How much do you know about learning disabilities?
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How much do you know about learning disabilities?

Lynne Pearce Health journalist

Many general practice nurses say they lack the skills to care for service users, but new guidance offers support

The majority of general practice nurses who responded to an RCN survey said that they felt they do not have the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of patients with a learning disability.

Primary Health Care. 32, 5, 16-17. doi: 10.7748/phc.32.5.16.s5

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