This test consists of 10 multiple-choice questions that can help diagnose Alzheimer's because it assesses factors such as memory, orientation, as well as changes in mood and language. The test can be done by the person himself or by a family member, when Alzheimer's is suspected.
Although this questionnaire does not provide enough data to close the Alzheimer's diagnosis, it may indicate that the person needs to go to the doctor because there is a suspicion that the disease is developing. However, only the doctor, based on exams, can diagnose and recommend the treatment of Alzheimer's.
Alzheimer's is a disease that, although more common in the elderly, can also affect younger people, around 30 years of age, especially when there are cases of family members diagnosed with the disease. See: Symptoms of early Alzheimer's.
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- I have a good memory, although there are small forgetfulnesses that do not interfere with my day-to-day. Sometimes I forget some things like the question they asked me, I forget commitments and where I left the keys. I usually forget what I went to do in the kitchen, in living room, or in the bedroom and also what I was doing. I can't remember simple and recent information like the name of someone I just met, even if I try hard. It is impossible to remember where I am and who are the people around me.
- I am usually able to recognize people, places and know what day it is today. I don't remember very well what day it is today and I have a slight difficulty saving dates. I'm not sure what month it is, but I am able to recognize familiar places. but I get a little confused in new places and I can get lost. I don't remember exactly who my family members are, where I live and I don't remember anything from my past. All I know is my name, but sometimes I remember the names of my children, grandchildren or other relatives
- I am fully able to solve everyday problems and deal well with personal and financial issues. I have some difficulty understanding some abstract concepts such as why a person may be sad, for example. I am feeling a little insecure and I'm afraid to make decisions and that's why I prefer others to decide for me. I do not feel able to solve any problem and the only decision I make is what I want to eat. I am not able to make any decisions and I am totally dependent on the help of others.
- Yes, I can work normally, I shop, I am involved with the community, church and other social groups. Yes, but I am starting to have some difficulty in driving but I still feel safe and I know how to handle emergency or unplanned situations. Yes, but I am unable to be alone in important situations and I need someone to accompany me on social commitments to be able to appear as a "normal" person to others. No, I do not leave the house alone because I am unable and I always need help. No, I am unable to leave the house alone and I'm too sick for that.
- Great. I still have chores at home, I have hobbies and personal interests. I no longer feel like doing anything at home, but if they insist, I can try to do something. I completely abandoned my activities, as well as more complex hobbies and interests. all I know is taking a shower alone, getting dressed and watching TV and I am not able to do any other task at home. I am not able to do anything alone and I need help with everything.
- I am fully capable of taking care of myself, dressing, washing, showering and using the bathroom. I am starting to have some difficulty taking care of my own personal hygiene. I need others to remind me that I have to go to the bathroom, but I can do my own thing. I need help getting dressed and cleaning myself and sometimes I pee on my clothes. I can't do anything alone and I need someone else to take care of my personal hygiene.
- I have normal social behavior and there are no changes in my personality. I have small changes in my behavior, personality and emotional control. My personality is changing little by little, before I was very friendly and now I am a bit grumpy. They say I have changed a lot and I am no longer the same person and I am already shunned by my old friends, neighbors and distant relatives. My behavior has changed a lot and I have become a difficult and unpleasant person.
- I have no difficulty in speaking or writing. I am beginning to have some difficulty in finding the right words and it takes me longer to complete my reasoning. It is increasingly difficult to find the right words and I have been having difficulty naming objects and I notice that I have less vocabulary.It is very difficult to communicate, I have difficulty with words, to understand what they say to me and I do not know how to read or write. I simply cannot communicate, I say almost nothing, I do not write and I do not understand very well what they say to me.
- Normal, I don't notice any change in my mood, interest or motivation. Sometimes I get sad, nervous, anxious or depressed, but without major worries in life. I get sad, nervous or anxious every day and this has become more and more frequent. Every day I feel sad, nervous, anxious or depressed and I have no interest or motivation to perform any task. Sadness, depression, anxiety and nervousness are my daily companions and I totally lost my interest in things and I no longer have motivation for nothing.
- I have perfect attention, good concentration and great interaction with everything around me. I'm starting to have difficulty paying attention to something and I get drowsy during the day. I have some difficulty in attention and little concentration and so I can stay staring at a point or with my eyes closed for some time, even without sleeping. I spend a good part of the day sleeping, I don't pay attention to anything and when I talk I say things without logic or that have nothing to do with the topic of the conversation. I can't pay attention to nothing and I am completely devolved.
Alzheimer's is a degenerative disease that worsens over time and needs to be treated as soon as possible with the use of drugs and physical therapy to improve the patient's quality of life.
The author of this test is American neurologist James E Galvin and New York University Langone Medical Center.
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