What are some suggestions you can make to L.C. to assist with managing fatigue?
What will be an ideal response?
Some measures include telling him to keep track of times during the day when akinesia is better and
his medications are working well; these are the times to perform energy-consuming tasks because
this is when movement is easier. Tell him to pace himself and allow for periods of rest. He needs to
keep active—those who exercise daily experience less fatigue. A short nap after lunch is helpful;
tell him not to sleep frequently throughout the day because this will inhibit nighttime sleeping and
increase daytime fatigue.
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