EEG (Electroencephalogram) easy read

EEG (Electroencephalogram) easy read

An EEG is a test that records your brain waves

Easy Read: Information for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities

At home

Wash your hair

Eat some food

Take medication as normal

Bring a list of medication

At the hospital

You will sit in a comfy chair & relax

You will not feel anything from the EEG

Wires will be put on your head with a paste

We will ask you to open and close your eyes

You may do some deep breathing

You may look at a flashing light 

 The test will take one hour

When the test is finished, you can go home

More information

If you have any questions, call us on 01905 733532.

For advice and assistance with any hospital visit, call the hospital switch on 01905 763333 and ask for the learning disability support team.

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