CLTM EXAM 2026 WITH 200 QUESTIONS AND
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FOR LONG TERM MONITORING EXAM (CLTM)
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Domain I: Preparation (Patient & Procedure Planning) – 20 Questions
Q1: A 72-year-old patient with a history of dementia is scheduled for a 72-hour ambulatory EEG.
The orders indicate "rule out non-convulsive seizures." Prior to application, which of the
following is the most critical component of the patient health information to review?
A. The patient's dietary preferences and fluid intake schedule
B. The patient's complete medication list, including over-the-counter and herbal supplements
C. The patient's preferred sleep position and pillow type
D. The patient's social history regarding alcohol and tobacco use
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because reviewing the complete medication list is critical as many drugs,
including sedatives, stimulants, and herbal supplements, can significantly alter the EEG
background and potentially suppress or exacerbate epileptiform activity.
Q2: When planning the recording strategy for a patient with suspected refractory focal epilepsy,
which of the following factors should primarily guide the selection of additional electrodes?
A. The patient's age and gender
B. The most active phase of the patient's typical seizure semiology
C. The electrode manufacturer's recommended placement guidelines
D. The availability of electrodes in the supply cabinet
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because the placement of additional electrodes (e.g., sphenoidal, T1/T2) is
primarily guided by the suspected seizure onset zone, which is often inferred from the patient's
clinical semiology and scalp EEG findings.
Q3: A 45-year-old patient is admitted to the EMU for a presurgical workup. The referring
physician's orders are vague. What is the technologist's FIRST action?
A. Apply the standard 10-20 system electrodes and begin recording
B. Contact the referring physician or the EMU director to clarify the orders and specific
recording goals
C. Proceed with a reduced montage to save time and resources
D. Ask the patient what the physician discussed with them
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because the primary responsibility is to ensure the study ordered is
appropriate for the patient's clinical question. Clarifying vague orders with the ordering
physician or director is the priority step.
Q4: According to ACNS guidelines, when performing continuous EEG monitoring for a comatose
TBI patient, what is the recommended minimum duration for a routine study to rule out non-
convulsive seizures?
A. 30 minutes
B. 2 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 24 hours
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because ACNS guidelines recommend a minimum of 24 hours of continuous
EEG monitoring for comatose patients with TBI due to the high incidence and often delayed
onset of non-convulsive seizures.
Q5: A patient's order is for "Long-term monitoring for psychogenic non-epileptic spells (PNES)."
The primary goal for this recording strategy should be to:
A. Capture an event with concurrent video and EEG to confirm the non-epileptic nature
B. Focus on capturing interictal spikes for a diagnostic yield
C. Sleep deprive the patient to increase the likelihood of an event
D. Wean all anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) immediately upon admission
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct because the diagnostic gold standard for PNES is capturing a typical event
with simultaneous video-EEG, demonstrating no ictal EEG correlate, which is the primary
planning goal.
Q6: Prior to starting a long-term monitoring study, review of the patient's previous imaging
(MRI) is important for:
A. Determining the patient's insurance coverage for the study
B. Identifying structural lesions that may guide electrode placement or interpretation
C. Assessing the patient's risk of allergic reaction to the EEG paste
D. Scheduling the patient's follow-up appointment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because reviewing neuroimaging helps localize possible structural
abnormalities that correlate with EEG findings, which is essential for accurate interpretation and
surgical planning.
,Q7: A 60-year-old patient with altered mental status is admitted for LTM. The patient has a
history of end-stage renal disease. Which laboratory value is most critical to review prior to
interpreting the EEG?
A. White blood cell count
B. Serum electrolyte panel (particularly sodium, calcium, glucose)
C. Liver function tests (AST, ALT)
D. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because electrolyte imbalances, especially hyponatremia, are a common
cause of nonconvulsive status epilepticus and diffuse slowing in the acute care setting.
Q8: For a patient being evaluated for possible temporal lobe epilepsy, which of the following
additional electrode placements would be most appropriate as part of the initial recording
strategy?
A. F9 and F10
B. T1 and T2
C. Oz and Pz
D. A1 and A2
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because T1/T2 (inferior temporal) or F9/F10 (sphenoidal) electrodes are
placed to better sample the mesial temporal and basal temporal regions, which are common
seizure onset zones in temporal lobe epilepsy.
Q9: When planning a study for a patient with a left frontal lobe lesion, the technologist should
anticipate which of the following modifications to the standard recording setup?
