Parkinsons Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Chronic progressive
Impaired ability to control voluntary movements
2
Q
Signs + symptoms
TRAP
A
Tremor at rest
Rigidity
Akinesia (slow mov)
Postural instability
3
Q
Dopamine
A
Neurotransmitter
Nerve cells producing die -> Parkinsons
Helps control movement + coordination
Symptoms appear when ~80% lost
Exercise may prevent/delay loss
4
Q
Factors influencing nutritional status (7)
A
Reduced energy intake Decline in cognition affecting interest High energy expenditure from tremors Swallowing issues Postural instability Slow movement Hard to eat with tremor (drool, embarrassment)
5
Q
Nutritional assessment
A
A - MUCA hard to measure
B - Vit D + Ca assessed
C - swallow, motor skills
D - charts, history, texture modify, fortification, supplements, adapted cutlery
Drugs (Levodopa)
6
Q
Progression
A
Hard to predict as vary variable condition
