Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
The nurse researcher is working with clients diagnosed with ParkinsonÔÇÖs disease. Which is an example of an experimental therapy?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Fetal tissue transplantation (D) is an experimental therapy for ParkinsonÔÇÖs, investigated for dopamine-producing cell replacement. Pallidotomy/thalamotomy (A) and dopamine agonists (B) are established, and physical therapy (C) is standard care.