Diagnoses and Interventions Pertinent to Intellectual Disability Nursing*

Abstract

The field of intellectual disability care in Ireland has been undergoing significant change, and this has called into question the role of specialist intellectual disability nursing. This review aims to identify the diagnoses and interventions that are employed by intellectual disability nurses. Exploration of the relevant professional literature, drawing on a broad scope of sources, was completed. Examination and discussion within the taxonomic structure of the Nursing Interventions Classification. Initial data set of diagnoses and interventions identified as a basis and justification for further systematic examination of specialist intellectual disability nursing practice. Explication and elaboration of the contribution of specialist nursing within intellectual disability care settings.