CLTM EXAM CONTENT OUTLINE WITH
REPRESENTATIVE SAMPLE QUESTIONS EXAM
ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND COMPLETE
UPDATE WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS –
ASSURES PASS
I. Foundational Knowledge in Neurophysiology and EEG Basics
Subtopics Covered
Neuroanatomy relevant to EEG and seizure generation
Electrophysiologic principles of EEG
Normal EEG rhythms across age groups
EEG montages and interpretation fundamentals
Representative Sample Questions (with answers and rationales)
Q1. During an EEG, a normal alpha rhythm is typically most prominent in which
region of the head?
A. Occipital
B. Frontal
C. Temporal
D. Central
Rationale: Alpha rhythm is a posterior dominant rhythm, most prominent in the
occipital region when the eyes are closed.
, Q2. The primary generator of the beta frequency band (14–30 Hz) in EEG is
associated with:
A. Deep sleep
B. Wakeful alert state and medication effects
C. Neonatal sleep
D. Pathologic rhythmic discharge
Rationale: Beta activity is common in awake alert adults and may be accentuated
by certain sedative medications.
II. Long-Term Monitoring Techniques and Equipment
Subtopics Covered
Electrode placement and preparation (10-20/10-10 systems)
Video-EEG integration
cEEG equipment setup and parameter selection
Troubleshooting technical issues
Representative Sample Questions
Q3. In the 10-10 EEG system, an electrode labeled “FT9” is located:
A. Near the frontal pole
B. Inferior temporal region near the left ear
C. Mid-central line
D. Occipital region
Rationale: “FT” refers to frontotemporal placement; the number indicates left
side (odd).
REPRESENTATIVE SAMPLE QUESTIONS EXAM
ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND COMPLETE
UPDATE WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS –
ASSURES PASS
I. Foundational Knowledge in Neurophysiology and EEG Basics
Subtopics Covered
Neuroanatomy relevant to EEG and seizure generation
Electrophysiologic principles of EEG
Normal EEG rhythms across age groups
EEG montages and interpretation fundamentals
Representative Sample Questions (with answers and rationales)
Q1. During an EEG, a normal alpha rhythm is typically most prominent in which
region of the head?
A. Occipital
B. Frontal
C. Temporal
D. Central
Rationale: Alpha rhythm is a posterior dominant rhythm, most prominent in the
occipital region when the eyes are closed.
, Q2. The primary generator of the beta frequency band (14–30 Hz) in EEG is
associated with:
A. Deep sleep
B. Wakeful alert state and medication effects
C. Neonatal sleep
D. Pathologic rhythmic discharge
Rationale: Beta activity is common in awake alert adults and may be accentuated
by certain sedative medications.
II. Long-Term Monitoring Techniques and Equipment
Subtopics Covered
Electrode placement and preparation (10-20/10-10 systems)
Video-EEG integration
cEEG equipment setup and parameter selection
Troubleshooting technical issues
Representative Sample Questions
Q3. In the 10-10 EEG system, an electrode labeled “FT9” is located:
A. Near the frontal pole
B. Inferior temporal region near the left ear
C. Mid-central line
D. Occipital region
Rationale: “FT” refers to frontotemporal placement; the number indicates left
side (odd).
