Dimensions of the transition service coordinator role. Betz CL, Redcay G. University of Southern California Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Children’s Hospital, Los Angeles, USA. J Spec Pediatr Nurs. 2005 Apr-Jun;10(2):49-59. ISSUES AND PURPOSE: This article describes the development and implementation of an innovative advanced practice role, as a transition service coordinator for nurses […]
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Challenges and opportunities of nursing care in special-needs shelters.
December 1, 2006
Hurricanes Katrina and Rita forced many individuals along the coast of Texas and Louisiana to seek shelter inland. Among the evacuees were residents with special needs and residents of nursing homes and group homes caring for mentally retarded and physically disabled persons. Many nurses volunteered to provide health care for those in need. This article […]
Read More »»Emergency preparedness for the home healthcare nurse.
January 1, 2006
Recent events are quickly becoming the hard teacher: giving tests of preparedness first, then allowing for lessons afterward. However, each emergency teaches valuable lessons about assessment and preparation, and each lesson learned can be integrated into assessment of and preparation for the next event. This article outlines key steps that home care nurses can take […]
Read More »»Obesity in people with intellectual disabilities: the impact of nurse-led health screenings and health promotion activities.
January 1, 2003
Background: Obesity appears to be more common among people with intellectual disabilities, with few studies focusing on achieving weight reduction. AIM: Firstly, to follow-up people identified as overweight and obese following special health screening clinics and to determine the actions taken. Secondly, to evaluate the impact of health promotion classes on participants’ weight loss. Methods: […]
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