introduction to neuropsychology Flashcards
what does a neuropsychological assessment asses ?
premorbid estimate current IQ memory language visual processing executive functioning processing speed
what does the premorbid estimate include ?
educational history
occupational history
performance on reading tests
how is the current IQ tested ?
weschler adult intelligence scale
what are the components of the weschler adult intelligence scale ?
a verbal scale
performance scale
what does the verbal scale in the weschler adult intelligence scale test ?
vocabulary similarities
arithmetic digit span
what does the performance scale in the weschler adult intelligence scale test ?
picture completion
picture arrangement
block design
how is memory tested ?
by recognition
and recall
what are the subparts to the recognition and recall tests ?
verbal
non-verbal
what is the purpose of an AMIPB story ?
tests the verbal material retained in a story
how is language assessed ?
graded naming test
how is executive function tested ?
stroop test
verbal fluency
weigl sorting test
what is the purpose of stroop test ?
ability to inhibit cognitive interference
what is the trail making test B used for ?
to asses executive function
how is speed of processing information processing tested ?
symbol digit modality test
what is posterior cortical atrophy syndrome ?
visuospatial impairments
visual agnosia
topographical disorientation
dressing apraxia
