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No caffeine or sugary lolllies etc as sleep needs to be captured. Alternatively a 1pm appointment can be booked, the child will need to go to bed 1 hour later and get up at 4am and stay awake. Put the child to bed 1-2hrs later than usual and get them up no later than 3am. Lose half of their regular sleep, for an 8am or 9am apt. Hours sleep and book around the time of a morning sleep. Bring what your child normally needs for a sleep- a bottle, dummy, favourite blanket etc Following the test we would be grateful if you would take a Patient Satisfaction Survey away with you to fill in and send back to us freepost.Child should be woken 1-2 hrs earlier than normal and keep awake until the study (especially during the car trip), try and book the appointment during a sleep time. We can provide this information leaflet in larger fonts or audio format via email if required, please phone the number above In addition we can also provide a visit to the depart- ment in advance of the appointment for patients who may require it to familiarize yourself with the surroundings and staff. Patient co-operation is required for the duration of the test if due to a learning disability you feel more time is needed, please contact the department. If you are unable to attend this appointment, have any specific requirements or questions please ring 01 as soon as possible. In the very unlikely event that you do have an epileptic seizure or blackout you would be required to inform the DVLA and your driving licence would be suspended. These risks are fully explained during the test and your consent is re- quired for these parts. In some people there is a very small chance that being sleep deprived, the breathing exercise or the flashing light could result in a seizure or clinical event. The results will go back to your Consultant in approximately 2-3 weeks. You will not be told any results following the test. Your hair will feel sticky following removal of electrodes and require washing when you return home. What will happen after the test?Īfter the recording, the electrodes will be taken off with warm water. The test will take around 90 minutes in total. You will be rested back comfortably, covered with a blanket and the lights will be dimmed to encourage you to fall asleep. look at a flashing light: The physiologist will instruct you to look into a strobe light which will flash on and off at different speedsĬonsent will be discussed at your appointment for these portions of the re-cordingįor the majority of the recording you will be given the chance to fall asleep.perform a breathing exercise: This involves taking deep breaths for up to three minutes.If you do not wish for the video to be undertaken please let the Clinical Physiologist know on arrival to the appointment A video will be taken of you during the recording, this will allow any movements or episodes you may have to be matched up with the EEG re- cording. You will not feel anything during the recording.Ī video will be taken of you during the recording, this will allow any move- ments or episodes you may have to be matched up with the EEG record- ing. The majority of the test will be performed with your eyes closed. After rubbing these points with a gel, 23 small electrodes will be placed using a sticky paste. The Clinical Physiologist will mark some points on your scalp with a soft pencil. The Clinical Physiologist will explain the test, answer any questions you may have and obtain a clinical history from you. You should take your medication as normal and please bring along a written list of your current medication What will happen during the test? If you have extensive hair extensions/weave these will need to be removed prior to your EEG.
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Please wash your hair and do not use any hair products such as gel or hairspray. You are welcome to bring a friend or relative to accompany you to your appointment. It is essential that you do not drive yourself to/from the hospital. You should ensure you have a someone available to accompany you to your appointment. Stay awake for 24 hours prior to the test An EEG is used to investigate a number of different conditions, most commonly being blackouts or seizures.Ī sleep deprived EEG is a recording of your brain waves following a period of no sleep and may provide the doctors with additional infor- mation.Ī Clinical Physiologist will perform the test and staff in training may be present during your investigation, this will be explained at the time of your appointment and consent for this will be discussed with you What should I do before the test? Recording this information will help your consultant in the diagnosis and management of your complaint or condi- tion. This is a recording of the electrical activity of the brain.