Cognitive Evaluation Screening


Background

Short objective screening tools could be useful in systematically assessing the cognitive status of older adults and identifying potential problems. These tools are not designed to confirm a diagnosis of cognitive impairments but can indicate if a patient has cognitive impairment and the full diagnostic work-up is warranted.

 Cognitive Evaluation Screening Tools

The following is a list of tools and resources that you may find helpful:

Animal Naming


Memory Impairment Screen (MIS)


AD8 Dementia Screening Interview


GPCOG Screening Test


MINI-COG


Montreal Cognitive Assessment


SLUMS Examination


Geriatric Depression Scale


Practical Functional Assessment of Elderly Persons


Cognitive Evaluation Screening Resources

Database of Instruments to Detect Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults
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