ABORDAGENS DO ENFERMEIRO NA PROMOÇÃO DA SAÚDE E BEM- ESTAR DE PESSOAS COM TRANSTORNO DO ESPECTRO DO AUTISMO: REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA.

This study aimed to investigate the role of nurses in promoting the health and well-being of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), through an integrative literature review. The methodology included analyzing studies published between 2015 and 2024, selected from the SciELO, LILACS and BVS databases, based on the descriptors “Autistic Disorder”, “Nursing” and “Child”. Eight articles were included and systematized using the PRISMA 2020 model. The results revealed that, although there have been occasional advances in the care of people with ASD, there are still gaps in academic training and in the continuous training of nurses, reflecting insecurity and weaknesses in care. The evidence points to the importance of early diagnosis, the use of adapted communication strategies and interdisciplinary action integrated with the family. It also identified the need for specific protocols, greater coordination with the educational system and valuing the self-care and autonomy of children with ASD. The conclusion is that nurses’ work with this population must go beyond the technical dimension, requiring sensitivity, empathy and preparation to attend to the singularities of each individual. Continuous training, the strengthening of public policies and multi-professional integration are fundamental to improving care and promoting inclusive, humanized and effective care.