The nurse is concerned that a client is experiencing symptoms of Parkinson disease. Which assessment findings would indicate the client might have idiopathic or primary Parkinson disease?
1. Tremors and bradykinesia
2. Ocular diplopia and ptosis
3. Progression and severity of fatigue
4. Spasticity and paresis
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Tremors and bradykinesia are present with idiopathic or primary Parkinson disease.
Rationale 2: Ocular diplopia and ptosis are not neurologic findings associated with Parkinson disease.
Rationale 3: Progression and severity of fatigue are not neurologic signs specific to Parkinson disease.
Rationale 4: Spasticity and paresis are not associated with Parkinson disease.
Global Rationale: Tremors and bradykinesia are present with idiopathic or primary Parkinson disease. Ocular diplopia, ptosis, and the progression and severity of fatigue are not neurologic findings associated with Parkinson disease. Spasticity and paresis are not associated with Parkinson disease.
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