Autism Spectrum Disorder

Question 1

what are the two steps for adults helping their kids brush their teeth

Answer 1

stand or sit behind where you can see where you’re brushing
brush twice per day

Question 2

what may be available to children who do not like having their teeth brushed but want to chew the toothbrush

Answer 2

double sided toothbrush with bristles on either side

Question 3

name four ways that a child who cannot verbally communicate pain might present their pain

Answer 3

disturbed sleep
otherwise unexplained emotional outbursts
changes in habits of eating
self harm

Question 4

give five examples of things in a dental surgery that an autistic child may find over stimulating

Answer 4

bright ceiling lights
dental light
surgery clutter
handpieces
suction

Question 5

give four options of behavioural management techniques for children with ASD

Answer 5

photos and pictorial guides
social stories
timing the procedure
private rooms that are quieter and calmer

Question 6

what are three pharmacological techniques for ASD

Answer 6

benzodiazepines
diazepam or temazepam
midazolam intranasal spray

Question 7

give an example of four other disciplinaries that would be involved in MDT for ASD child

Answer 7

paediatrician
educational psychologist
speech and language therapist
GP