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Implementation of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework

09 September 2009

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article describes the implementation of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) by part of an NHS trust that provides services for people with learning...

Developing a personalised tool to detect physical deterioration in adults with learning disabilities in community settings

25 March 2021

Learning Disability Practice

physical healthcare

Opportunities to detect physical health deterioration early in people with learning disabilities are often missed, which can lead to suboptimal health outcomes...

Making effective reasonable adjustments for women with learning disabilities during pregnancy

09 March 2021

Learning Disability Practice

literature review

An increasing number of women with learning disabilities are forming relationships and having children. These women are likely to have additional needs during...

Exploring the perspectives of parents on their child’s transition into adult learning disability services

27 April 2023

Learning Disability Practice

literature review

Transition from child to adult services can be a particularly challenging time for people with learning disabilities and their parents. This article details a...

Exploring the experiences of fathers who have a child with a learning disability

11 December 2023

Learning Disability Practice

literature review

Children with learning disabilities often require greater levels of support from their parents than other children. However, there can be differences in the caring...

Improving access to breast cancer screening by women with learning disabilities: a literature review

15 December 2022

Learning Disability Practice

physical healthcare

Breast cancer screening can facilitate earlier diagnosis and improved outcomes. However, women with learning disabilities are less likely to attend breast cancer...

COVID-19-related stressors and coping strategies of support staff working with people with learning disabilities

16 December 2021

Learning Disability Practice

mental health

Background During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, support staff working with people with learning disabilities experienced a range of stressors...

Evaluation and its importance for nursing practice

26 April 2017

Nursing Standard

CPD

Evaluation of service delivery is an important aspect of nursing practice. Service evaluation is being increasingly used and led by nurses, who are well placed to...

Practical guidance on undertaking a service evaluation

Nursing Standard

evidence & practice

This article describes the basic principles of evaluation, focusing on the evaluation of healthcare services. It emphasises the importance of evaluation in the...

09 October 2024 / Vol 27 issue 5

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