Parkinson's Parkinson's Caregiving and Daily Living

Question 1

Which home modification is most important for reducing fall risk in a person with Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

Removing loose rugs and clutter

Answer

Removing loose rugs and clutter reduces tripping hazards, which is critical since Parkinson's patients have impaired postural reflexes and are at high fall risk.

Question 2

Dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) in Parkinson's disease primarily increases the risk of:

Accepted Answer

Aspiration pneumonia

Answer

Dysphagia in Parkinson's disease can cause aspiration of food or liquid into the lungs, leading to aspiration pneumonia, which is a leading cause of death in advanced Parkinson's.

Question 3

Which adaptive eating utensil is most helpful for Parkinson's patients with tremor during meals?

Accepted Answer

Weighted utensils

Answer

Weighted utensils provide additional resistance that can dampen tremor, making it easier for Parkinson's patients to eat independently.

Question 4

Orthostatic hypotension in Parkinson's disease is best managed initially with which non-pharmacological strategy?

Accepted Answer

Rising slowly from sitting or lying positions

Answer

Rising slowly from supine or sitting positions gives the cardiovascular system time to adjust blood pressure, preventing dizziness and falls from orthostatic hypotension.

Question 5

Which of the following activities is most recommended to address both motor and cognitive symptoms in Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

Tango dancing

Answer

Tango dancing has the most evidence among recreational activities for improving both motor function (balance, gait) and cognitive function in Parkinson's disease.

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