This invaluable guide to learning and intellectual disability nursing, this second edition has been fully revised to provide the reader with an up-to-date, concise, and comprehensive view of this rapidly developing specialty. This handbook gives clear, practical information on how to actively engage with people with learning disabilities and their families to enable effective, person-centered care. With a fully revised and expanded section on practice resources, this updated edition also features new section on independent regulators and conclusions from Serious Case Reviews. Drawing on recognized clinical experts' collective experience, this is the indispensable companion for anyone working with people with learning disabilities. -- From publisher's description.