Table of Contents

Introduction Common syndromes and disorders in learning disability Professional and legal responsibilities Mental health Physical health Long-term conditions Complex and challenging behaviours Management dilemmas and mentoring learners Dealing with emergencies

About the Author

David Dalby is a Senior Lecturer and Academic Lead for Learning Disability Nursing at DeMontfort University. He has published articles on learning disability nursing in Nursing Times, Research in Nursing and Learning Disability Practice. Chris Knifton is a Senior Lecturer in Dementia, Learning Disability and Mental Health at DeMontfort University. He also works as Dementia School Lead and School Nursing Skills Facilitator. He has contributed to previous Quay Books' publications, including Fundamental Aspects of Long-Term Conditions and Forensic Mental Health Nursing: Ethics, Debates, Dilemmas.