📘 What is Learning Disability Nursing?
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A specialist type of nursing.
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Supports people who have learning disabilities.
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Helps people with health, independence, and everyday life.
🌟 Why Do We Need It?
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People with learning disabilities have different needs.
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They do not always get the same healthcare as others.
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Nurses make care fair and accessible.
⚖️ How is it Different from “Normal” Nursing?
| General Nursing 🏥 | Learning Disability Nursing 🌈 |
|---|---|
| Focus on illness & treatment | Focus on rights, independence, and communication |
| Short-term hospital care | Lifelong support in many settings |
| Health only | Whole-person care (health, family, social life) |
❤️ Health Inequalities
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People with learning disabilities may die younger.
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Health problems may be missed.
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Nurses help close this health gap.
🛡️ Advocacy and Rights
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Protect people from unfair treatment.
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Support people to make their own choices.
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Speak up so everyone’s voice is heard.
🗣️ Communication
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Use Easy Read, pictures, or sign language.
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Listen carefully.
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Find the best way each person communicates.
🌈 Person-Centered Care
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Make care plans with the person.
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Support people to live the life they want.
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Respect, dignity, and independence come first.
🛠️ Skills of a Learning Disability Nurse
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Understand learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, and mental health.
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Help with health and daily living.
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Work with families and carers.
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Build trust and relationships.
🎯 Why It Matters
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People with learning disabilities deserve equal healthcare.
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Nurses help people to be included, respected, and safe.
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Learning disability nursing changes lives.
✍️ Notes Section (Optional for Students)
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