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Children with autism need better hospital care, says RCN

Kat Keogh

    Nursing Children and Young People
    |June 13, 2017
    PubMed

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    Nurses are advocating for better care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in healthcare settings. Support for these children is declining as services face increasing strain.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Healthcare
    • Neurodevelopmental Disorders

    Background:

    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects approximately 1% of children in the UK.
    • ASD impacts social interaction, communication, and behavior.
    • Current healthcare services are under significant strain.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the urgent need for improved care for children with ASD.
    • To address the dwindling support systems for children with ASD within strained healthcare environments.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of nursing concerns.
    • Review of current support structures for pediatric autism care.

    Main Results:

    • Nurses report critical gaps in hospital and community care for children with ASD.
    • The RCN (Royal College of Nursing) warns of diminishing support.

    Conclusions:

    • Immediate improvements in healthcare provision for children with ASD are essential.
    • Addressing the strain on healthcare services is crucial to restoring adequate support for autistic children.

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