A nurse is working with a woman who cares for her mother in her home. The mother has Parkinson’s disease and has difficulty getting around. What information would most likely help this client to keep her mother safe in their home?
A 76-year-old client is being seen for a follow-up appointment after starting a prescription for Parkinson’s disease. The nurse asks the client if she experiences symptoms that indicate decreases in blood pressure. Which symptom would the nurse expect to assess if this client is experiencing this side effect?
A client with Parkinson’s disease has been started on carbidopa-levodopa for the management of tremors and slow movement. The nurse instructs the client’s family about serious side effects of this drug, which include which of the following?
A nurse is educating a 65-year-old client who has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The client asks the nurse, “Will my daughter get Parkinson’s when she is my age?” Which answer from the nurse is correct?
The nurse is caring for a client with Parkinson’s disease. The nurse anticipates that which type of medication will be administered to manage the disease?
The nurse is caring for a client with Parkinson’s disease. During the physical assessment, the nurse notes that which of the following signs and symptoms are consistent with this disease? Select all that apply.
A case management nurse is working in a long-term care facility. A new resident has been admitted with symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Which of the following activities best demonstrates that the case manager is promoting client independence?
A client with Parkinson’s disease has tremors in the hands that make eating difficult. Which of the following adaptive devices could the nurse employ that would help this client eat?
A 66-year-old client who has just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease has many questions for the nurse. Which information regarding cognitive changes is associated with early Parkinson’s disease? Select all that apply.
The nurse is caring for a client who is newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Which of the following statements by the client’s spouse indicates that more education is needed? Select all that apply.
