Responding to Autistic Patients
The challenge of assessing a patient with autism can be offset with proper training and considerations.
Finally, allow parents or primary caregivers to accompany the patient during transport. Inform the hospital in advance that the patient has autism and request a quiet, isolated room. And try to avoid sensory overload for the patient by turning lights and sirens off, if possible.
EMS providers are encouraged to take the pre-test at Prevent-Educate.org to see just how prepared they really are.
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