EEG

Question 1

What does EEG stand for?

Answer 1

Electroencephalography

Question 2

Briefly, what are the main waves called and when do you get them?

Answer 2

Alpha, beta, and gamma = While awake and thinking
Delta = Slow-wave sleep
Theta = While drowsy

Question 3

What abnormality on EEG might indicate delirium?

Answer 3

Delta waves while awake