Cognitive test
Domain : Diagnosis
Category : My daily life
Simplified definition
A test that evaluates our mental skills, our ability to think, communicate, remember, or orientate ourselves.
Source: Houria Aiouaz, for Alzheimer Foundation
Referenced definition
“A test that measures a person’s intellectual capacity, or intelligence, for various […] skills.”
Source: WorkPlaceTesting.com. Cognitive Ability Test. [Internet]. [cited on Sept 7, 2022].
Context
“Remember, no cognitive test can diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, [sic] or any other specific condition. However, the tests can be a helpful screening tool for mild cognitive impairment.”
Source: Cleveland Clinic. Cognitive test. [Internet]. [cited on Sept 7, 2022].
Note
- Cognitive tests do not show the exact cause of impairment, but help direct us to specific examinations such as imaging examinations.
- One of the most common cognitive tests is the MMSE.
Synonym(s)
Neurocognitive testingGO FURTHER
