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Checking the validity and reliability of the Japanese version of the Mini-Cog using a smartphone application.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Cognitive decline is an important and well-documented health problem. The Mini-Cog, a simple cognitive function test, is recommended as a potential early cognitive screening tool. Kanagawa Prefecture, one of the largest prefectures in Japan, developed this self-testing application on a smartphone to enable a large number of residents to assess their cognitive function. This study aimed to verify the validity and reliability of the Mini-Cog.

Results

Twenty men and 20 women aged 65-85 years were enrolled. Criterion-related validity of the method tested by professional staff was found to have an acceptable positive association. The test-retest reliability was lower than the clinically expected intraclass correlation coefficient value because of the inclusion of learning and order effects. If the Mini-Cog score of this application is low, the system is equipped with a function that advises the users on preventing cognitive decline, directing them to the appropriate services, and recommending visits to a medical institution. Therefore, the system can be used continuously as a tool for health behaviors and promotions.

SUBMITTER: Saito Y

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9233764 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Checking the validity and reliability of the Japanese version of the Mini-Cog using a smartphone application.

Saito Yoshinobu Y Nakamura Sho S Tanaka Ayumi A Watanabe Ryo R Narimatsu Hiroto H Chung Ung-Il UI

BMC research notes 20220625 1

<h4>Objective</h4>Cognitive decline is an important and well-documented health problem. The Mini-Cog, a simple cognitive function test, is recommended as a potential early cognitive screening tool. Kanagawa Prefecture, one of the largest prefectures in Japan, developed this self-testing application on a smartphone to enable a large number of residents to assess their cognitive function. This study aimed to verify the validity and reliability of the Mini-Cog.<h4>Results</h4>Twenty men and 20 wome ...[more]

PMID: 35752807

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Checking the validity and reliability of the Japanese version of the Mini-Cog using a smartphone application.

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Checking the validity and reliability of the Japanese version of the Mini-Cog using a smartphone application.

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