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According to the Hoehn and Yahr classification of disability, in which stage is there impaired righting reflex, unsteadiness, some activities are restricted but the patient can live independently?
  1. Stage I
  2. Stage II
  3. Stage III
  4. Stage IV
Explanation
Answer: C - In stage III, there will be impaired righting reflex, unsteadiness, and some activities might be restricted but the patient can live independently.

Hoehn and Yahr classification of disability is commonly used for Parkinson’s disease.
Stage I is minimal / absent disability, unilateral if present
Stage II is minimal bilateral, balance not impaired
Stage IV is confined to bed or wheel chair
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