Old before their time; why are people with learning disabilities misplaced in nursing homes?

Article Abstract:

An analysis of the Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities' survey of registered nurses, residential homes and nursing homes regarding their services offered to people with learning disabilities is offered. Additional information on misplacement of people with learning disabilities in nursing homes due to the shortage of residential homes for this category of handicapped individuals is included.

Residential Care Services, Other Residential Care Facilities, Nurses, Registered, Care and treatment, Surveys, Residential care facilities, Learning disabled, Learning disabled persons, Registered nurses, Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities

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Casualties of war

Article Abstract:

The author examines views of aging United Kingdom veterans and the role hospitals played in past wars. Topics include medical services available during World War I, history of nursing services, and surgical services available at nursing homes.

Veterans

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Postcards from the edge

Article Abstract:

The author examines the role of United Kingdom nurses during the first World War. Topics include duties of nurses, services offered by hospitals, and the care and support of wounded soldiers.

Nurses, Soldiers, World War I, 1914-1918

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