What tests do you need to do to assess if a person has Dementia:
Mini mental state examination (MMSE): This is a brief 30-point questionnaire test. It takes about 10 minutes and examines functions including arithmetic, memory and orientation.
Abbreviated mental test score (AMTS): This was introduced in 1972 to rapidly assess elderly patients for the possibility of dementia.
Modified Mini-Mental State Examination (3MS)
Cognitive Abilities Screening Instrument (CASI)
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A excellent video in Hindi from the UK.
Covers the following aspects:
- What is Dementia
- Types of Dementia - Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body, etc..
- Difference between Dementia and Ageing
- Medication and treatment
- Management of Dementia
- Importance of a support network so you realise you are not alone
- Advise to caregivers and carers:
- Share your worries and concerns with friends and family members
- Join support groups
- Involve the family, even children
- Use care services whenever possible
- Look after yourself
Some great tips on engaging the person living with dementia
Some resources are local to UK but most of the content is useful.
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