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Construct validation of the Hand Test with the aged: replication and extension.

B Hayslip, P E Panek

    Journal of Personality Assessment
    |August 1, 1982
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    The Hand Test (HT) effectively identifies cognitive loss in institutionalized elderly adults. Specific HT scores indicate cognitive decline, aiding care for residents in long-term facilities.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Neuropsychology
    • Psychometrics

    Background:

    • Assessing cognitive function in elderly populations is crucial for appropriate care.
    • The Hand Test (HT) is a projective measure with potential for assessing organic dysfunction.
    • Previous research suggests construct validity for the HT in evaluating cognitive impairment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To cross-validate the construct validity of the Hand Test (HT) for assessing organic dysfunction.
    • To examine the relationship between HT scores and Mental Status Questionnaire (MSQ) scores in institutionalized elderly adults.

    Main Methods:

    • The Hand Test (HT) was administered to 52 institutionalized elderly adults.
    • Mental Status Questionnaire (MSQ) scores were used to assess organic dysfunction.
    • Data analysis focused on the relationship between HT scores and MSQ-derived cognitive status.

    Main Results:

    • Hand Test (HT) scores for Withdrawal and Pathology were found to be valid indicators of cognitive loss.
    • These findings were consistent across different ages and lengths of institutionalization.
    • The validity of these HT indicators held true for elderly individuals in long-term care facilities.

    Conclusions:

    • The Hand Test (HT) shows promise as a tool for identifying cognitive impairment in institutionalized elderly individuals.
    • Findings support the use of specific HT variables (Withdrawal, Pathology) in assessing cognitive decline.
    • Implications for caregiving and future research directions are discussed.

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