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Reading and phonics
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Angela Youngman looks at the different methods of teaching children to read, and discusses the difficulties
Dealing with death
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

DeaThis a taboo subject in our modern society. We don′t discuss it, and we don′t deal with it as a society as our ancestors did. Should we talk to children about death?
What is a SENCO?
Authors: Kirby Dahlian
Published: May 2014

Sometimes, especially if you are new to teaching, it is difficult to know just exactly what the role of the SENCO is. Dahlian Kirby explains
Geek Pride day in May
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

May 25 marks a rather unusual celebration-Geek Pride. It′s a good-humoured event when self-proclaimed geeks glory in their uniqueness
Looking at birds
Authors: Woodfield Anne , Dockerty Michael
Published: May 2014

Building a nest is an activity that most birds engage in to enable them to rear their young successfully. Children of all ages are fascinated by this behaviour, especially if they have the opportunity to watch the builders at work.
Lots of looking games
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

These games encourage careful looking. Playing them develops visual memory, and the ability to notice similarities, differences, and changes. These skills are involved in learning to read. Although the games are set out to be done throughout the week, they do not have to be. The ideas can be used as and when you need them.
Let's tweet our children to skills of the future
Authors: Hindmarch Sonali
Published: May 2014

Despite controversial headlines such as ′Please Sir, how do you re-tweet?′, ′Twitter to be taught in UK primary schools′ and ′Primary school children will learn to read on Google′, Sir Jim Rose′s plans to give children basic computer skills is an excellent idea.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Sir Jim Rose has now made his final recommendations for primary teaching. Th ese include: a focus on speaking and listening skills, an option on lowering school starting age and six broader areas of learning, rather than 14 individual subjects.
Can you fast-track teacher training?
Authors: RHODES LIZ
Published: May 2014

Apparently, you don′t have to be a genius to teach-even a banker can do it
The value of water play
Authors: Bromley Helen
Published: May 2014

Water play used to mean one thing-capacity! Luckily, times have changed and the potential of water play is simply too good to ignore
Why is life so unfair?
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

Fairness is a key value in our society. Our belief in equal rights is embedded in our political, moral and religious structures and in legislation on human rights. But life is not fair
How to go global
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

One head teacher explains why international links work so well
Bike week 2009
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

June 13-21 is Bike Week, an annual event which encourages families to taking up cycling as a regular community activity
Pattern and rhyme
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This article is based on investigating pattern and rhyme in poetry and prose texts, encouraging the children to perform and make up their own.
The Hodgeheg
Authors: Glover Jane
Published: May 2014

This literacy plan is the first week in the 12-day unit including phase 1 and 2 from unit 4 of the narrative unit (extended stories/significant authors) in the literacy framework.
Buddhist Dharma Day
Authors: Howard Christine
Published: May 2014

One of the important things that young children have to learn is that we all need to respect our environment and the living creatures within it. Many religions have teachings that talk about stewardship of the world and Asian religions (Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism) believe that all creation is involved in a cycle of birth and rebirth, so that when people die they may be born either as an animal or even a god. For some, though not for all, this belief may lead to the practice of vegetarianism.
A mystery science week
Authors: Moss Michelle
Published: May 2014

Why not get your whole school involved for a science mystery week? There are so many different activities each year group could do
How to teach yoga in the classroom
Authors: Fox-Eade Jenny
Published: May 2014

Yoga is one of the oldest systems of physical and mental exercise ever created. It is possibly as much as 4,000 years old. Children seem to take naturally to yoga because it engages their imaginations. They are good at pretending to be snakes, dogs, lions or whatever, so to them, yoga seems a fun and natural thing to do
How do you deal with badly behaved children?
Authors: LOUIS SARA
Published: May 2014

Disruptive behaviour is an increasing problem. Five years ago, few listed it among their top concerns but today, it tops the list
Inclusion or isolation?
Authors: Taylor Di
Published: May 2014

How can you ensure that your classroom successfully caters to all children?
How to eat your words
Authors: Harries Judith
Published: May 2014

