Opinion|Videos|June 5, 2025

Clinical Nurse Educators, Dosing Titrations to Manage Parkinson Disease

Panelists discuss how clinical nurse educators serve as vital partners in continuous subcutaneous apomorphine infusion management, providing patient education, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with physicians on dosing titrations to optimize Parkinson disease symptom control.

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Role of Clinical Nurse Educators

Clinical Nurse Educator Roles:

  • Initial patient assessment and education
  • Device training and ongoing support
  • Regular monitoring and titration recommendations
  • First point of contact for troubleshooting
  • Liaison between patient and physician
  • Coordination of multidisciplinary care

Assistance With Dosing Titrations:

  • Systematic assessment of response using standardized tools
  • Remote monitoring and telehealth support
  • Implementation of physician-directed titration protocols
  • Identification of adverse effects requiring intervention
  • Documentation and communication of patient response patterns
  • Proactive management of common adverse effects
  • Guidance on infusion site rotation and care
  • Regular follow-up to ensure optimal adjustment

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