Evidence-Based Approaches for Prescribing Psychotropic Medications in Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorders.

IF 0.2 Q4 NURSING

Journal of Doctoral Nursing Practice Pub Date : 2020-11-01 DOI:10.1891/JDNP-D-20-00001

Lisa Alberts

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Abstract

Background: Treating children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) is challenging, whether for mental health concerns, underlying healthcare conditions, or a variety of behavioral challenges, such as self-injury, aggression, or irritability.

Objective: This article highlights evidence-based approaches to inform prescribing practices in treating children and adults with ASDs and mental health or behavioral challenges.

Methods: Current and historical literature focusing on treating individuals with ASDs using psychotropic medications was analyzed.

Results: Psychotropic medications may not be the best choice for treating individuals with ASDs and mental health or behavioral challenges. Inappropriate use of psychotropic medications in this population can cause significant side effects and lead to long-term health related issues.

Conclusions: Prescribers should use evidence-based approaches when treating this population.

Implications for nursing: Nurse practitioners are likely to encounter patients with ASDs in their practice. Understanding special considerations in prescribing for this population is highly relevant and important to improve health outcomes.

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自闭症谱系障碍患者精神药物处方的循证方法。

背景:治疗儿童和成人自闭症谱系障碍(ASDs)是具有挑战性的，无论是心理健康问题，潜在的健康状况，还是各种行为挑战，如自残，攻击或易怒。目的:本文重点介绍了基于证据的方法，为治疗儿童和成人的asd和心理健康或行为挑战提供信息。方法:对目前和历史上有关使用精神药物治疗asd的文献进行分析。结果:精神药物可能不是治疗asd和精神健康或行为障碍患者的最佳选择。在这一人群中不恰当地使用精神药物会引起严重的副作用，并导致长期的健康相关问题。结论:处方者在治疗这一人群时应采用循证方法。对护理的启示:执业护士在执业过程中可能会遇到自闭症患者。了解在为这一人群开处方时的特殊考虑，对改善健康结果具有高度相关性和重要性。

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