A patient with suspected Parkinson's disease is being initially assessed by the nurse. The nurse would expect the patient to have a tremor. When is the best time to assess for the tremor?
A) During a period of time when the patient is resting
B) During a period of time when the patient is brushing the teeth
C) During a period of time when the patient is preparing his or her meal tray to eat
D) During a period of time when the patient is participating in occupational therapy
Ans: A
Feedback: The tremor is present while the patient is at rest; it increases when the patient is walking, concentrating, or feeling anxious. Resting tremor characteristically disappears with purposeful movement but is evident when the extremities are motionless. Therefore options B, C, and D are incorrect.
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