This document Mini-Cog™ provides instructions for administering and scoring the Mini-Cog™ test, a brief cognitive assessment tool used for dementia screening. The test involves three-word registration, clock drawing, and three-word recall, with scoring based on the person’s performance. It includes alternative word lists for repeated administrations and specific criteria for scoring the clock drawing task. The Mini-Cog™ has been validated for dementia screening, with a suggested cut point for identifying cognitive impairment. This concise document offers valuable guidance for healthcare professionals conducting cognitive assessments in clinical and educational settings.
