FREE Folstein Attention and Calculation Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the main purpose of the Attention and Calculation section of the MMSE?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating short-term memory and concentration

Answer

Assessing memory recall

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Testing language comprehension

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Measuring spatial awareness

Question 2

Which task is commonly used to assess attention in the MMSE?

Accepted Answer

Spelling a word backwards (e.g., "WORLD")

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Naming three objects

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Drawing a clock

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Identifying current events

Question 3

Which calculation task is typically included in the MMSE?

Accepted Answer

Subtracting 7 from 100 and continuing (serial 7s)

Answer

Adding numbers up to 100

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Multiplying large numbers

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Estimating time without a clock

Question 4

How many points can a patient earn in the Attention and Calculation section?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

10

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15

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20

Question 5

What does difficulty with serial 7s typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

Problems with concentration or cognitive function

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Lack of mathematical knowledge

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Hearing impairment

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Visual impairment