A. Avoiding the use of the affected hemisphere due to risk of infection
B. Using a localized, high-density array over the lesional area to better define the irritative zone
C. Decreasing the number of electrodes to minimize discomfort
D. Placing all electrodes on the contralateral hemisphere for comparison
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because placing additional electrodes over the region of interest allows for
more precise localization of epileptiform and abnormal slow wave activity.
Q10: A patient is scheduled for a 24-hour LTM study. The patient reports being allergic to latex.
What is the most appropriate modification to the procedure plan?
A. No modification is necessary; EEG supplies are latex-free
B. Use only non-adhesive EEG paste and gauze
C. Use latex-free electrodes and collodion only
D. Verify all supplies and adhesives are latex-free, and contact the supply department if
, necessary
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because the technologist must verify all supplies, including electrodes, paste,
and tape, are latex-free to prevent a severe allergic reaction.
Q11: To successfully capture a seizure in a patient with catamenial epilepsy, the monitoring
schedule should, if possible, be planned to coincide with which phase of the menstrual cycle?
A. Mid-follicular phase
B. Ovulation
C. Mid-luteal phase
D. Perimenstrual and periovulatory phases
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because estrogen levels peak during the perimenstrual and periovulatory
phases, which are known to lower the seizure threshold and increase seizure frequency in
catamenial epilepsy.
Q12: The primary reason to obtain a thorough patient history of previous head trauma before
an LTM study is to:
A. Establish a baseline for the patient's medical insurance claim
B. Identify potential structural and functional causes for the patient's symptoms
C. Determine the patient's tolerance for lying still during the study
D. Assess the patient's need for sedation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because a history of head trauma is a common etiology for epilepsy and focal
brain dysfunction, which directly informs the diagnostic plan.
Q13: A 32-year-old patient with frequent "spells" is admitted to the EMU. The patient's partner
reports the events are triggered by stress and hyperventilation. What is the most appropriate
component of the recording strategy?
A. To avoid provocation to prevent injury
B. To perform hyperventilation during the baseline recording
C. To include hyperventilation as a provocation method only if the patient is seizure-free for 24
hours
D. To include hyperventilation with the patient's consent as a standard provocation method
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because hyperventilation is a standard provocation method used to elicit
clinical events and epileptiform discharges and should be included in the strategy.
Q14: Which of the following is the most appropriate method for verifying a patient's identity
prior to an EEG procedure?
CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS |CERTIFICATION
FOR LONG TERM MONITORING EXAM (CLTM)
LATEST VERSION (BRAND NEW!!)
Domain I: Preparation (Patient & Procedure Planning) – 20 Questions
Q1: A 72-year-old patient with a history of dementia is scheduled for a 72-hour ambulatory EEG.
The orders indicate "rule out non-convulsive seizures." Prior to application, which of the
following is the most critical component of the patient health information to review?
A. The patient's dietary preferences and fluid intake schedule
B. The patient's complete medication list, including over-the-counter and herbal supplements
C. The patient's preferred sleep position and pillow type
D. The patient's social history regarding alcohol and tobacco use
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because reviewing the complete medication list is critical as many drugs,
including sedatives, stimulants, and herbal supplements, can significantly alter the EEG
background and potentially suppress or exacerbate epileptiform activity.
Q2: When planning the recording strategy for a patient with suspected refractory focal epilepsy,
which of the following factors should primarily guide the selection of additional electrodes?
A. The patient's age and gender
B. The most active phase of the patient's typical seizure semiology
C. The electrode manufacturer's recommended placement guidelines
D. The availability of electrodes in the supply cabinet
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because the placement of additional electrodes (e.g., sphenoidal, T1/T2) is
primarily guided by the suspected seizure onset zone, which is often inferred from the patient's
clinical semiology and scalp EEG findings.
Q3: A 45-year-old patient is admitted to the EMU for a presurgical workup. The referring
physician's orders are vague. What is the technologist's FIRST action?
A. Apply the standard 10-20 system electrodes and begin recording
B. Contact the referring physician or the EMU director to clarify the orders and specific
recording goals
C. Proceed with a reduced montage to save time and resources
D. Ask the patient what the physician discussed with them
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because the primary responsibility is to ensure the study ordered is
appropriate for the patient's clinical question. Clarifying vague orders with the ordering
physician or director is the priority step.
Q4: According to ACNS guidelines, when performing continuous EEG monitoring for a comatose
TBI patient, what is the recommended minimum duration for a routine study to rule out non-
convulsive seizures?
A. 30 minutes
B. 2 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 24 hours
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because ACNS guidelines recommend a minimum of 24 hours of continuous
EEG monitoring for comatose patients with TBI due to the high incidence and often delayed
onset of non-convulsive seizures.
