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Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Tom Tait

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities By Tom Tait

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities by Tom Tait


$15.49
Condition - Very Good
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Summary

Teaches students the importance of caring for the physical and psychological needs of people with learning disabilities. This work offers practical advice on developing caring skills and planning appropriate care.

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Summary

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities by Tom Tait

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities is an introductory textbook for those new to learning disability care, and will assist anyone who is commencing a career in this field. This book teaches students the importance of caring for the physical and psychological needs of people with learning disabilities, and is written in an easy to understand style offering practical advice on developing caring skills and planning appropriate care.

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Reviews

Interesting...most suitable for..disability modules
Mr P Ene, Bath Spa University College

This book could provide a useful overview of the principles involved in supporting people with learning disabilites for students on introductory courses.
Nursing Standard

The authors present the complexities of disability in a straightforward and comprehensible manner. Caring for People with Learning Disabilities provides underpinning knowledge for carers who are new to this area of work, and for students undertaking foundation or vocational programmes of health and social care study.
Community Care

About Tom Tait

Tom Tait MA, PhD, RNLD, RCNT, RNT, FRSH, MHSM, Cert Ed Senior Lecturer in Learning Disabilities, Mary Seacole Research Center, De Montfort University, Leicester Nicky Genders MA (Learning Disability), BA (Hons), Dip Nursing, Cert Ed, RNMH Course Leader Diploma He (Nursing), School of Nursing & Midwifery, De Montfort University, Leicester

Table of Contents

Principles of care for people who have a learning disability
What is learning disability
Communication
Planning and delivering care to people with learning disabilities
Skills for caring
Assessing health care needs
Promoting health lifestyles
Delivering culturally appropriate care to people with learning disabilities
Appreciating family experiences of learning disability.

Additional information

GOR001722654
9780340807095
0340807091
Caring for People with Learning Disabilities by Tom Tait
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
20020830
256
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - Caring for People with Learning Disabilities