Parkinsonism is a broad term referring to various neurodegenerative diseases that manifest with motor symptoms such as rigidity, tremors, and bradykinesia. Parkinson disease accounts for approximately 80% of cases, while the remainder comprises a collection of other neurodegenerative diseases with similar motor symptoms. Diagnosis of the disease involves clinical assessment and ruling out alternative causes. The usual treatment for Parkinson disease involves medications that help manage the symptoms. Although Parkinson disease typically shows a positive response to levodopa therapy, secondary causes of parkinsonism generally do not respond to this treatment.A comprehensive approach involving thorough cognitive assessment, consistent physical exercise for health, and interprofessional physiotherapy and rehabilitation measures is crucial for detecting late-onset dementia and managing parkinsonism. Once a diagnosis is confirmed, an interprofessional healthcare team advises patients to adopt lifestyle modifications, undergo cognitive assessments, engage in regular exercise, and participate in rehabilitation measures. These interventions aim to enhance the functional status of individuals with parkinsonism. Early detection of the disease and a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach involving physicians, palliative care providers, therapists, nurses, and pharmacists are essential strategies for effectively managing parkinsonism. These approaches optimize patient care, improve outcomes, and enhance overall quality of life. This activity reviews the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of parkinsonism while emphasizing the critical role of the interprofessional healthcare team in patient care. Participating clinicians review the various etiologies and organic causes of parkinsonism and determine when to intervene pharmacologically.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26681
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours
Social Work: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Clinical Pathology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Neurology