FSTAC: Linking Function with Cognitive Performance
The Functional Standardized Touchscreen Assessment of Cognition (FSTAC) is the first of it's kind in cognitive screening tools.
FSTAC provides 14 functional tasks for a person to complete and then provides a report on functional & cognitive performance. One of the features that makes FSTAC so valuable is the integration of real life distractions, such as text messages, phone messages and noise. These distractions in the setting of a cognitively complex task provide the perfect setting to assess a person's cognitive abilities and breakdowns. Clinicians can now observe their clients performing functional tasks that range from simple to complex utilizing current technology. Technology can provide greater contextual validity when compared to similar traditional functional measures. For example, the FSTAC can exactly simulate a phone call with an automated payment system (image 1), which would be difficult to assess with traditional measures. |
Cognitive Areas Assessed
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Functional Areas Assessed
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Examples of FSTAC Subtests
Medication ManagementFunctional Task:
Person sorts 3 medications into a pill box. Cognitive Areas Assessed:
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Grocery ShoppingFunctional Task:
Person given a list of items to obtain at the store. List in random order. Cognitive Areas Assessed:
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Paying / Making ChangeFunctional Task:
Person identifies US currency by name and value. Then pays and makes change using available currency on screen. Cognitive Areas Assessed:
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