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Do you mean the MoCa test and the SLUMS tests?
They are easily looked up online.
Moreover, if you wish to you can go to Youtube and actually access videos of these tests being given, or be shown how to administer these 30 or so questions on your own.
Good luck.
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From a browser search of your question:

"A dementia behavioral assessment tool is a questionnaire or scale used to assess and document the behavioral and psychological symptoms that can accompany dementia. These tools help identify specific symptoms like agitation, depression, apathy, or aggression, which can impact care planning and treatment decisions. 

Purpose:

Dementia behavioral assessment tools are designed to help caregivers, family members, and healthcare professionals better understand and manage the behavioral changes associated with dementia. 

Types of Tools:

There are various tools available, including:

Neuropsychiatric Inventory (NPI): 

This scale assesses a wide range of behaviors seen in dementia, including delusions, agitation, depression, and apathy. 

Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory: 

This inventory focuses on the frequency of agitation-related behaviors, such as verbal aggression and repetitiveness. 

BEHAVE-AD: 

This tool focuses on troubling behaviors, including aggression, overactivity, and mood disturbances. 

Information Provided:

These tools typically provide information on:

The frequency and severity of specific behaviors. 
The factors that may trigger or exacerbate certain behaviors. 
The individual's response to different care strategies. 

Clinical Significance:

The information gathered from these tools can be used to develop individualized care plans that address the specific behavioral needs of the person with dementia. 

Examples:

The DBAT, BAF, and Neuropsychiatric Inventory are examples of dementia behavioral assessment tools. "
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cwillie Apr 23, 2025
I think you just did someone's homework for them 😜
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