ECT Flashcards
1
Q
What is given to the patient prior to ECT?
A
General Anaesthesia
Muscle Relaxent
2
Q
How long is the patient exposed to the electric current?
A
Dosage is titrated to achieve a seizure which lasts 15-30 seconds.
3
Q
How is the effect of the seizure monitored?
A
Via an EEG
4
Q
What an be used to stop the seizure if it is prolonged?
A
Benzodiazepines
5
Q
What are the most likely causes of death during ECT?
A
Cardiovascular or Pulmonary complications
6
Q
What type of memory loss are patients usually affected by?
A
Autobiographical
Ability to learn is not impinged
7
Q
If the patients ability to consent is impaired what is the procedure?
A
A second indépendant Dr is required in order to allow procedure to take place.
8
Q
How often is ECT administered?
A
2x weekly
