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A Practical Approach to Treating Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease

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1.  Research in animal model of PD suggests that exercise in humans can: Modify or change symptoms Deplete dopamine Have no effect Reverse progression of PD

2.  OT/PT treatment cannot address which of the following? Non-motor symptoms Dyskinesia Balance Gait

3.  Which of the following has been shown to be an effective treatment option? Tai Chi Attentional Cues Music All of the above

4.  OT/PT treatments are not necessary until patients are at which stage of the disease? 1 2 3 4 5

5.  Which of the following is not a recommended treatment option? Intense aerobic exercise Dual task training Squeeze ball for hand strengthening Agility exercises

6.  Because falls are seen later in the disease, newly diagnosed patients: Do not need to begin balance exercises until LOB begins Should be given instruction in fall prevention only Begin balance and fall prevention immediately None of the above

7.  OT/PT has been shown to: Prevent falls Reduce tremors Improve quality of sleep Improve balance

8.  Which principle of exercise has been shown to be important when developing an exercise program for PD? Speed Intensity Complexity None of the above

9.  Which program(s) has/have been shown to be effective in managing PD symptoms? Yoga Group exercise Behavioral therapy Biking B & D

10.  Which of the following is a cause for poor exercise compliance in those with PD? Bradykinesia Low self efficacy Instability Memory