Etymed
amnesia
Definition
Loss or impairment of memory
Clinical context
A 28-year-old woman presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle accident. She is conscious and alert but cannot recall any details about the accident or even the events of the previous day. Her neurological exam is otherwise normal. Which of the following best describes her condition?
Mnemonic
A-M-E-M-O-R-Y: Amnesia = Memory loss