LIBRO + ANEXOS PEDIATRÍA SOCIAL

Libro Blanco de las ACES Pediátricas 2024 44 ❚ 8 Sub-specialty Learning Outcome 1 Demonstrates proficiency in the assessment and management of vulnerable children and young people, including those with physical and psychological developmental disorders and disabilities, as well as counsels families and carers. GPC 1, 3, 5, 7 Key Capabilities Demonstrates proficiency in the assessment, diagnosis and management of children and young people with a broad range of disabilities, including physical and psychological disability, genetic disorders and neuro- developmental disorders and manages co-morbidities in these groups. GPC 3, 5 Illustrations Applies specialist knowledge to investigate, diagnose and manage the following within their specialisation, recognising some areas of overlap between Community Child Health training strands: Behaviour/mental health: 1. Safely prescribes medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and counsels families on the pros and cons of medication in ADHD, sleep disorders and challenging behaviour with colleagues from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). 2. Recognises and diagnoses the developmental presentations underpinning neurodevelopmental disorders (eg Autism Spectrum Disorder [ASD] and ADHD) and the overlapping nature of these conditions. 3. Applies the principles of behavioural management. 4. Identifies symptoms of specific mental health disorders and recognises when to refer to specialist colleagues. 5. Assesses the range of evidence-based interventions for mental health problems. 6. Assesses and addresses problems with sleep, feeding and toileting, in the context of neurodevelopmental conditions and advises on medication, if needed.