PD: TRAP cards Flashcards
1
Q
tremor is often the ___ sign
A
first
2
Q
tremors are initially _____ and more ____ @ rest
A
minimal
prominent
3
Q
tremors are aggravated by (2)
A
emotional stress
increased concentration
4
Q
pt can have a ___ ___ hand tremor
A
pill rolling
5
Q
what is rigidity
A
increased resistance to passive motion when limbs are moved through their ROM
6
Q
PD pts will have ____ rigidity
A
cogwheel
7
Q
PD pts will also have sustained ___ ____ & slowness of ____
A
muscle contraction
movement
8
Q
if a PD pt has sustained muscle contraction they may complain of
A
soreness
feeling tired & achy
pain in head, upper body, spine, or legs
9
Q
what is akinesia
A
absence or loss of control of voluntary muscle movements
10
Q
what is bradykinesia
A
slowness of movement
