A 64-Year-Old Man Comes to the Office Because He Has

A 64-year-old man comes to the office because he has had 2 falls within the last month.  He states that he loses his balance when he tries to turn or stop suddenly while walking.  Recently, it has been taking him quite a while to get himself out of bed.  He also has hand tremors that started last year in his left hand, but that now have been affecting both hands.  Which of the following is the best tool to confirm his diagnosis?

A) Physical examination
B) Lumbar puncture
C) CT scan of the head
D) Electroencephalography
E) Nerve conduction studies

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