Assessing normative cut points through differential item functioning analysis: An example from the adaptation of the Middlesex Elderly Assessment of Mental State (MEAMS) for use as a cognitive screening test in Turkey

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The Middlesex Elderly Assessment of Mental State (MEAMS) was developed as a screening test to detect cognitive impairment in the elderly. It includes 12 subtests, each having a 'pass score'. A series of tasks were undertake...

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Main Authors: Kutlay Sehim, Küçükdeveci Ayse A, Tennant Alan, Elhan Atilla H
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-03-01
Series:Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
Online Access:http://www.hqlo.com/content/4/1/18