Discussing Decision-Making Capacity Assessment is vital because as our population ages, the demand for physicians to be proficient in this area is increasing. Family physicians, being at the forefront of patient care, play a pivotal role not only in diagnosing and managing dementia but also in evaluating decision-making capacity.

 

Learning objectives:  

1.      Discuss the circumstances in which a capacity assessment is necessary. 

2.      Identify the appropriate tools and methods to conduct a standardized capacity assessment.