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. 2019 Apr;43(2):67–72. doi: 10.1192/bjb.2018.99
‘… [I] can count on one hand how often [she's been] seen, very difficult to engage19, [she] abuses drink and drugs36, chaotic lifestyle, she has several relationships with different men35 [The house] is a very dangerous place to visit. 19 Lack of engagement/difficult to engage
35 Vulnerable adult
36 Substance misuse issues
‘… in the first instance, refer to [Learning Disability Consultant]70 as it was recognised that [he] needs to be embedded in LD services, [but] it was suggested that LD services will not accept responsibility for his care … [they] should be contacted regarding the interface between the relevant services78. 70 Refer to specialist
78 Funding/responsibility issues
‘… it sounds like it's taking quite a toll on [his] CPN, what support is there for her76? In these cases rotation of staff77 can be helpful in preventing burnout and getting a fresh perspective on things.’ 76 Extra support for staff involved
77 Suggest rotation of staff