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A physical therapist is working with a patient with idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease specifically on increasing gait speed, step length and walking cadence. Which of the following is the MOST likely intervention strategy to bypass the internal initiation of movement and improve the patient’s gait during the session?

Which of the following outcome measures would BEST measure balance impairment for this patient?

There are two characteristics of idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease pathophysiology. The first is degeneration of dopaminergic neurons. Which of the following defines the second hallmark characteristic of idiopathic PD?

A physical therapist treats a patient with Parkinson’s disease who has been receiving levodopa therapy for eight years and taking the maximal dosage permitted. Which of the following side effects would MOST likely be present due to chronic use of this medication?

In order to qualify for a power mobility device, the patient must have a limitation that significantly impairs their ability to complete which of the following activities that are specified as mobility-related activities of daily living (MRADLs)?

A physical therapist is working with a patient that is in the middle stage of limb-onset amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and demonstrates 1/5 strength in bilateral upper extremities and 2+ to 3/5 strength in bilateral lower extremities. Which of the following assistive devices is most indicated to promote maximal independence function?

Which of the following is the ONLY form of PT telehealth intervention recommended by the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Parkinson’s Disease?

Which of the following BEST describes postural impairments in idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease?

A patient presents to physical therapy with an unknown diagnosis and concern for potential Parkinson’s Disease. Symptoms began 2 months ago. Upon evaluation, the physical therapist finds the following impairments: 1. Magnetic gait with slow, short and shuffling steps and occasional freezing of gait during turns 2. Cognitive impairment including difficulty dual tasking (unable to recall >1/3 words within 30 seconds while ambulating) 3. Self report of new-onset intermittent urinary incontinence Based on your findings above, which of the following is the MOST likely condition this patient is experiencing?

A patient with idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease presents with short, anteropulsive, rapid steps. This best describes which of the following symptoms?