The use of such medications may make it difficult to know when PTA has resolved as they may have an adverse effect on cognitive functioning.Ĭognitive recovery following the period of PTA may be limited in some patients who have experienced a severe traumatic brain injury. As the patient emerges from the state of PTA, they begin to become orientated, recall recent events, lay down new memories and develop insight into their situation.Ĭommonly used medications following traumatic brain injury include the use of sedating medication and opiate analgesics. During PTA the patient is unable to lay down new memories and cannot recall day-to-day events.
PTA normally ranges from minutes to weeks however it may occasionally last for months. The duration of PTA may vary considerably from patient to patient. Post Traumatic Amnesia (PTA) refers to a state of confusion and disorientation following traumatic brain injury (TBI), which occurs: Aim: To understand what the term Post Traumatic Amnesia (PTA) means, the range of clinical features associated with PTA and how to help the person in PTA.
