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Patients with autism often don't get the care they deserve. Understanding and appreciating neurodivergent patients helps us better care for them and neurotypical patients, too, in the stress of surgery.
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This video shines a spotlight on the unique experiences and challenges that patients with autism face during surgery and anesthesia, offering vital insights for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and patients alike.
This video tackles head-on the critical issue of impulse control. We delve into the difficulties that individuals with autism often face, such as maintaining focus, managing distractions, taking turns, and adhering to instructions. We highlight how these struggles can escalate in a surgical setting, potentially leading to emotional distress and embarrassment in front of the medical team. This is an aspect of autism and healthcare that is frequently overlooked, and by shedding light on it, we aim to encourage more compassionate and understanding practices.
Patients with autism can find surgical environments exceedingly stressful due to the unfamiliar surroundings and procedures. This stress can amplify impulse control difficulties, escalating the risk of emergence delirium. In our video, we delve into this post-anesthesia complication and discuss the potential for it to evolve into long-term problems, such as trauma, PTSD, and maladaptive coping mechanisms like panic attacks and tantrums in anticipation of future surgeries.
However, this video is not about presenting challenges without solutions. We bring to the forefront several practical strategies that anesthesiologists and doctors can employ to reduce anxiety and foster a more positive surgical experience for patients with autism.
We emphasize the significance of thorough preparation and rehearsal 1-6 weeks before surgery. By familiarizing patients with the upcoming experience, we can dramatically decrease anxiety levels and enhance overall patient outcomes.
Our video also discusses the role of pre-medications, like ketamine, midazolam, and dexmedetomidine. We explore how these medications, administered intranasally, intramuscularly, or orally, can ensure a smooth and swift induction and emergence from anesthesia.
At the heart of our video is a powerful message of equality and respect. We firmly believe that patients on the autism spectrum should receive the same quality of care as any other patient. Moreover, we propose that the strategies we discuss can be beneficial to all patients, improving the overall experience and outcomes of anesthesia.
This video serves as an essential resource for healthcare professionals striving to improve their practice, for caregivers seeking to understand and prepare for the surgical journey, and for patients who deserve the best possible care.
Join us in making a difference in healthcare. Watch the video, learn from it, share it, and together, let's ensure that everyone, regardless of their condition, experiences top-notch healthcare they deserve.
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