Richard Canton first recorded and reported electrical activity from an animal brain in what year

1875

Hans Berger first recorded human EEG from an intact skull, and reported it in what two years

1924 and 1929

what year were EEGs in common use in hospitals

1950s

what year were EEG and other diagnostic testings used in surgeries

1970s

what year did digital EEGs become available on the market

1990s

Definition of Electroencephalography

The study of the electrical activity of the brain. The basis for other tests.

Definition of Interpreting Physician

typically, a neurologist who reads the EEG and interprets the results.

A neurologist measures and secures the application of

Electrodes

A neurologist acts as a link between the

Doctor and Patient

A neurologist preforms duties with

Accuracy and Honesty

A neurologist maintains patient

Confidentiality and Safety

Understand the scope of practice and never make a

official reading or report

EEGs are used for assessing conditions like

comas, stroke, tumors, head trauma, and toxic/metabolic disorders

EEGs are utilized in

Surgical Monitoring

The first step in setting up a patient for an EEG involves

Mapping the head

Duties of EEG tech

Measure head, Record EEG, Report findings to IP, and record history

Ethics

Accurate and honest, Patient Confidentiality, Patient safe, scope of care

What is the Primary Purpose of the international 10-20 system of measurement?

To standardize EEG measurements worldwide

Which landmark is defined as the bridge of the nose?

Nasion

During which step do you measure from the left pre-auricular point to the right pre-auricular point across the top of the head?

Step 3: Measure Coronal Plane

How much distance is marked from the Nasion and inion to find FPZ and Oz respectively?

10%

Which Plane measurement involves marking halfway points between Fp1, C3, and O1?

Left Parasagittal Plane

What happens if the electrodes are placed too close together, such as between F4 and C4?

The EEG amplitude is reduced

Why is it important for an EEG technologist to use the correct measuring method?

To ensure consistent interpretation across all EEGs

True or False: Before placing electrodes, the skin must be prepped with an approved skin cleanser

True

True or False: It is recommended to use excessive paste when applying paste-type electrodes to ensure they stay on longer

False

True or False: Collodion is quicker to apply than paste and has no noxious smell

False

True or False: Collodion can be a fire hazard, so it should not be used near ignition sources

True

True or False: Paste-type electrodes are ideal for a long-term monitoring as they stay on very well for extended periods

False

True or False: When prepping the skin, you should rub the entire cross-mark off the ensure proper electrode contact

False

True or False: Collodion application requires the use of forced air to dry the collodion on the electrode

True

True or False: After applying paste-type electrodes, you should cover them with gauze, cotton, or paper tape to secure them

True

True or False: The main concern during electrode application is skin breakdown, which can be prevented by gentle prepping

True

True or False: Acetone, used for removing collodion, should be stored in a fireproof cabinet due to its flammability

True

True or False: Collodion application does not require any special ventilation because it has no strong smell

False

True or False: Proper skin prep includes wiping off any excess prep with a damp washcloth or alcohol wipe

True