Mini mental state exam

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MMSE , or mini mental state exam is a worldwide used auxiliary test for detecting cognitive functions and detecting dementia . It consists of 30 questions and tasks that test, for example, the patient's orientation in time and space, short-term memory, reading and writing, construction-practical skills and more. Each correct answer means one point. A person with a normal level of cognitive function should reach 30 points 

The test is suitable for distinguishing normal aging from moderate dementia.

The main advantage is the easy performance of the exam; it can be filled with a patient after a quick training by a nurse, social worker, student, etc.

The disadvantage is the lack of tasks testing frontal functions and memory, as well as psychometric properties.

Number of points Indicative evaluation
27–30 without cognitive impairment, at the lower limit suitable further monitoring
25-26 borderline finding, suspected mild cognitive impairment (MCI), detailed neuropsychological examination recommended
18–24 mild dementia
6–17 moderate dementia
<6 severe dementia

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