Thursday, December 13, 2018

Helping Kids with Autism Without Behavioral Meds, Restraints in ER

A new emergency department (ED) care model reduces the use of medication given to kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) who are prone to stress and sensory overload in this care setting.

The innovative care model was developed by Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando, Florida. Information about this model was recently presented at the 2018 Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s National Forum in Orlando.

“Our program was designed to help prevent escalation of anxiety and...


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