Table 2.
Comparison of Pediatricians’ Responses Regarding Organization of Clinical Practices for Children With Autism.
| Questions | Group 1 (n = 18) | Group 2 (n = 22) |
|---|---|---|
| Do you think it would be practical to have a nurse coordinator in the primary care setting for the medical management of child with autism? | ||
| Yes | 29.4% | 13.6% |
| No | 47.1% | 72.7% |
| Not sure | 23.5% | 13.6% |
| How many times a year should a child with ASD be seen at the pediatrician office? | ||
| Once | 6.3% | 4.6%* |
| Two times | 43.8% | 68.2% |
| Three or more times | 44.4% | 18.2% |
| Not sure | — | 9.1% |
| Do you agree that for children with autism the primary care pediatrician has an essential role in delivering general medical care? | ||
| Strongly agree | 76.5% | 27.3%** |
| Agree | 23.5% | 54.6% |
| Neutral | 0 | 18.1% |
| Do you agree that for children with autism the primary care pediatrician is able to successfully deliver special neurological services? | ||
| Strongly agree | 12.5% | 4.8% |
| Agree | 12.5% | — |
| Neutral | 12.5% | 19.1% |
| Strongly disagree | 18.8% | 33.3% |
| Disagree | 43.8% | 42.9% |
| Do you agree that for children with autism the primary care pediatrician is able to successfully coordinate special services? | ||
| Strongly agree | 23.5% | 13.6%** |
| Agree | 52.9% | 9.1% |
| Neutral | 23.5% | 40.9% |
| Strongly disagree/disagree | — | 36.3% |
Abbreviation: ASD, autism spectrum disorder.
*
P < .04-.02. **P < .01-.001.