AMTS

• Age+1
• Time (to nearest hour)+1
• Address for recall at end of test (e.g. 42 West Street)+1
• Year+1
• Name of this place+1
• Recognises two people (e.g. doctor, nurse)+1
• Date of birth+1
• Year the First World War started+1
• Name of the present monarch+1
• Count backwards from 20 to 1+1

Source: Hodkinson 1972, Age and Ageing. For delirium NICE recommends the 4AT.

For healthcare professionals, as an aid to clinical judgement — not a substitute for it. Follow your local policy and ask a senior when in doubt.