Phone clinic patient information sheet Patient information sheet for the Parkinson's nurse-led clinic at King’s College Hospital. Can be used as a template for other services providing phone clinics.
Parkinson's Disease - Cognitive Functional Rating Scale (PD-CFRS) The PD-CFRS (Kulisevsky et al. 2013) is a short (5 minutes) Parkinson's specific questionnaire, used to explore a wide range of functional aspects suspected to be sensible to cognitive impairment in Parkinson's. It is intended for use by trained health professionals only.
Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is a sleep issue rating scale that can be used to assess the 'daytime sleepiness' of people with Parkinson's.
Assessment of mild cognitive impairment in Parkinson’s (PD-MCI) This set of resources comprises a clinical algorithm and a set of Critically Appraised Topics (CATs). Together, they provide clinicians with an approach to the assessment of mild cognitive impairment in Parkinson's (PD-MCI), based on the best current evidence, clinical expertise and an understanding of the individual’s values and perspective.
'Nil by mouth' medication dose calculators and guidelines There are 2 medication calculators in use by doctors, nurses and pharmacists who are looking after patients with Parkinson's who have been admitted to hospital and are unable to take their medications orally. This page provides information on both calculators. Follow local guidelines on which to use.
NHS RightCare Progressive Neurological Conditions Toolkit An NHS England toolkit providing expert practical advice around commissioning services and treating people with progressive neurological conditions.
Young onset Parkinson's best practice statement This statement summarises available evidence and expert recommendations for health professionals working with people with young onset Parkinson's.
Presentation: Assessment and management of psychological issues in Parkinson's Dr Jennifer Foley's presentation from the European Neuro Convention, 26 March, 2019: Assessment and Management of Psychological Issues in Parkinson's Disease.
Clinically assisted nutrition and hydration (CANH) Guidance - British Medical Association (BMA) Guidance to support doctors making decisions about clinically assisted nutrition and hydration (CANH) for adults who lack capacity in England and Wales.
Parkinson's Disease Awareness Film (Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust) This short film from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust highlights the importance of getting the administration of Parkinson's medication right.
