Based on the Allen Cognitive Disability Theory, CPT is a standardized performance-based assessment developed to determine baseline measurements and track changes in global functions over time in individuals with Alzheimer's Disease.
CPT:
* Can be used with a variety of diagnoses to predict and explain patients' capabilities to function in various contexts
* Tracks changes over time
* Consists of seven sub-tasks that measure a person's understanding of common ADL activities: sorting daily medications, shopping for appropriate sized and priced clothing, washing hands, preparing food, using the telephone, traveling from one location to another, dressing
* Standardized results and data are available