Question

In which of the following situations is processed EEG monitoring most likely to be requested by an anesthesia provider?

A) Monitoring a patient for carotid surgery
B) Managing moderate sedation in the GI suite
C) Monitoring a patient under total intravenous anesthesia for rigid bronchoscopy with muscle relaxation
D) Monitoring a patient with elevated ICP for aneurysm clipping in the neuro IR suite

Answer 1

Processed EEG monitoring is most likely requested for a patient with elevated ICP during aneurysm clipping in the neuro IR suite, as it is crucial for ensuring the patient's neurological safety.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the situations described, processed EEG monitoring is most likely to be requested by an anesthesia provider for monitoring a patient with elevated ICP (intracranial pressure) for aneurysm clipping in the neuro Interventional Radiology (IR) suite (D). EEG monitoring during such a procedure helps in assessing brain activity and ensuring the neurological integrity of the patient as changes in EEG can indicate changes in cerebral blood flow or neuronal activity. This is especially critical in patients with elevated ICP where the margin for error is minimal.