MMSE is a brief, structured test of mental status that takes about 10 minutes to complete.
Usefulness of the MMSE
There are two primary uses of the MMSE.
First, it is a widely used, validated, and reliable method of screening for Alzheimer's disease
The second important use of the MMSE is as a means of evaluating cognitive changes in an individual over time.
Scoring of the MMSE
Scores on the MMSE range from 0 to 30,
scores of 26 or higher are traditionally considered normal.
Scores less than 9 generally indicate severe impairment,
while scores between 10 and 20 indicate moderate dementia.
People with early stage Alzheimer's disease tend to score in the 19 to 24 range.
But u need to note...., scores may need to be adjusted or interpreted differently to account for a person's age, education, and race/ethnicity.
