YOU ARE HAVING VIDEO TELEMETRY
YOU ARE HAVING VIDEO TELEMETRY
YOU ARE HAVING VIDEO TELEMETRY
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You will need to bring warm clothing for the night,as there are no bed covers. This is so we can see anymovement clearly, if you have a seizure overnight.VisitorsIf you are having visitors you may want to show them theevent button and nurse call buzzer. Ask them to press themfor you if they witness an attack.It is also helpful to show them where the camera is so theydo not block the view.During a seizure it is helpful if your visitors do not talk andturn down the radio or TV. (If it is on) to help us get the bestrecording of anything you may say during an attack.Patients undergoing assessment for surgeryYour consultant will have already discussed the assessmentprocess, and the possibility of surgery with you.To ensure we have the best chance of recording someseizures, your consultant may suggest reducing yourmedication whilst you are in hospital. This will be carriedout with your consent, following a strict protocol.You will be observed on your normal dose for at least 24hrsbefore leaving hospital.For questions about your admission telephone:Medical patients: 023 8079 4030Assessment for surgery: 023 8079 8623epilepsy@suht.swest.nhs.ukSK/RW 07/09