title: The nurse whose specialty is developmental disabilities.
abstract: Specialization in pediatric nursing continues to expand as nurses meet the needs of children with special health care needs. The nurse whose specialty is developmental disabilities works with a unique population to assist them in both obtaining their maximal level of functioning and health, and obtaining the resources necessary to lead a quality life. This article describes the roles of this nurse.
authors.forename: W M
authors.initials: WM
authors.lastname: Nehring
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002658:Developmental Disabilities / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D010371:Pediatric Nursing; D012956:Societies, Nursing; D013041:Specialties, Nursing