Assignment: Case Study Analysis

Week 8: Concepts of Neurological and Musculoskeletal Disorders 

Assignment: Case Study Analysis

A 67-year-old man presents to the HCP with chief complaint of tremors in his arms. He also has noticed some tremors in his leg as well. The patient is accompanied by his son, who says that his father has become “stiff” and it takes him much longer to perform simple tasks. The son also relates that his father needs help rising from his chair. Physical exam demonstrates tremors in the hands at rest and fingers exhibit “pill rolling” movement. The patient’s face is not mobile and exhibits a mask-like appearance. His gait is uneven, and he shuffles when he walks and his head/neck, hips, and knees are flexed forward. He exhibits jerky or cog wheeling movement. The patient states that he has episodes of extreme sweating and flushing not associated with activity. Laboratory data unremarkable and the HCP has diagnosed the patient with Parkinson’s disease.

Assignment (2-page case study analysis)

In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following:

1. Both the neurological and musculoskeletal pathophysiologic processes that would account for the patient presenting these symptoms.

2. Any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.

3. How these processes interact to affect the patient.

Your paper is to include an introduction and conclusion. You are to also have a minimum of four (4) scholarly references.

Be sure to review the rubric for assignment requirements