The Folstein Mini-Mental State Exam MMSE

Dr. Todd Grande
27 May 201506:24

Summary

TLDRThe transcript captures a structured cognitive and memory assessment conducted with Carly. The evaluator asks a series of questions to test orientation, memory recall, attention, and language skills, including identifying the date, location, and objects, counting backward by sevens, spelling words backward, and repeating phrases. Carly responds accurately to most questions, demonstrating comprehension and cognitive function. The assessment also includes practical tasks, such as folding paper, following written instructions, and copying a drawing. The session concludes with gratitude from the evaluator, highlighting a thorough, methodical approach to evaluating cognitive abilities and memory in a clinical or research setting.

Takeaways

  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The person being assessed, Carly, is engaging in a cognitive and memory test.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The questions are intended to assess the subject's memory, attention, and general orientation.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Carly is asked to recall the current date, year, month, day of the week, and season.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The building they are in is called the 'Graduate Center' on the first floor, located in Newcastle, Delaware.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Carly is asked to repeat a set of three objects (ball, flag, tree) to test her short-term memory.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ She is asked to count backward from 100 by 7s, which tests her attention and working memory.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Carly is tasked with spelling 'world' backward to evaluate her verbal processing skills.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Carly is prompted to recall the three objects (ball, flag, tree) to further test her memory.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ She is shown a watch and a pen and asked to identify them as part of object recognition testing.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Carly is asked to perform a sequence of actions involving folding paper and placing it on the floor, assessing her motor skills and following instructions.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Carly is asked to write a sentence on a blank piece of paper and copy a drawing to evaluate her writing, visual-spatial skills, and attention to detail.

Q & A

  • What was the first question asked in the script?

    -The first question asked was, 'What is today's date?'

  • What date does the person in the script provide?

    -The person in the script answers that the date is May 26th.

  • Which year does the person mention?

    -The year mentioned is 2015.

  • What day of the week does the person think it is?

    -The person believes it is Tuesday.

  • What season does the person say it is?

    -The person says it is spring.

  • Can the person identify the name of the building they are in?

    -Yes, they identify the building as 'the Graduate Center.'

  • Which floor does the person think they are on?

    -The person says they are on the first floor.

  • What city does the person say they are in?

    -The person mentions they are in Newcastle.

  • What state does the person claim they are in?

    -The state mentioned is Delaware.

  • What were the three objects the person was asked to repeat?

    -The three objects were 'ball,' 'flag,' and 'tree.'

  • What number was the person instructed to start with and count backward by seven?

    -The person was instructed to start with 100 and count backward by seven.

  • What word did the person spell backwards?

    -The person was asked to spell 'world' backwards, which they did as 'd, r, l, r, o, w.'

  • What was the phrase the person had to repeat?

    -The phrase to repeat was 'No ifs, ands, or buts.'

  • Which hand does the person claim to use primarily?

    -The person says they are right-handed.

  • What action was the person asked to do with a piece of paper?

    -The person was instructed to take a paper in their right hand, fold it in half, and put it on the floor.

  • What task was given involving a page with instructions?

    -The person was asked to follow the instructions written on a page held up by the assessor.

  • What was the person asked to do with the clipboard?

    -The person was instructed to write a sentence on a blank piece of paper from the clipboard.

  • What did the person see when they flipped over the paper?

    -Upon flipping the paper over, the person saw a drawing.

  • What was the final task given involving the drawing?

    -The person was asked to copy the drawing they saw on the back of the paper.

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