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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
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Module Title Children & Intellectual Disability
Module Code NS263
School School of Nursing and Human Sciences
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Liz Hartnett
Semester 2: Liz Hartnett
Autumn: Liz Hartnett
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
Over the course of this module the student will examine the bio/psycho/social development of children/adolescents and acquire an understanding of the factors that can adversely and positively affect that development.The student will be expected to identify and evaluate the range and type of services and interventions that assist families and communities to develop a child/adolescent with intellectual disability to his or her fullest potential.

Learning Outcomes
1. Describe the psycho-social and cognitive development of children and adolescents with intellectual disability using theories and applications drawn from lifespan psychology
2. Evaluate the needs of the family of the individual with intellectual disability.
3. Recognise relevant legislation that underpins the provision of education, health and social supports to children with intellectual disabilities and their families.
4. Relate how a nurse in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team can maximise the potential of a child/adolescent with intellectual disability in community, health care, educational, and social settings.
5. Discuss delivery of nursing care to the child and adolescent with profound and complex needs.
6. Explore ways of communicating with the child and adolescent with intellectual disability.
7. Apply sociological concepts to disability, family and society.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Seminars4Topic Identified in Advance
Lecture24class lecture
Tutorial4Student Led
Laboratory8Physiotherapy Sessions
Independent learning time85No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Indicative Content and Learning Activities.
Definition of intellectual disability.Review of causes of intellectual disability.Development theories.Sociology of childhood and adolescence and the family.Family support.Child Protection including legislation and children first policy.Nurse’s role in assessment.Nurse’s role in contributing to an individualised approach to care.Early intervention.Play.Education including current provision.Speech and language therapy.Communicating with children and adolescents.Physiotherapy.Occupational therapy.Sensory impairment and sensory integration.Intensive Interaction.Puberty and adolescence.Postural care.Introduction to health issues for the child and adolescent with intellectual disability..

The sociological aspects of family, disability and society.
The sociological aspects of family, disability and society will be explored.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
AssignmentEssay (2000 words)70%n/a
PresentationThe focus of the presentation centers on the analysis of two peer reviewed journal articles.30%n/a
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List
  • Berke, L.E: 2007, Development through the Lifespan. Boston MA: Allyn and Boston,
  • Gates, B. and Barr, O.: 2009, Oxford Handbook of Learning and Intellectual Disability Nursing. UK: OUP Oxford.,
  • Gates, B: 2006, Learning Disabilities, Towards Inclusion. (5th Ed.).London: Churchill Livingston.,
  • Griffin, S and Shelvin, M: 2007, Responding to Special Educational Needs : an Irish perspective. Gill and Macmillan: Dublin,
  • Pawlyn, J and Carnaby, S: 2009, Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities, Nursing Complex Needs, Wiley Blackwell: Oxford.,
  • Harris, J: 2005, Intellectual Disability: Understanding Its Development, Causes, Classification, Evaluation and Treatment. USA: Oxford University Press.,
  • Bruni, M.: 2006, Fine Motor Skills in Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals. US: Woodbine House Inc,
  • Lavoie, R.: 2005, It's So Much Work to Be Your Friend: Helping the Child with Learning Disabilities Find Social Success. Touchstone Books,
  • May, D.: 2001, Transitions and changes in the lives of people with Intellectual Disability. Philadelphia: Kingsley.,
  • Denny, E and Earle, S (2008) Sociology for Nurses. Cambridge: Polity Press.: 0,
  • Hyde, A.,Lohan, M and McDonnell, O (2004) Sociology for Health Professionals in Ireland. Dublin: IPA: 0,
  • Hoffnung, M.: 2000, Lifespan development. Boston: Houghton Mifflin,
  • Clark, L. & Griffiths,P.: 2008, Learning Disability and other intellectual impairments. West Sussex: Wiley & Sons.,
Other Resources
None
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BNIDBSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability)
Timetable this semester: Timetable for NS263
Date of Last Revision26-JAN-12
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