CAPE

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November 10, 2023
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CAPE

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Reference: https://www.acns.org/UserFiles/file/ACNSStandardizedCriticalCareEEGTerminology_rev2021.pdf

This term was first described in comatose patients in 1944.  Cyclic Alternating Pattern of Encephalopathy (CAPE) refers to changes in background patterns. A cycle refers to the period of time before the sequence repeats (i.e., includes both states once). Document whether seen in the patient’s more awake/stimulated state or less awake state if known. Describe each pattern and typical duration of each pattern. Optional: Describe if this pattern corresponds with cycling of other functions such as respirations, heart rate, blood pressure, movements, muscle artifact, and pupil size.

Question:
What characteristics between pattern 1 and pattern 2 must be present to be considered CAPE?
A
Each pattern lasts at least 10 seconds.
B
Spontaneously alternates between the two patterns in a regular manner.
C
Continues for at least 6 cycles.
D
All the above are required to meet the criteria for CAPE
E
Correct Answer: 
D
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