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MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination) Calculator

Cognitive impairment screening

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Clinical use

Use this calculator for cognitive impairment screening in thepsychiatry workflow. It is decision support and should be interpreted with the patient context, local protocols, and clinician judgment.

Interpretation

Score 24-30: normal. 18-23: mild impairment. 0-17: severe impairment. Screening only — not diagnostic. Education-adjusted cutoffs may apply. Consider MoCA for mild cognitive impairment.

Required inputs

  • Orientation
  • Registration
  • Attention Calculation
  • Recall
  • Language
  • Visuospatial

Evidence and limitations

This page cites 1 published reference. Confirm units and inclusion criteria before applying the output; calculators do not replace assessment, escalation, or local policy.

References

  • Folstein MF et al. J Psychiatr Res 1975;12:189-198

Frequently asked questions

What is the MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination)?

MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination) is a clinical calculator used for Cognitive impairment screening.

How do I interpret the MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination)?

Score 24-30: normal. 18-23: mild impairment. 0-17: severe impairment. Screening only — not diagnostic. Education-adjusted cutoffs may apply. Consider MoCA for mild cognitive impairment.

What inputs are required for the MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination)?

Required inputs include Orientation, Registration, Attention Calculation, Recall, Language, Visuospatial.

What is the evidence behind the MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination)?

The MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination) page cites Folstein MF et al. J Psychiatr Res 1975;12:189-198.

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