Geriatrics

Abbreviated Mental Test Score (AMTS)

Brief screen for cognitive impairment.

Education and reference only. Not a substitute for clinical judgement, local policy or product labelling. Always verify before clinical use. Values are calculated in your browser and never stored.

When to use

Use as a quick screen for cognitive impairment, especially in older adults.

Why use

It is fast and well-known, though less detailed than formal cognitive testing.

Evidence & references

Hodkinson HM. Evaluation of a mental test score for assessment of mental impairment in the elderly. Age Ageing. 1972.

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