Children need to learn to negotiate and use spoken language as they work together to cook these tasty recipes. Following written instructions and recognising the sequence of events involved in cooking is a crucial part of understanding how language is organised. These recipes also relate closely to rhymes, story books and traditional tales.
Cows in the Kitchen
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Show the class the book′s front cover and read them the blurb on the back. What is going to happen? Are all the animals going to be in the wrong place? Where should they be? Is this a true story or a bit of fun and nonsense?
The end of your NQT year: What next?
Authors: Keates Chris , Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

Chris Keates, the general secretary of the National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT), discusses your NQT year
The world in their hands
Authors: Young Mary
Published: May 2014

You may be wondering about the term global citizenship. Why global? What about ordinary citizenship? How does it fit into the curriculum?
History is all around us
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

On the first Sunday in September, the historical city of Venice holds its Regata Storica festival (historical regatta)
The Snail and the Whale
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

As with other Julia Donaldson books, there is a song at the end, so before you share it with the children, it would be good to learn this yourself. It is printed with full accompaniment on the last page.
Scientific musical sounds
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

For this month′s activities we will be exploring some of the science behind music-making. During the course of the week, children will be encouraged to:
Musical storytelling
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

All children like a story, so why not combine it with making music? It gives instant appeal to the lesson.
How to set up a book corner
Authors: Saunders Caroline
Published: May 2014

A bright and stimulating book corner is an essential part of every classroom. In a world where children are becoming increasingly fixated with TV and computers, it is more important than ever to encourage them to want to read and see books not only as a learning tool but also as something we use to give us pleasure.
Another look at bullying
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Bullying is far more common than we think. Stephanie Thornton asks: what′s the best way to manage it in the classroom?
How to help children with stammering speech
Authors: Hughes Cherry
Published: May 2014

This article offers advice and guidance on how to best support children who stammer their speech
Maths for low achievers
Authors: Drifte Collette
Published: May 2014

This article is an extract from Including Lower Achievers in the Maths Lesson, year 1. The full book is part of a series of books that gives support for including in the daily maths lesson those children in the class who, for whatever reason, are struggling and therefore often failing.
Maths and Ancient Greeks
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

This is the second in a short series of articles that links mathematics and history in a cross-curricular approach by examining the important contribution made to today′s maths teaching by ancient civilisations.
Do you know where you are going?
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

With so much change in schools today, is it still possible to plan your career and your professional development? Margaret Adams believes you can
Are you shaping up?
Authors: Hall Pete
Published: May 2014

Angle, corner, edge, side, straight, triangle.
The uncertainty principle
Authors: Keates Chris
Published: May 2014

Once again teachers and school leaders in primary schools can only watch and wait to learn what they should be doing in relation to the curriculum, writes the NASUWT
Clouds lined with silver?
Authors: David Anthony
Published: May 2014

Cuts, cuts, cuts! With hard times ahead, are there lessons we can use to ease the way?
Narrative stories with familiar settings
Authors: Hoade Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

if you think they would be more confident. Give them a large piece of paper and a copy of the story and ask them to go through the book a page at a time and write down everything they can about Mr. Bear, from what he is wearing, to how his emotions change throughout the story.
The play's the thing!
Authors: Bangs John
Published: May 2014

An area of particular interest for the NUT is the contribution that a play-based approach to teaching and learning can make to children′s development in its widest sense
Does giving homework actually work?
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Almost all schools give homework to children. Liz Rhodes examines how effective it is
How to improve your memory
Authors: LOUIS SARA
Published: May 2014

Think back to the last time you went on an outing. How much do you actually remember of what you saw or did?
Teaching children to think
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

How can we help very young children to learn how to think for themselves? Dr Stephanie Thornton discusses
Tackling social ills
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

Bullying, racism and intolerance are issues that are best tackled early on. But not all of society′s problems are. Patsy Mill discusses
A focus on five-year-olds: Part 2
Authors: Lindon Jennie
Published: May 2014

