Persons with Parkinson disease have an altered gait that is characterized by
A)short shuffling steps.
B)the trunk in a backward position.
C)exaggerated swinging of the arms.
D)lifting the legs in a high-step fashion.
E)wide-based, staggering, and lurching steps.

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The altered gait of Parkinson disease has short shuffling steps, the posture is stooped forward, and the arms have limited swing.

Persons with Parkinson Disease Have an Altered Gait That Is