Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Basics

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Which stage of Parkinson's Disease is characterized by experiencing postural instability due to balance issues?

  • Stage 3 (correct)
  • Stage 1
  • Stage 4
  • Stage 2

Which muscles should resistance training target to help with Parkinson's Disease?

  • Extensor muscles (correct)
  • Rotator cuff muscles
  • Flexor muscles
  • Abdominal muscles

What type of training should focus on flexor and front muscles to aid in Parkinson's Disease management?

  • Cardiovascular training
  • Flexibility training (correct)
  • Endurance training
  • Resistance training

Which method is mentioned as helpful in reducing motor severity by UPDRS 3 in Parkinson's Disease?

<p>External cueing like LSVT BIG (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom of Parkinson’s Disease is Levidopa and Carbidopa most effective in treating?

<p>Rigidity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering Carbidopa along with Levo-dopa?

<p>Prevent L-dopa conversion prior to entering the brain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom of Parkinson’s Disease is least effectively treated by Levidopa and Carbidopa?

<p>Postural instability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of death in people with Parkinson’s Disease?

<p>Complications from lung function restriction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which movement is NOT typically used as part of the assessment for Parkinson’s Disease?

<p>Running (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gender is more likely to have Parkinson's Disease?

<p>Men (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Carbidopa when administered along with Levo-dopa?

<p>Prevents L-dopa conversion prior to entering the brain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom of Parkinson's Disease is less effectively treated by Levo-dopa and Carbidopa?

<p>Tremors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What difference can be observed between 'Lead pipe' rigidity and 'Cogwheel' rigidity in Parkinson's Disease?

<p>'Lead pipe' is continuous rigidity, while 'Cogwheel' exhibits tremor in movements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of a flexed posture on individuals with Parkinson's Disease?

<p>It leads to decreased chest expansion and can result in pneumonia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of Parkinson's Disease is characterized by the inability to stand or walk, with patients falling when standing or turning?

<p>Stage 5 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hallmark question for Freezing of Gait on the FOGQ?

<p>Do you feel that your feet get glued to the floor while walking? (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of training targets extensor muscles like trunk and gluteal muscles to help with Parkinson's Disease?

<p>Resistance training (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Parkinson's Disease, which method is described as superior in reducing motor severity by UPDRS 3?

<p>Gait and Balance with cues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of Parkinson's Disease involves experiencing postural instability due to balance issues?

<p>Stage 3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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