Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Overview of Early Detection, and Role of Nurses
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https://doi.org/10.26463/rjns.13_1_13Keywords:
Autism, Overview, Detection, Nurses, RoleAbstract
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental illness that affects social relationships and communication, as well as a variety of challenging behaviors. Children are not screened for ASD, despite the fact that it is generally recommended. The best outcomes for people with ASD come from early intervention, and developmental surveillance and screening are essential before intervention. Nurses are the primary healthcare providers for children, and they are in a unique position to encourage their development. They have regular contact with children before they start school and can deliver family-centered, comprehensive, coordinated care, including a more thorough medical assessment if a screening suggests a child is at risk for a developmental condition. The diagnosis of ASD is on the continual rise, usually diagnosed in the younger years of life, but this is not always the case. Regardless of when the diagnosis is received, it is important to remember that individuals diagnosed with ASD continue to grow into adulthood and experience many of the same illnesses and disorders as the rest of society thus rendering the nurse the possibility of interacting with this special population sometime throughout his or her career.
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