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Patel, Pradip R.

Learning Disabilities and Mental Health: A Nursing Perspective

Patel, Pradip R. - Learning Disabilities and Mental Health: A Nursing Perspective, ebook

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Learning disabilities and mental health: a nursing perspective provides an evidence-based perspective on care of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health problems. Around 30% to 40% of people with learning disabilities will experience mental health disorders during their lives. Many learning disability nurses and a significant number of mental health nurses are in daily contact with this group, and their complex needs are not often well understood.

* Examines current theory and practice in supporting people with learning disabilities and additional mental health needs

* Evaluates the learning disability nursing contribution to care

* Identifies the key knowledge and skills required by learning disability and mental health nurses and other health care professionals

* Addresses key issues in contemporary practice

* Explores assessment of needs in order to provide needs-led services

Keywords: MEDICAL / Nursing / Issues MED058090

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Publisher
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Publication year
2008
Language
en
Edition
1
Page amount
248 pages
Category
Medicine, Health Care, Mode
Format
Ebook
eISBN (PDF)
9780470777695
Printed ISBN
9781405106153

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