16 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Parkinson's disease?
Rigidity of the neck
Where in the brain are the extrapyramidal dopaminergic neurons affected by Parkinson's disease primarily located?
Midbrain
What is one of the significant roles of the regions of the brain affected by Parkinson's disease?
Motor control
Which neurotransmitter is deficient in Parkinson's disease due to the progressive dysfunction and cell death of specific neurons?
Dopamine
In what brain region are the cell bodies of the extrapyramidal dopaminergic neurons located?
Substantia nigra pars compacta
What is the most prominent risk factor for developing Parkinson's disease according to epidemiologic studies?
Age
Which cognitive condition commonly affects many Parkinson's disease patients in addition to movement symptoms?
Dementia
What specific psychiatric symptom may Parkinson's disease patients experience?
Hallucinations
Parkinson's disease is a curable movement disorder.
False
Dopamine deficiency in Parkinson's disease is caused by overactivity of specific neurons in the brain.
False
Hallucinations and depression are common psychiatric conditions seen in Parkinson's disease patients.
True
Genetics play no role in the etiology of Parkinson's disease.
False
The substantia nigra pars compacta is located in the cerebellum.
False
Postural instability in Parkinson's disease refers to enhanced balance and coordination.
False
Bradykinesia in Parkinson's disease is characterized by rapid movements.
False
Parkinson's disease primarily affects the motor control regions of the brain.
True
Test your knowledge on the agents used to control Parkinson’s disease in the CHMI3427EL Winter 2024 course taught by Dr. S. Montaut. This quiz covers topics such as symptoms, treatment, and management of Parkinson’s disease.
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