Prognostic value of cognitive impairment, assessed by the Clock Drawing Test, in emergency department patients presenting with non-specific complaints

CONCLUSION: The early identification of patients with CI may lead to improved patient management and resource allocation. The CDT could be used as a risk stratification tool for older ED patients presenting with NSCs, as it is a predictor for 30-day mortality and LOS.PMID:38604939 | DOI:10.1016/j.ejim.2024.03.016
Source: European Journal of Internal Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Source Type: research