Q5: A patient's order is for "Long-term monitoring for psychogenic non-epileptic spells (PNES)."
The primary goal for this recording strategy should be to:
A. Capture an event with concurrent video and EEG to confirm the non-epileptic nature
B. Focus on capturing interictal spikes for a diagnostic yield
C. Sleep deprive the patient to increase the likelihood of an event
D. Wean all anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) immediately upon admission
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct because the diagnostic gold standard for PNES is capturing a typical event
with simultaneous video-EEG, demonstrating no ictal EEG correlate, which is the primary
planning goal.
Q6: Prior to starting a long-term monitoring study, review of the patient's previous imaging
(MRI) is important for:
A. Determining the patient's insurance coverage for the study
B. Identifying structural lesions that may guide electrode placement or interpretation
C. Assessing the patient's risk of allergic reaction to the EEG paste
D. Scheduling the patient's follow-up appointment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because reviewing neuroimaging helps localize possible structural
abnormalities that correlate with EEG findings, which is essential for accurate interpretation and
surgical planning.
,Q7: A 60-year-old patient with altered mental status is admitted for LTM. The patient has a
history of end-stage renal disease. Which laboratory value is most critical to review prior to
interpreting the EEG?
A. White blood cell count
B. Serum electrolyte panel (particularly sodium, calcium, glucose)
C. Liver function tests (AST, ALT)
D. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because electrolyte imbalances, especially hyponatremia, are a common
cause of nonconvulsive status epilepticus and diffuse slowing in the acute care setting.
Q8: For a patient being evaluated for possible temporal lobe epilepsy, which of the following
additional electrode placements would be most appropriate as part of the initial recording
strategy?
A. F9 and F10
B. T1 and T2
C. Oz and Pz
D. A1 and A2
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because T1/T2 (inferior temporal) or F9/F10 (sphenoidal) electrodes are
placed to better sample the mesial temporal and basal temporal regions, which are common
seizure onset zones in temporal lobe epilepsy.
Q9: When planning a study for a patient with a left frontal lobe lesion, the technologist should
anticipate which of the following modifications to the standard recording setup?
A. Avoiding the use of the affected hemisphere due to risk of infection
B. Using a localized, high-density array over the lesional area to better define the irritative zone
C. Decreasing the number of electrodes to minimize discomfort
D. Placing all electrodes on the contralateral hemisphere for comparison
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because placing additional electrodes over the region of interest allows for
more precise localization of epileptiform and abnormal slow wave activity.
Q10: A patient is scheduled for a 24-hour LTM study. The patient reports being allergic to latex.
What is the most appropriate modification to the procedure plan?
A. No modification is necessary; EEG supplies are latex-free
B. Use only non-adhesive EEG paste and gauze
C. Use latex-free electrodes and collodion only
D. Verify all supplies and adhesives are latex-free, and contact the supply department if
, necessary
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because the technologist must verify all supplies, including electrodes, paste,
and tape, are latex-free to prevent a severe allergic reaction.
Q11: To successfully capture a seizure in a patient with catamenial epilepsy, the monitoring
schedule should, if possible, be planned to coincide with which phase of the menstrual cycle?
A. Mid-follicular phase
B. Ovulation
C. Mid-luteal phase
D. Perimenstrual and periovulatory phases
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because estrogen levels peak during the perimenstrual and periovulatory
phases, which are known to lower the seizure threshold and increase seizure frequency in
catamenial epilepsy.
Q12: The primary reason to obtain a thorough patient history of previous head trauma before
an LTM study is to:
A. Establish a baseline for the patient's medical insurance claim
B. Identify potential structural and functional causes for the patient's symptoms
C. Determine the patient's tolerance for lying still during the study
D. Assess the patient's need for sedation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because a history of head trauma is a common etiology for epilepsy and focal
brain dysfunction, which directly informs the diagnostic plan.
Q13: A 32-year-old patient with frequent "spells" is admitted to the EMU. The patient's partner
reports the events are triggered by stress and hyperventilation. What is the most appropriate
component of the recording strategy?
A. To avoid provocation to prevent injury
B. To perform hyperventilation during the baseline recording
C. To include hyperventilation as a provocation method only if the patient is seizure-free for 24
hours
D. To include hyperventilation with the patient's consent as a standard provocation method
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because hyperventilation is a standard provocation method used to elicit
clinical events and epileptiform discharges and should be included in the strategy.
Q14: Which of the following is the most appropriate method for verifying a patient's identity
prior to an EEG procedure?
