The Assess step includes strategies and resources to:

  • Use a validated brief cognitive test to assess for cognitive impairment and identify people who require further evaluation.
  • Gather information from family members and other knowledgeable informants about cognitive changes.
  • Gather information from individuals about subjective cognitive decline.

Assess

Approaches to Implement

Strategies to Assess for Cognitive Impairment

Strategies to Assess for Cognitive Impairment

Brief Cognitive Tests

Brief Cognitive Tests

Structured Assessment Instruments

Structured Assessment Instruments

Case Study: Medical Assistants Administer the Mini-Cog With High Reliability in Four Primary Care Clinics (Borson, 2007)

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