A Client with Parkinson Disease (PD)ambulates with a Shuffling Gait

question 54

Multiple Choice

A client with Parkinson disease (PD) ambulates with a shuffling gait and leans slightly forward. When seated, the client conducts a conversation, reads, and is able to self-feed without assistance. Which nursing diagnosis is a priority for this client?

• A)Ineffective Coping
• B)Impaired Physical Mobility
• C)Imbalanced Nutrition: More than Body Requirements
• D)Anxiety

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Definitions:

Transfer

The process of moving an employee, resources, or technology from one position, location, or application to another within or between organizations.

Understanding

The ability to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something, including concepts, situations, or behaviors.

Successful Decoding

The accurate interpretation or understanding of a received message or piece of information.

Receiver

An individual or entity that is the recipient of a message or communication.