The spouse of a 77-year-old patient expresses concern about the patient and states, "His mind seems to be going. He can't remember where he puts things
" Which of the following assessment tools would you administer to obtain further data on his cognitive functions? a. Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
b. Folstein Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE)
c. Life Experiences Survey
d. Recent Life Changes Questionnaire
B
A tool for assessing the cognitive function of older adults is the Folstein Mini Mental State Examination. This can be administered easily in any clinical setting and is also available by telephone. It assists in determining the need for a more definitive neurological examination. The Beck Depression Inventory assesses for the signs and symptoms indicating depression. The Life Experiences Survey for young and middle-aged adults assesses events that have occurred within the past year and the type and extent of impact the events have had. The Recent Life Changes Questionnaire is used for adults to assess desirable and undesirable life events experienced within the last 6 months to 2 years and the amount of adjustment that was needed to handle the events.
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