Cognitive Effects of Pharmacological Management of Agitation in Post-Traumatic Amnesia
Population:
AdultDiscipline:
OTSLPDiagnosis:
Brain InjuryReferences:
- Williamson, D., Frenette, A.J., Burry, L.D., Perreault, E.C., Lamontagne, F., Potvin, M.., Giguere, J.F., Mehta, S., Bernard, F. (2019). Pharmacological interventions for agitated behaviours in patients with traumatic brain injury: a systematic review. BMJ Open 2019;9:e029604.
Pharmacological management should be the last option when managing agitation in the TBI population. This material reviews common medications prescribed to treat agitation following brain injury and whether the research supports use or not. This printable handout is for occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists working with adult patients, covering Brain Injury. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.
Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:
- When should pharmacological management be used for agitation?
- How should agitation be managed during post-traumatic amnesia?
- What are the cognitive effects of medications used for agitation after TBI?
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