Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Dementia01:30

Dementia

580
Dementia is a collective term for cognitive disorders primarily affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning. It is not a specific disease but a syndrome, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common cause, accounting for approximately 60-80% of cases. Other types include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Dementia affects millions worldwide, particularly older adults, though it is not a normal part of aging.
The progression of dementia is generally gradual....
580
Lung Capacity01:47

Lung Capacity

56.4K
The air in the lungs is measured in volumes and capacities. Lung volume measures reflect the amount of air taken in, released, or left over after a lung function, like a single inhalation. Lung capacity measures are sums of two or more lung volume measures.
56.4K
Decision Making01:20

Decision Making

994
Decision-making is a fundamental cognitive process that involves evaluating alternatives and selecting among them. This process can range from simple choices, such as deciding what to wear, to complex decisions, like choosing a major in college or a career path. The complexity of the decision often dictates the approach we use, which can be broadly categorized into two types: automatic and controlled decision-making.
Automatic decision-making is fast, intuitive, and relies on gut feelings...
994
Respiratory Capacities01:24

Respiratory Capacities

1.5K
Respiratory capacities are crucial indicators of lung function, representing the maximum amount of air an individual's respiratory system can handle during various breathing phases.
One key metric is the Inspiratory Capacity (IC), which represents the maximum amount of air that can be inhaled with full effort. IC is calculated by summing the tidal volume and inspiratory reserve volume, typically ranging from 2.4 to 3.6 liters.
The Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) represents the air in the...
1.5K
Decision Making: P-value Method01:09

Decision Making: P-value Method

7.0K
The process of hypothesis testing based on the P-value method includes calculating the P- value using the sample data and interpreting it.
First, a specific claim about the population parameter is proposed. The claim is based on the research question and is stated in a simple form. Further, an opposing statement to the claim  is also stated. These statements can act as null and alternative hypotheses:  a null hypothesis would be a neutral statement while the alternative hypothesis can...
7.0K
Respiratory Volumes and Capacities I01:26

Respiratory Volumes and Capacities I

1.7K
Assessing the respiratory rate and rhythm for a complete minute is crucial for evaluating the breathing pattern. Even a minor increase in the patient's average respiratory rate, by as little as three to five breaths per minute, is an early and vital indicator of respiratory distress. Patients with a respiratory rate exceeding twenty-four breaths per minute require close monitoring to determine the physiological alterations. This careful observation is essential for prompt recognition and...
1.7K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Mind the gap: obtaining reliable sleep estimates and the diagnostic value of sleep discrepancy in individuals with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body disease.

Alzheimer's & dementia : the journal of the Alzheimer's Association·2026
Same author

Disease modifying treatments for Alzheimer's disease: Clinician perspectives.

Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD·2026
Same author

Dissecting the effect of long-term exposure to air pollution on risk of dementia in UK Biobank.

Environmental health : a global access science source·2025
Same author

Biomarkers.

Alzheimer's & dementia : the journal of the Alzheimer's Association·2025
Same author

Clinical Manifestations.

Alzheimer's & dementia : the journal of the Alzheimer's Association·2025
Same author

Biomarkers.

Alzheimer's & dementia : the journal of the Alzheimer's Association·2025
Same journal

Overlapping premorbid frailty, multimorbidity and malnutrition and their associations with poor outcomes in patients with stroke.

Age and ageing·2026
Same journal

Overall and cause-specific mortality and associated risk factors among middle-aged and older South Africans: findings from the health and ageing in Africa: a longitudinal study of an INDEPTH community in rural South Africa (HAALSI).

Age and ageing·2026
Same journal

Effect of antihypertensive medication reduction on short-term blood pressure control in older adults: calibration of OPTiMISE trial results to real-world primary care data.

Age and ageing·2026
Same journal

New horizons in advance care planning: narratives, identity and cultural humility.

Age and ageing·2026
Same journal

Correction to: How a geriatrician-led emergency department model works in practice: a realist evaluation.

Age and ageing·2026
Same journal

Effects of a home-based exercise and physical activity intervention after inpatient rehabilitation on real-world mobility in older adults with cognitive impairment: a secondary analysis of a randomised controlled trial.

Age and ageing·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 7, 2026

Using Retinal Imaging to Study Dementia
09:17

Using Retinal Imaging to Study Dementia

Published on: November 6, 2017

22.3K

Tools for testing decision-making capacity in dementia.

Catherine Pennington1,2,3, Katie Davey4, Ruud Ter Meulen5

  • 1ReMemBr Group, School of Clinical Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol Brain Centre, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK.

Age and Ageing
|July 17, 2018
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Assessing decision-making capacity in dementia patients is challenging. This study identified nine UK legal-compliant tools, recommending a combined approach of professional judgment and structured assessment for robust evaluation.

More Related Videos

Lexical Decision Task for Studying Written Word Recognition in Adults with and without Dementia or Mild Cognitive Impairment
06:48

Lexical Decision Task for Studying Written Word Recognition in Adults with and without Dementia or Mild Cognitive Impairment

Published on: June 25, 2019

9.8K
Author Spotlight: Developing a Point-of-Care Hemoglobin Estimation Method for Anemia Management
05:35

Author Spotlight: Developing a Point-of-Care Hemoglobin Estimation Method for Anemia Management

Published on: January 19, 2024

1.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 7, 2026

Using Retinal Imaging to Study Dementia
09:17

Using Retinal Imaging to Study Dementia

Published on: November 6, 2017

22.3K
Lexical Decision Task for Studying Written Word Recognition in Adults with and without Dementia or Mild Cognitive Impairment
06:48

Lexical Decision Task for Studying Written Word Recognition in Adults with and without Dementia or Mild Cognitive Impairment

Published on: June 25, 2019

9.8K
Author Spotlight: Developing a Point-of-Care Hemoglobin Estimation Method for Anemia Management
05:35

Author Spotlight: Developing a Point-of-Care Hemoglobin Estimation Method for Anemia Management

Published on: January 19, 2024

1.6K

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Gerontology
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Dementia frequently impairs decision-making capacity.
  • Assessing capacity is complex for clinicians and researchers.
  • UK legislation mandates promoting capacity and protecting vulnerable adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate published instruments for assessing mental capacity.
  • To identify tools meeting UK legal requirements for capacity assessment.
  • To consider disease and culture-specific factors influencing decision-making.

Main Methods:

  • Searched electronic databases for structured mental capacity assessment tools (2000-2017).
  • Evaluated identified tools against UK legal requirements.
  • Considered disease and culture-specific factors.

Main Results:

  • Nine tools met UK legal requirements for capacity assessment.
  • Identified tools varied in design, structure, reliability, and validity.
  • Some tools are tailored for specific decisions or patient groups.

Conclusions:

  • Not all available capacity assessment tools meet UK legal standards.
  • Personal, cultural, and disease-specific factors are crucial in capacity assessment.
  • A combination of trained professional opinion and structured tools offers the most robust assessment approach.