HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Is It Safe To Work With A Person Suffering From Autism?

default
Posted on Tue, 17 Dec 2013
Question: I have factor V Leiden and I want to know what's potential risk is working with a autistic 30 yr old male who has become increasingly violent to those around him. He hits with an open hand, partial fist and closed fist and it varies in force. Am I in danger working with this client? He usually targets the arms, middle of the back and chest. But has also been known to hit in the head.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: There is no risk Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear that you have this condition. Factor V leiden predisposes you to clot formation and not bleeding. Therefore, it constitutes no risk of bleeding if hit by someone and bleeding were to occur. I generally advise to stay away from XXXXXXX persons. I don't know why you would put your health at risk while helping another person. If he is violent, it is no longer autism. He should be evaluated and treated for psychosis. Please talk with the managers and suggest that your client gets a psychiatrist consultation and prescriptions to control his aggressive character. I hope you find this helpful. Thank you so much for using our services and please do feel free to ask for more information if need be. I wish you the best of health. Dr. Ditah, MD
Note: Do you have more questions on diagnosis or treatment of blood disorders? Ask An Expert/ Specialist Now
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Chobufo Ditah

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2009

Answered : 6323 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Hematologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Is It Safe To Work With A Person Suffering From Autism?

Brief Answer: There is no risk Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear that you have this condition. Factor V leiden predisposes you to clot formation and not bleeding. Therefore, it constitutes no risk of bleeding if hit by someone and bleeding were to occur. I generally advise to stay away from XXXXXXX persons. I don't know why you would put your health at risk while helping another person. If he is violent, it is no longer autism. He should be evaluated and treated for psychosis. Please talk with the managers and suggest that your client gets a psychiatrist consultation and prescriptions to control his aggressive character. I hope you find this helpful. Thank you so much for using our services and please do feel free to ask for more information if need be. I wish you the best of health. Dr. Ditah, MD