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When assisting a client with Parkinson's disease with ambulation, what specific challenge might the PSW encounter?
Freezing of gait is a common symptom of Parkinson's disease, where clients suddenly feel stuck and unable to move, posing a significant fall risk.
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Question: When assisting a client with Parkinson's disease with ambulation, what specific challenge might the PSW encounter?
Answer options: ✅ Freezing of gait (difficulty initiating or continuing movement)
- Sudden, uncontrolled bursts of energy
- Compulsive desire to run
- Inability to feel their legs
Correct answer: Freezing of gait (difficulty initiating or continuing movement)
Explanation: Freezing of gait is a common symptom of Parkinson's disease, where clients suddenly feel stuck and unable to move, posing a significant fall risk.
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