Neurology — Flashcards

What is the first-line management for Parkinson's disease in early stages & motor symptoms do NOT impact QOL*? _____

Parkinson's disease is a _____ diagnosis with the UK Parkinson's Disease Society Brain Bank Clinical Diagnostic Criteria

In older patients, REM sleep behavior disorder & anosmia may be a sign of _____

_____ is a precursor of dopamine that does cross the blood-brain barrier

Chronic levodopa use can cause a(n) "_____ phenomenon", with unpredictable periods of akinesia (off) alternating with periods of improved mobility (on)

Chronic levodopa use can cause a(n) "_____ phenomenon", with akinesia re-emerging at the end of each dose

What is the first-line management for Parkinson's disease if motor symptoms impact QOL*? _____

_____ is a peripheral DOPA decarboxylase inhibitor used to reduce peripheral conversion and increase the bioavailability of levodopa

Which dermatome is the umbilical level? _____

Which myotome contributes to ankle dorsiflexion? _____