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Which condition is known to have the best response to Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
Which condition is known to have the best response to Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
- Schizophrenia paranoid
- Obsessive compulsive disorder
- Simple schizophrenia
- Depression with suicidal tendency (correct)
What is the most common side effect of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
What is the most common side effect of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
- Amnesia (correct)
- Fractures
- Dehydration
- Dementia
Which of the following statements about Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is true?
Which of the following statements about Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is true?
- It is contraindicated in brain tumor
- It requires more than 60 volts
- It is the treatment of major depression (correct)
- All of the above
In which range is the number of ECT sessions typically administered for affective disorders?
In which range is the number of ECT sessions typically administered for affective disorders?
What parameter is TRUE about Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
What parameter is TRUE about Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
Which characteristic is associated with unilateral ECT?
Which characteristic is associated with unilateral ECT?
What is an absolute contraindication for ECT?
What is an absolute contraindication for ECT?
What are the advantages of unilateral ECT?
What are the advantages of unilateral ECT?
Which drug is associated with lower seizure thresholds when administering ECT?
Which drug is associated with lower seizure thresholds when administering ECT?
What is the minimum seizure duration required for effectiveness of ECT?
What is the minimum seizure duration required for effectiveness of ECT?
What is considered as the standard for confirmation of seizure during ECT?
What is considered as the standard for confirmation of seizure during ECT?
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What condition has the best response to ECT?
What condition has the best response to ECT?
Depression with suicidal tendencies is known to respond best to Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT).
Most common side effect of ECT?
Most common side effect of ECT?
Amnesia, or memory loss, is the most common side effect of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT).
What is ECT used to treat?
What is ECT used to treat?
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a treatment for major depression, which is a serious mental health condition.
How many ECT sessions are typical?
How many ECT sessions are typical?
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What are the standard parameters for ECT?
What are the standard parameters for ECT?
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What is a benefit of unilateral ECT?
What is a benefit of unilateral ECT?
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What is an absolute contraindication for ECT?
What is an absolute contraindication for ECT?
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Advantages of unilateral ECT?
Advantages of unilateral ECT?
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What drug affects ECT seizure thresholds?
What drug affects ECT seizure thresholds?
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What is the minimum seizure duration for effective ECT?
What is the minimum seizure duration for effective ECT?
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How is a seizure during ECT confirmed?
How is a seizure during ECT confirmed?
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Study Notes
ECT Conditions and Response
- Depression with suicidal tendency is known to have the best response to ECT.
- ECT is used for life-threatening depression, and for those who have not responded to medication or have found it not helpful in the past.
ECT Characteristics
- The most common side effect of ECT is amnesia.
- ECT requires a voltage of 70-110 volts for 0.3 seconds.
- Unilateral ECT is associated with less amnesia, but is not more effective than bilateral ECT.
- Direct ECT and modified ECT have less memory disturbance compared to bilateral ECT.
Contraindications and Preparation
- Absolute contraindication for ECT is increased intracranial pressure.
- Pregnancy, lactation, and old age are not absolute contraindications for ECT.
- Preparation for ECT procedure includes informed consent in writing, pre-investigations, morning bath, and overnight fasting.
- Administration of an anticonvulsant 30 minutes before ECT is not a recommended preparation.
ECT Indications and Effects
- The most common indication of ECT is major depression.
- The most persistent adverse effect of ECT is retrograde amnesia.
- ECT is not contraindicated in brain tumors, and it is an effective treatment for major depression.
- The minimum seizure duration required for effectiveness of ECT is 30-60 seconds.
- The standard for confirmation of seizure in ECT is EEG.
ECT and Medications
- Lithium is associated with lower seizure thresholds when administering ECT.
- Anticonvulsants, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates increase seizure thresholds when administering ECT.
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Test your knowledge on Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) with this quiz covering conditions with the best response to ECT, its uses, number of sessions for affective disorders, and common side effects. Choose the correct answers and see how well you know about ECT.
