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Huntingtons cause
Mutation in the HTT gene, autosomal dominant, causes deterioration of basal ganglia.
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Huntingtons symptoms
jerky movments, dementia, paranoia, cognitive decline, depression, rigidity.
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Nursing priorities for huntingtons.
avoid aspiration, help with ADLs, treat depression.
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Labs for huntingtons
genetic testing.
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Drugs for huntingtons
antipsychotics and tetrabenazine for the chorea movments.
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