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Jun 2023
9m 32s

Parkinson's Disease Treatment

Kyle Rice
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Madison is treating a patient with Parkinson's disease who is experiencing gait dysfunction. The therapist decides to incorporate rhythmical auditory stimulation (RAS) into the treatment plan. Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding the use of RAS in treating gait dysfunction in a patient with Parkinson's disease?

A. RAS is contraindicated in patients with Parkinson's disease

B. RAS has been shown to be effective in improving gait in a patient with Parkinson's disease

C. RAS is only effective in patients with advanced stages of Parkinson's disease

D. RAS has no effect on gait dysfunction in a patient with Parkinson's disease

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