Keywords

autosomal dominant disease, chorea, dystonia, Huntington disease, movement disorder, neurodegenerative disorder

Authors

1. Urrutia, Nancy L. EdD, MSN, RN, CNE

Abstract

Abstract: Appropriate nursing-care strategies depend on the early recognition of Huntington disease (HD) to prioritize a plan of care. This article offers perspective on the clinical presentation, prognosis, diagnosis, and management of adult-onset HD.