Which clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to assess in the client diagnosed with Parkinson disease (PD)?

The charge nurse is making assignments on a medical surgical unit. Which client should be assigned to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)?

The nurse is planning the care for a client diagnosed with Parkinson disease. Which goal would be appropriate for the client problem of “impaired mobility”?

The client diagnosed with Parkinson disease is being discharged. Which statement made by the client’s significant other indicates a need for more teaching?

The home health nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with Parkinson disease. Which comment by the client’s significant other would suggest a common cognitive problem associated with Parkinson disease?

The nurse is conducting a support group for clients diagnosed with PD and their significant others. Which information regarding physiological needs should be included in the discussion?

The client has been diagnosed with Parkinson disease for 12 years and has been taking levodopa (L-dopa) for the last 8 years. Which symptom would alert the nurse to a possible medication complication?

The nurse and the UAP are caring for clients on a medical surgical unit. Which task would be most appropriate to assign to the UAP?

The nurse caring for a client diagnosed with Parkinson disease writes a problem of “Impaired Nutrition.” Which nursing intervention would be included in the plan of care?