Which of the following is a key criterion for abstracting Parkinson's disease?

a. Is dementia documented?
b. Is it documented as localized?
c. Does if affect the entire body?
d. Is it related to drug or environmental issues?


Answer: a

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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