When evaluating an older adult patient for cognitive concerns, what is your process for deciding whether or not to refer them for neuropsychological testing?
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When evaluating an older adult patient for cognitive concerns, what is your process for deciding whether or not to refer them for neuropsychological testing?Will the results change management and/or prognosis? Can the person do the testing?
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Geriatric Medicine · University of Minnesota
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When I'm deciding whether to pursue neuropsychological testing, this can come down to 2 questions:
- Will the results change management and/or prognosis?
- Can the person do the testing?
1) Will the results change management and/or prognosis?
Many different aspects can inform this question. F.e., Is this...
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