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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?

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Geriatric Medicine · University of Minnesota

When I'm deciding whether to pursue neuropsychological testing, this can come down to 2 questions:

  1. Will the results change management and/or prognosis?
  2. 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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