The mini mental status examination is utilized with the elderly to determine cognitive impairment. Which of the below statements is correct?
1) The mini mental status examination is not effective in determining cognitive impairment in the elderly.
2) The mini mental status examination is a reliable tool for assessing cognitive impairment in the elderly.
3) The mini mental status examination is only used for physical assessment in the elderly.
4) The mini mental status examination is a diagnostic test for physical ailments in the elderly.
