Question

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

1)Give at least 8 to 10 nursing interventions and rationales for the disorder/disease

- Must be mental health related – Cite Interventions/Rationales

Answer 1

Some of the nursing intervention for autism spectrum dis order are

• Assess the child for social interactions ,communication and cognitive skills be cause some may lack it
• Provide a non stimulating environment : This will prevent diversion and make the child concentrate in the desired work
• Converse with the parents first: This helps to know about the child's behaviour and reactions to different situation
• Use of medical equipment should be first done on parents:This will get rid off the fear and encourage cooperation during procedure
• Follow a schedule in the daily activities : This will create a routine for the child and do work voluntarily
• Reward the behaviour of the patient:This will give them more energy to do their daily works
• Avoid triggers which creates anxiety to the patient: a calm environment increase the comfort zone for the patient
• Include the parents in the nursing care: This will make the child feel more secured and fearless.