The chronic neurodegenerative nature of Parkinson’s Disease can create challenges for clients and caregivers. This presentation will review common symptoms associated with Parkinson’s Disease including Parkinson’s Dementia. Pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments will be addressed.

Nurse Learner Outcome: At the conclusion of this session, participants will self-report a knowledge gain of symptoms and diagnostic criteria associated with Parkinson’s Disease.

Learner Objectives:

1. Discuss symptoms associated with Parkinson’s Disease
2. Discuss considerations in the diagnostic criteria of Parkinson’s Disease Dementia
3. Analyze why an interdisciplinary approach is important in the care of clients with Parkinson’s