ROLE OF NURSING ASSESSMENT USING QUESTIONNAIRES IN PARKINSON’S DISEASE: FUNCTIONAL STATUS, QUALITY OF LIFE AND PARTICIPATION
Keywords:
Parkinson’s disease, nursing assessment, questionnaires, quality of life, Life HAbstract
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a wide range of motor and non motor symptoms that significantly affect patients’ functional independence, psychosocial well being, and overall quality of life. Due to the complexity and heterogeneity of the disease, standardized assessment tools are essential for systematic evaluation and long term management. In nursing practice, questionnaires and patient
reported outcome measures play a central role in identifying patient needs, planning individualized care, and evaluating the effectiveness of nursing interventions.
The aim of this paper is to provide a narrative overview of the main types of questionnaires used in patients with Parkinson’s disease, with a particular focus on instruments relevant to nursing assessment. Special attention is given to questionnaires assessing activities of daily living, non motor symptoms, quality of life, and participation. In addition, the role of the Assessment of Life Habits (Life H) as a complementary instrument is discussed.
The paper is based on a review of international scientific literature and emphasizes the methodological role of nurses in administering, interpreting, and integrating questionnaire results into the nursing process. The use of standardized questionnaires is discussed in relation to the NANDA NIC NOC framework, highlighting their contribution to evidence based and patient centered nursing care.
The findings suggest that systematic use of validated questionnaires supports early identification of functional limitations, promotes individualized nursing interventions, and facilitates the evaluation of outcomes over time. The integration of participation focused instruments such as Life H extends assessment beyond traditional activities of daily living and supports a holistic approach to care. In conclusion, standardized questionnaires represent a key component of high quality nursing care and contribute to improved long term management of patients with Parkinson’s disease.
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