MoCA
Pronunciation: MOH-kah
Also written as: MoCA — Montreal Cognitive Assessment
Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a brief cognitive screening tool used to detect mild cognitive impairment and dementia.
Full Definition
The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) is a widely used cognitive screening instrument that assesses multiple cognitive domains including attention, executive functions, memory, language, visuospatial skills, and orientation. Developed as a brief screening tool for mild cognitive impairment, the MoCA is commonly administered by occupational therapists as part of cognitive evaluations. The assessment takes approximately 10-15 minutes and provides valuable information for treatment planning and monitoring cognitive changes over time.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize as acronym. Score interpretation requires consideration of education level.
In Context
- "The MoCA revealed deficits in executive function and short-term memory recall." — Cognitive assessment report
- "A follow-up MoCA will be administered in three months to monitor cognitive changes." — Treatment plan