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C W Smiley. 1972. The advocacy program.. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6163.1972.tb00778.x
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This article is an overview of notable events in the history of mental retardation covering various epoch--Antiquity, Dark and Middle Ages, Renaissance, Reformation and the ensuing centuries to the present era. Society's attitude toward mental retardation is based on its needs, expectancies and social consciousness which frequently change. The plight of individuals with mental retardation had its nadir and acme; from abject treatment less than humane to recognition as rightful members of society. Nevertheless, there are still practices that restrict integration of the mentally retarded into the mainstream of society. Hopefully, these barriers will be broken down. This, however, will be contingent upon society's deference towards the inherent dignity of all men.
The definition and clarification of the role of professional nurses on the interdisciplinary team was the focus of this paper. Professional services that other team members, administrators, individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families may expect from registered nurses were outlined. The AAMR Nursing Division Position Statement was presented in order to inform the public and provide a framework of practice for professional nurse specialists in the field of developmental disabilities.
Pinworm, a common parasitic infestation, can be a chronic nuisance in community and institutional residences for people with developmental disabilities. Asymptomatic human carriage of the parasite and its eggs often prevents eradication from a communal residential setting. The elimination of pinworm from a system of community residential settings through a public health approach was described.