10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT considered as a cardinal feature of motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease (PD)?
Dysphagia
What are some of the early premotor symptoms that may precede the onset of motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease (PD)?
Anosmia and constipation
What is a common nonmotor symptom that may precede the onset of motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease (PD)?
Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder
What is the main focus of physical therapy management in Parkinson's disease (PD)?
Improving mobility and balance
What is one of the neuropsychological effects associated with Parkinson's disease (PD)?
Memory loss and cognitive decline
What is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder worldwide?
Parkinson's disease
At what age is young-onset Parkinson's disease classified as beginning?
41 to 50 years of age
What is the most common form of parkinsonism, affecting approximately 78% of patients?
Idiopathic parkinsonism
What is the dominant symptom in the postural instability gait disorder (PIGD) phenotype of Parkinson's disease?
Bradykinesia
What is the term used for those conditions that mimic Parkinson's disease but are caused by other neurodegenerative disorders?
Atypical parkinsonism
Test your knowledge about Parkinson's disease by learning about its etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, physical therapy management, and exercise prescription. This quiz is based on Chapter 18 pp: 760-816.
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