Research summaries for autism therapy: nurse

definition of nurse: Medical professional who is trained to provide certain health care services and support. Some nurses specialize in helping people with autism.
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Caring for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Part II: Screening, Diagnosis, and Management, Summarized Jul 8, 2009

Nurses may want to learn about screening, diagnosis, and support of children with autism because they are likely to encounter them in the community and in the medical setting. Since 1 out of 150 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), nurses are likely to meet with or care for children with autism. Early diagnosis and early intervention are important to better help children with autism. Since diagnosis of autism in infants and toddlers can be difficult, nurses can look for delays in babbling, talking, and social interactions.... Read more...

Asperger’s Syndrome: From Hiding to Thriving, Summarized Nov 3, 2008

Nurse practitioners can be an important part of the treatment team of a person with Asperger syndrome and can help to guide the intervention plan.

This review article describes Asperger's syndrome, drug therapies, and intervention options. The author suggests that people with Asperger's syndrome do best when they keep to a schedule. It helps them if changes are made slowly. The author suggests working with the strengths of the person with Asperger's syndrome and using these strengths to find a job that is a good fit. When speaking to a person with Asperger syndrome, it is important to speak clearly and say what you mean. Read more...

Autism: Part II. Genetics, Diagnosis, and Treatment, Summarized May 27, 2008

Since autism is becoming more common, nurses need to know about the different therapies that are used.

This short paper reviews some of the basic therapies for autism so that nurses are more aware of the disease. It describes for nurses how both drug therapies and non-drug therapies are used. Some studies have shown that diets such as the gluten-free diet or casein-free diet can help children with autism. While there is no cure for autism, drug therapy is used to help with aggression, self-injury, and hyperactivity that may come with autism. Autism brings lifelong challenges and it is important to manage the behavior issues that can come with autism. Read more...

Difficulties Experienced by Families with Disabled Children, Summarized May 6, 2008

Nurses can protect families and children with autism by helping to organize the care of the child.

This study was designed to describe the problems that parents have when taking care of children with disabilities. Many times a diagnosis can cause conflict within a family. Many times the mothers do most of the care taking and they do not get the support that they need. Two in five mothers in the study were blamed by the family members for having a child with a disability. Nurses can support mothers by giving information, counseling, and support for home care. Read more...

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Synonyms for nurse include: nurse practitioner, nurses
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