Advancing Healthcare Quality for People on the Autism Spectrum
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Description
The aim of this doctoral project was to establish a multidisciplinary Community of Practice for core healthcare providers in all settings and across the lifespan, to facilitate networking, education, and advocacy on caring for autistic individuals and families. With the support of the Autism Society of Minnesota, a virtual community was established. Participation in the community is voluntary, open to all healthcare providers without geographical limitations, and involvement may occur at varying levels based on participant’s needs. The goal of the community is to improve access to quality healthcare to decrease health disparities in the autistic community. This presentation will give the attendee an introduction to providing patient-centered care for autistic individuals in any healthcare setting.
Keywords
Autusm, healthcare
Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Department
School of Nursing
College
Allied Health and Nursing
First Faculty Advisor's Name
Sue Bell
First Faculty Advisor's Department
School of Nursing
First Faculty Advisor's College
Allied Health and Nursing
Recommended Citation
Dickson, C. (2017, April 17). Advancing Healthcare Quality for People on the Autism Spectrum. Presented at the 2017 Graduate Online Symposium, Mankato, MN. http://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/gos/2017/presentation/3
Creative Commons License
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Presentation Handout
Dickson_Carrie_Badge_Cards.pdf (1747 kB)
Badge Cards
Advancing Healthcare Quality for People on the Autism Spectrum
The aim of this doctoral project was to establish a multidisciplinary Community of Practice for core healthcare providers in all settings and across the lifespan, to facilitate networking, education, and advocacy on caring for autistic individuals and families. With the support of the Autism Society of Minnesota, a virtual community was established. Participation in the community is voluntary, open to all healthcare providers without geographical limitations, and involvement may occur at varying levels based on participant’s needs. The goal of the community is to improve access to quality healthcare to decrease health disparities in the autistic community. This presentation will give the attendee an introduction to providing patient-centered care for autistic individuals in any healthcare setting.
