Caring for children with Autism in healthcare settings

Children with Autism can, at times, have very specific needs and ways of coping when in a stressful environment. When faced with the loud and unfamiliar hospital environment, children with Autism can very quickly become overwhelmed.

In this video learning activity, Allison offers some practical tips on how to manage the stressors and still get your clinical tasks done.​

In this video learning activity, you will:

• Gain an understanding of the complexities of a ‘spectrum’ and how to shape your knowledge around this concept
• Understand sensory overload and how to ease the sensory burden on your patient
• Learn why your patient may experience selective mutism or be nonverbal in your care
• Gain knowledge of executive dysfunction and emotional dis-regulation in your patient

This learning activity is one hour in duration. 1 hour of active learning = 1 CPD hour

You will receive a certificate after completing a short quiz to use in your professional development portfolio.