Malcolm Is Experiencing Tremors, Muscle Rigidity, Dementia, and Inability to Initiate

question 66

Multiple Choice

Malcolm is experiencing tremors, muscle rigidity, dementia, and inability to initiate movement. What will Malcolm likely be diagnosed with?

• A) Dementia pugilistica
• B) Huntington's disease
• C) HIV-associated dementia
• D) Parkinson's disease

---

Definitions:

Aortic Arch

The curved portion of the aorta from which the major arteries to the head and upper limbs branch off.

Left Axillary Artery

A major blood vessel that supplies blood to the left side of the upper body, including the shoulder, arm, and hand.

Humeral Circumflex

Arteries surrounding the humerus bone, providing blood supply to the shoulder area including the deltoid muscle.

Deep Brachial

Refers to the deep tissues and structures, including nerves and arteries, located within the brachial (arm) area.