What is one positive aspect of Parkinson disease?
a. The disease does not alter ability to communicate
b. Anti-Parkinson drugs have few side effects
c. Intellectual function is not impaired
d. Involuntary movements can be controlled
ANS: C
Parkinson disease does not impair the intellect. The disease does alter the ability to communicate. Anti-Parkinson drugs have many side effects. The involuntary movements associated with the disease cannot be controlled.
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