An Advantage of the MMSE for the Assessment of an Older

question 32

Multiple Choice

An advantage of the MMSE for the assessment of an older individual is the fact that it is:

• A) able to diagnose specific disorders
• B) insensitive to cultural factors
• C) quick and easy to administer
• D) useful as a standalone measure

Learn strategies for preventing elder maltreatment.

Understand the impact of aging on various bodily systems and functions.

Recognize the importance of diet, exercise, and technological aids in managing the effects of aging.

Identify common health issues in older adulthood and their treatments.

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Definitions:

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-asset account that reduces accounts receivable to reflect the estimated amounts that are expected to be uncollectible.

Uncollectible Percentage

An estimated fraction of accounts receivable that a company does not expect to collect.

Aging

A method used in accounting to categorize accounts receivables based on the length of time an invoice has been outstanding.

Allowance Account

An account used in accounting to reduce the value of accounts receivable to a more realistic amount by accounting for potential bad debts.