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Positive Healthcare Encounters for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Accommodations During Surgical Procedures

Stacey Bevan1, Kathleen Harris2, Susan Maeder-Chieffo2

  • 1University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, PA.

Journal of Perianesthesia Nursing : Official Journal of the American Society of Perianesthesia Nurses
|August 15, 2022
PubMed

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Adapting anesthesia care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) improves patient satisfaction and outcomes. This article presents a novel protocol to guide perianesthesia nurses and advanced care providers in implementing necessary practice accommodations for these unique patients.

Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Pediatric Care
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Research

Background:

  • Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) present unique challenges during anesthesia procedures.
  • Current practices may not adequately address the specific needs of pediatric patients with ASD.
  • Optimizing care for this population can lead to improved patient and family experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel protocol for modifying anesthesia care for children with autism spectrum disorder.
  • To provide a template for perianesthesia nurses and advanced care providers to implement practice accommodations.
  • To enhance patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes for pediatric ASD patients undergoing anesthesia.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a new protocol by an anesthesia resource center.
  • Focus on early patient identification and provider adaptation.
  • Inclusion of case examples based on parent interviews and chart review.

Main Results:

  • The protocol offers a structured approach to modify care for children with ASD.
  • Case examples illustrate the practical application and benefits of the protocol.
  • The protocol serves as a guide for implementing necessary practice accommodations.

Conclusions:

  • Early identification and tailored anesthesia care are crucial for children with autism spectrum disorder.
  • The described protocol provides a practical framework for perianesthesia nurses and advanced care providers.
  • Implementing these accommodations can significantly improve the experience and outcomes for pediatric patients with ASD.

Keywords:
anesthesiaautism spectrum disordercase examplepediatricsprocess overview

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