Ageing 2

Question 1

Give examples of cognitive assessments used for ageing

Answer 1

Abbreviated Mental Test (AMT) and clock drawing tests
Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA)
Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE)
Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) and 4AT

Question 2

Describe the Abbreviated Mental Test (AMT) and clock drawing tests

Answer 2

brief screening tests for cognitive impairment

Question 3

Describe the Assessment (MOCA)

Answer 3

More detailed examination in wide general use

Question 4

Describe the changes in. use of the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE)

Answer 4

slightly outdated assessment which is less widely used that previously.

Question 5

What can the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) and 4AT be used for

Answer 5

help distinguish between delirium and dementia

Question 6

What are the advantages of the MOCA

Answer 6

covers variety of domains
brief and quick to do
validated
translations are available

Question 7

What are the disadvantages of MOCA

Answer 7

education level will affect results
language level will affect results
floor and ceiling effects
can be poorly administered
possible practice/coaching effects