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A client with Parkinson's disease experiences 'freezing' during ambulation. What is an appropriate intervention?
Tactics like counting or stepping over an imaginary line can help overcome 'freezing' episodes in Parkinson's clients.
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Question: A client with Parkinson's disease experiences 'freezing' during ambulation. What is an appropriate intervention?
Answer options:
- Push the client to keep moving
- Encourage the client to take bigger steps ✅ Suggest counting aloud or stepping over an imaginary line
- Tell them to hurry up
Correct answer: Suggest counting aloud or stepping over an imaginary line
Explanation: Tactics like counting or stepping over an imaginary line can help overcome 'freezing' episodes in Parkinson's clients.
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