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Mini-Mental Scale (Cognitive Function Test) - Frequently Asked Questions



FAQs on Mini-Mental Scale (Cognitive Function Test)

1. Which specialist doctor to consult to know about Mini-Mental Score?

Primarily a neurologist, neurosurgeon, or psychiatrists should be consulted, who specializes in the diseases of the brain, mind, and nervous system.

2. How do you assess a Mini-Mental State Exam?

The Mini-Mental State Exam comprises a set of 30 questions to be answered to assess the cognition of a person.


3. What are the components of Mini-Mental Status Examination?

The MMSE involves assessing five components of cognition like orientation, memory (immediate and delayed), attention, and language.

4. Why do psychiatrists ask you to spell words backward?

Psychiatrists ask you to spell words backward in a MMSE tool to test your attention ability.

5. What is the difference between MMSE and MoCA?

One of the significant differences between MMSE and MoCA is that latter is designed to detect even mild cognitive impairment in a person, unlike MMSE.

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