Persons with Parkinson disease have an altered gait characterized by:
a. short shuffling steps.
b. the trunk in a backward position.
c. exaggerated swinging of the arms.
d. lifting the legs in a high-stepping fashion.
A
The altered gait of Parkinson disease has short shuffling steps, the posture is stooped forward, and the arms have limited swing.
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