A client comes into the clinic with complaints of a right-hand tremor, increasing weakness, and muscles feeling tight. The nurse notes the client has poor voice volume and facial muscles do not move easily
Which of the following do these assessment findings suggest to the nurse? 1. Parkinson's disease
2. Multiple sclerosis
3. Spinal cord injury
4. Cerebral vascular accident
1. Parkinson's disease
Rationale:
Manifestations of Parkinson's disease include nonintentional tremor, slowed movements, low amplitude of speech, expressionless face, and muscle rigidity. The client is complaining of or exhibiting all these symptoms, indicating Parkinson's disease. These symptoms are not manifestations of multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, or a cerebral vascular accident.
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