The concept of child development is constantly evolving; the evidence base is taken from the sometimes disparate disciplines of philosophy, biology, psychology and sociology. The theoretical debates consider the processes of human uniqueness, human similarity, change, universality, context, ecology culture and anthropology. This article explores some of these concepts and how they have developed in relation to the historical understanding of the child
Marcella Kelly Lecturer, National University of Ireland, Galway, PhD student (Child and Youth Research) Child and Family Research Centre, NUI, Galway, MSc (Nurse Education), BSc (Community Health Studies, RGN, RM, RPHN, RNT
Article accepted for publication: January 2012
Whilst the risk of foot lesions and infection in people with diabetes is well documented and widely researched, fungal infections of the foot are common yet less often reported in the literature. Therefore, the importance of foot health and assessment cannot be underestimated. Knowledge of the main types of fungal infections, why they occur and how to treat them is useful for prevention and management strategies for community nurses who support people with diabetes. This article outlines the key issues surrounding fungal infections in patients with diabetes, and presents an introduction to prevention and management strategies.
Peter Roberts BSc(Hons) MSc, FHEA, Senior Lecturer, Division of Podiatry and Clinical Sciences, University of Huddersfield.
Phil Holdich, MSc Health Professional Eductions, BSc (Hons) Healthcare studies, Professional Dimploma in Diabetes care, NDN, RGN. Senior Lecturer, Division of Podiatry and Clinical Sciences, University of Huddersfield.
Article accepted for publication: November 2011
Complex and chronic wounds present many challenges to the community nurse, not least identifying the most appropriate dressing from the plethora available. Coupled with the imperative that care is delivered in the most cost and clinically-effective manner, a carefully considered and evaluated formulary can help guide dressing choice and facilitate monitoring of usage and costs.
In this article, a runner-up in the JCN Writing Awards, Caroline Swayne reflects on the impact of a formulary in her organisation.
Caroline Swayne ENG, RGN, DN, Bsc, Non Medical Prescriber, District Nurse/Team Leader in the Isle of Man
In the first of two articles Fiona Roscoe gives an overview of the development of the nurse partner in general practice role.
Fiona Roscoe RN, DN, ANP, MSc, Pgdip, BSc(Hons) Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Sett Valley Medical Centre, New Mills & Derbyshire Health United Out of Hours Service
Article accepted for publication: September 2011
Fiona Wondergem describes a dermatology prescribing case study utilising a patient centred approach.
Fiona Wondergem MSc, BSc (Hons), PG Dip HV, PG Dip HPE, RGN, RSCN, Independent & Supplementary Prescriber V300 is a Senior Lecturer, University of Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Article accepted for publication: December 2011
Anne Williams explores the issue of cancer survivorship from the perspective of women who have undergone breast cancer treatment. The article examines three specific aspects relevant to breast cancer and its treatment: fatigue; psychological distress; and lymphoedema. It considers the implications for health professionals such as community nurses in supporting women who are living with and beyond breast cancer.
Anne F Williams, Macmillan Teaching Fellow, Edinburgh Napier University, Sighthill Campus, Edinburgh, EH11 4BN
Article accepted for publication: October 2011
