A patient with Parkinson's disease is experiencing an increase in bradykinesia. What will the patient demonstrate with this manifestation?
1. Slow speech
2. Difficulty chewing
3. Shuffling the feet when walking
4. Stooped posture
5. Lack of facial expression
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Slow speech is a manifestation of bradykinesia.
Rationale 2: Difficulty chewing is a manifestation of bradykinesia.
Rationale 3: Shuffling the feet when walking is a manifestation of bradykinesia.
Rationale 4: Stooped posture is not a manifestation of bradykinesia.
Rationale 5: Lack of facial expression is not a manifestation of bradykinesia.
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