Effects of Sensory Training on the Quality of Care Provided by Healthcare Professionals for Neurodivergent Pediatric Patients
By
Michele Kong
Jeremiah A. Tella
Chelsea Brown
Meg Raby
Deena Elsheikh
Brittney Johnston
Jennifer Conway
Uma Srivastava
Julian Maha
Inmaculada Aban
July 17, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Effects of Sensory Training on the Quality of Care Provided by Healthcare Professionals for Neurodivergent Pediatric Patients
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Neurodivergent Pediatric Patients Key Mechanisms Sensory processing challenges and communication difficulties during hospitalization. Target Population Children with sensory processing differences, including those with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and other comorbid conditions. Care Setting Single center tertiary children's hospital
Key Highlights
Sensory training improved provider-reported knowledge, comfort, and preparedness. Higher post-training scores in knowledge and comfort compared to pre-training. Sensory tools were rated as the most beneficial intervention by providers. Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Identify sensory processing challenges in neurodivergent pediatric patients. Management
Implement sensory training for healthcare providers to enhance care for neurodivergent children. Monitoring & Follow-up
Assess provider knowledge and comfort levels before and after training. Risks
Potential for increased stress in neurodivergent patients due to unfamiliar hospital environments. Patient & Prescribing Data
Neurodivergent pediatric patients experiencing sensory processing challenges.
Utilization of sensory toolkits and training for staff to improve patient care.
Clinical Best Practices
Engage caregivers in the development of sensory training programs. Integrate sensory tools into patient care practices. Related Resources & Content
