Parkinson's Parkinson's Disease Stages and Progression

Question 1

The Hoehn and Yahr scale, used to measure Parkinson's disease severity, ranges from Stage 1 to Stage:

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5

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3

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4

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6

Question 2

In Hoehn and Yahr Stage 1, Parkinson's disease symptoms are characterized by:

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Unilateral involvement only

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Bilateral motor involvement with balance problems

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Requiring a wheelchair for mobility

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Significant cognitive decline

Question 3

At which Hoehn and Yahr stage do bilateral (both sides of the body) motor symptoms first appear without balance impairment?

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Stage 2

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Stage 1

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Stage 3

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Stage 4

Question 4

Hoehn and Yahr Stage 3 is best described as:

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Mild to moderate bilateral disease with some postural instability but still physically independent

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Bedridden and completely dependent on care

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Unable to walk without assistance

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Unilateral symptoms with no balance issues

Question 5

Stage 5 of the Hoehn and Yahr scale is defined by:

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Wheelchair-bound or bedridden unless aided

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Mild unilateral tremor that is barely noticeable

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Independent walking with occasional balance problems

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Bilateral symptoms with no balance impairment

Question 6

On average, how long does it take for Parkinson's disease to progress from diagnosis to the most advanced stages?

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10-20 years

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1-2 years

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3-5 years

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25-30 years

Question 7

Which of the four cardinal motor features of Parkinson's disease typically appears LAST as the disease progresses?

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Postural instability

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Resting tremor

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Rigidity

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Bradykinesia