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Key Characteristics of Dyslexia.

Learn about key characteristics of dyslexia affecting reading, writing, and learning. Discover how dyslexia impacts nurses in clinical settings and strategies to support them effectively.

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Key Characteristics of Dyslexia.

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  1. Key Characteristics of Dyslexia. • Difficulties in reading accuracy and speed. • Problems noting inference in text. • Inaccurate and inconsistent spelling. • Problems in planning, structuring, editing and proof-reading written text. • Slow and illegible handwriting. • Mathematics (e.g. language, perception, sequencing, organisation and calculation rate.)

  2. Key Characteristics 2. • Difficulty memorising material. • Problems with sequential instructions. • Slow and inaccurate note-taking skills. • Inefficient study skills. • Problems transferring learning. • Poor planning and organisational skills. • Time-management difficulties. • Trouble with timed, written examinations.

  3. Key Characteristics 3. • Trouble with the transference of answers in MCQ examinations. • Emotional state – stress and anxiety. • Low self-esteem and feelings of incompetence. • Low frustration tolerance. • Marked deterioration of skills under pressure.

  4. Problems for Nurses • Hand over – taking down facts quickly. • Writing reports – often not sure what is required. • Spelling and grammar in reports. • Lack of confidence – often compounded by impatient ward staff who are either unaware or lack understanding of dyslexia. • Lack of consistency in instructions.

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