Parkinson’s disease
Peter is 74 and has Parkinson’s disease. He resides in his own home in the community. When the support worker arrives, she finds that Peter has left all his washing in the basket in the laundry. When the worker asks Peter why he hasn’t hung out the washing, he tells her that he can’t lift the sheets and towels onto the clothes line because they are too heavy.
What issues could be impacting on Peter’s health and wellbeing and why? Outline at least three issues affecting Peter’s health and wellbeing in your answer.
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