesia
3
Q
Beginning stages
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Mild tremor
Slight limp
Decreased arm swing
4
Q
Later stages
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Shuffling
Propulsive gait with arms flexed
Loss of postural reflexes
5
Q
Tremor
A
Minimal initially
More prominent at rest
Pill rolling
Diaphragm, tongue, lips, and jaw
6
Q
Rigidity
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Jerky quality when joint is moved
Caused by sustained muscle contraction
Elicits complaints of soreness, tired/achy, pain
7
Q
Bradykinesia
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Slowing down in initiation and execution
Loss in: Blinking, swinging of arms, swallowing of saliva, self expression
8
Q
Other therapies
A
- deep brain stimulation
- easily chewable food, several small meals
