Mini mental state exam

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The Mini mental state exam is a typical examination used by health care providers to determine one's overall brain function and cognition. Generally, the test is used to study Alzheimer patients, but others with a possible case of dementia or delirium have been known for taking this examination. The test consists of 30 questions with 11 parts. If a patient scores a total of less than 21-22 or a 0 on any of the parts, most likely the subject will be further questioned for dementia. For the most part with determining results, 21-22 correct is mild impairment, 9-10 is moderate impairment, and 9 or less is considered severe impairment.

This test can also measure affects of acupuncture and mood disorders in patients who suffer from Alzheimer's disease. Unlike the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, this MMSE only takes up to 10 minutes and can help up to six areas of cognition including "orientation, attention, immediate recall, short-term recall, language, and the ability to follow simple verbal and written commands" (Minddisorders.com).

The following link is an exact replica of a mini mental state exam:

http://classes.kumc.edu/som/amed900/assessment/AgingGame/MMSE.htm