This article describes the signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and the complications that arise as the condition progresses. Motor and non-motor symptoms are discussed as well as the problems that patients experience on admission to hospital. The complexities of medication management – including issues of concordance – are outlined and advice is given on how nurses can help patients and their carers to manage this condition.
Nursing Standard. 21, 34, 48-58. doi: 10.7748/ns2007.05.21.34.48.c4552
CorrespondenceCarolyn.noble@peterboroughpct.nhs.uk
Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
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