Better care pathways will lead to improved cardiovascular health: Cardiovascular conditions are a major cause of avoidable deaths in people with learning disabilities, but nurses can help manage the risks.

Cardiovascular conditions are the top cause of avoidable deaths in people with a learning disability. Why are people with a learning disability and/or autism at higher risk, and how can care pathways be improved?

Detalles Bibliográficos
Publicado en:Learning Disability Practice Vol. 27; no. 2; pp. 6 - 9
Autor principal: Evans, Nick
Formato: pictorial Journal Article
Publicado: Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom (The) Apr2024
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Descripción
Sumario:Cardiovascular conditions are the top cause of avoidable deaths in people with a learning disability. Why are people with a learning disability and/or autism at higher risk, and how can care pathways be improved?