Overview / Abstract: |
A thorough review of Parkinson’s comprising its history, genetics, biomarkers, and rating scales, with particular emphasis on preserving gait and other motor and cognitive functions over the course of the disease. Includes a personal narrative by a patient who has Parkinson’s. *Trace the history of “shaking palsy” in Western medicine. |
Expiration |
Dec 01, 2021 |
Discipline(s) |
Nurse Practitioner , Nursing CNE, Occupational Therapy CE, Physical Therapy CE |
Format |
Online |
Cost |
55.00 |
Credits / Hours |
10.0 Contact Hours |
Accreditation |
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), California Board of Physical Therapy, California Board of Registered Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, Georgia Board of Physical Therapy, New York Physical Therapy Association, Kentucky Board of Nursing |
Is This Activity Certified for "Live" Credit? |
YES |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Lauren Robertson, BA, MPT |
Keywords / Search Terms |
ATrain Education, rnceu, nursingceu, Parkinson's disease, deep brain stimulation, DBS, Sinamet, L-dopa, dopamine, resting tremor, bradykinesia |