Radiographers often interact with autistic persons on a regular basis and consequently, have to understand how to behave appropriately around them. Radiographers should ensure that they give the autistic persons the same encouragement that they would have given to persons that are not autistic (George, 2010 p. 7). This therefore means that the autistic persons should be treated as ‘normal’ but at the same time, the radiographers should make sure that they are mindful of the persons’ special needs. Given that the autistic persons have special needs, it should be noted that indeed the radiographers should make certain that they have patience when dealing with them and especially make sure that they avoid the creation of unnecessary eye contact (Nordahl, Christine, et al., 2016 p. 38). The radiographers should also make sure that they create a situation and an environment where they are prepared to help the autistic person in an unexpected ways (Melillo, 2012).

People with autism often have a differential number of behaviors and they range from learning frailty, ADHD, as well as Tourette’s syndrome. Some of them are socially awkward and are unable to relate socially in a clear and warm manner. Further, others also face communication challenges and are generally repetitive. The examination of autism in adults is often more complicated as compared to that of children. However, the examination should include that of the face, arms, and legs in order to look for abnormal growth pattern. Another important examination is that of reflexes, given that most autistic adults often have undeveloped reflexes Nordahl, Christine, et al., 2016 p. 44). Further, it is critical to note that indeed there should be examination of hand dominance. This is because most autistic adults often have a delayed development of their arms.

Autism is a disorder which affects how the brain grows and how it works. Radiographers often use MRI in order to analyze the different changes that exist in blood flow and blood volume when it comes to the brain. Further, it is also of the essence to note that the blood’s magnetic state changes when a patient goes ahead to carry out a specified task and oxygen carried in the blood is released into the brain tissues. MRI has been used as a stable by radiographers for the diagnosis of autism, and it currently stands as one of the most reliable methods of diagnosis autistic disorders Nordahl, Christine, et al., 2016 p. 58).

The MRI often shows that there is reduced brain activity in the autistic person. Further, it is also critical to note that the right and left hemispheres of the brain work in conjunction with each other in order for the brain to perform in an optimal manner. However, the MRI of a person with autism often shows a severe dysfunction in the connectivity between the two hemispheres showing that indeed there is a problem in the coordination. The MRI scan in most instances examines six major areas in the brain involved in emotional functioning, language function as well as social functioning. The MRI uses diffusion tensor imaging which helps to refine the images and therefore show the brain activity which helps in the diagnosis of autism (George, 2010 p. 7).

In conclusion, radiographers are at a special position in the improvement of lives for the people living with autism. They often interact with them in many instances during MRI scans and other procedures and consequently, there is a need for them to make sure that indeed ensure that the autistic persons feel comfortable around them. There is a need for the radiographers to also go ahead and ensure that they treat the autistic patients as normal patients and they give them the encouragement and help that they need and deserve.