Which are major symptoms of Parkinson's disease? (Select all that apply.)
a. Bradycardia
b. Rigidity
c. Abnormal gait
d. Tremor at rest
e. Lack of facial expression
B, C, D
The four major symptoms of Parkinson's disease are tremor at rest, rigidity, bradykinesia (slow movements and difficulty starting movements), and abnormal gait. Lack of facial expression is a symptom of this illness, but not a major symptom.
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