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Non-verbal communication between nurses and people with an intellectual disability: a review of the literature
- Authors:
- MARTIN Anne-Marie, O'CONNOR-FENELON Maureen, LYONS Rosemary
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 14(4), December 2010, pp.303-314.
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Place of publication:
- London
To date, there is limited research investigating communication between intellectual disability nurses and service users with severe communication impairments. This article aims to examine the literature regarding such communication, and presents a critical review of common themes arising from this literature. The article starts with an in-depth examination of communication as a concept. Communication between the intellectual disability nurse and the person with an intellectual disability is then discussed in the context of existing literature. Key themes to emerge from the review include knowledge of the person with intellectual disability, mismatch of communication ability, and knowledge of communication. Finally, the authors present a critical review of the importance of communication in learning disability nursing practice. In conclusion, the authors suggest that due to the lack of information relating to intellectual disability nursing and non-verbal communication, further research is required. (Edited publisher abstract)
Learning materials on mental health: risk assessment
- Editors:
- ALBERG Corinna, HATFIELD Barbara, HUXLEY Peter
- Publisher:
- University of Manchester. School of Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 184p.
- Place of publication:
- Manchester
Teaching pack designed to inform those involved in mental health risk assessment and risk management of the latest knowledge and best practice. The pack assumes prior training in and an understanding of mental health. A key theme of the materials is the importance of multidisciplinary working. Contains modules on: characteristics of risk; intervention and management; legislation and policy; groups with special needs; ethical issues and user, carer and other perspectives; and training exercises.