Scales

Question 1

Pulse Strength

Answer 1

0 = No pulse
1+ = Weak pulse, difficult to palpate
2+ = Weak but greater than 1
3+ = Normal
4+ = Too strong, bounding, aneurism, pathology

Question 2

Hoehn & Yahr Parkinsons

Answer 2

Stage 1 Mild Sx, one side of body, not interfering with ADLs

Stage 2 Rigidity, other Sx BL, may have issues with walking but still independent

Stage 3
Loss of balance and increase in falls, ADLs become difficult but still independent

Stage 4
Severely disable, symptoms stronger. Still may walk with AD, requires help with ADLs

Stage 5
Always require care, bedridden or always in wheelchair