The final extract from the book What Does it Mean to be Five? focuses on the personal, social and emotional development of five-year-olds
The next stage as a newly qualified teacher
Authors: Keates Chris , Adams Margaret , Lepkowska Dorothy , Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

The general secretary of the National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (NASWUT) offers some advice for new teachers
Tell me what to do
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

Give your children practise in using oral and written instructions. There are ideas for class and group activities to be used in literacy, PE and music lessons.
Growing plants
Authors: Hart Tara
Published: May 2014

Scientific enquiry is central to getting children thinking, hypothesising and drawing conclusions. It is important that we get children familiar wiThexperimenting and learning from these at an early age.
Maths and the Romans
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

This is the last in a short series of articles that links mathematics and history in a cross-curricular approach by examining the important contribution made to today′s maths teaching by ancient civilisations.
Start to think big!
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

Use these activities to provide the children with practical and meaningful experience of one thousand.
Learning about 3-D
Authors: Thomas Alison
Published: May 2014

Shapes are all around us. Our world is made up of a myriad of different combinations of shapes. Children should find learning to identify and classify the shapes in the world around them interesting and challenging because they encounter them everywhere.
Improving Practice
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Hard times make the perfect moment for teaching children solid values in relation to money, says Stephanie Thornton
An outdoor classroom
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Teachers are increasingly being told they must use the outdoors-but how? What subjects are the most relevant for this type of teaching and how can it be linked into the national curriculum?
Developing as a teacher
Authors: White Hilary
Published: May 2014

You and your colleagues are the most important resource in the classroom. From the organisation of the environment to the nature of the child/adult relationships, it′s all down to you!
Understanding dyspraxia
Authors: Mountstephen Mary
Published: May 2014

How much do you understand about dyspraxia? Mary Mountstephen explains what it is and what it can mean for a child
Spotting good courses
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

When you′re trying to make your mind up about which Continuing Professional Development (CPD) events to attend, how will you know what makes a good course?
Light and dark
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This article is based on work the children will complete on light and dark from the science curriculum and will also use Jill Tomlinson′s story The Owl who was Afraid of the Dark.
Lessons on living things
Authors: Sparks Linfield Rachel
Published: May 2014

Below is a list of examples on how you can teach children about life processes, humans and other animals, their senses, teeth, exercise and health all about their bodies and life cycles.
Maths for mum and dad
Authors: Sullivan Stef
Published: May 2014

A parents’ workshop is a great way of getting parents together to look at the maths education their child is receiving and how that education can be supported at home.
Gardening in school
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Setting up a garden is a wonderful way of getting children outdoors all year round. Angela Youngman explains how
A positive self-image
Authors: Barber Jenny
Published: May 2014

The way children feel about themselves is directly related to how adults and other children act around them and speak to them
Fantasy worlds: Space
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

The theme for this week′s work is space and the creation of new planets for the children to explore through writing and other creative activities.
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
Authors: Airs John , Ball Chris
Published: May 2014

In this first lesson some of the children should be helped to set up an atmospheric scene depicting the town of Hamelin and its town hall. The other children will watch as the scene is set and consider the setting, its mood and atmosphere.
Grouping materials
Authors: Sparks Linfield Rachel
Published: May 2014

Learning intentions • Pupils will use their senses to explore and recognise the similarities and differences between materials. • They will sort objects into groups on the basis of simple material properties. • They will find out about the uses of a variety of materials and how these are chosen for specific uses on the basis of their simple properties. • They will recognise and name common types of material and recognise that some of them are found naturally.
Solving maths problems
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

This is the second in a series of articles aiming to stimulate children′s enthusiasm for mathematics by encouraging them to engage in problem-solving activities.
A look at healthy eating
Authors: Spicer Beverley
Published: May 2014

How do the government′s guidelines on healthy eating apply to children? Each section will be looked at in turn.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Almost 80 per cent of primary school teachers have reported pupils who are physically aggressive, according to the Association of Teachers and Lecturers.
Would Ofsted rate itself 'outstanding'?
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes looks at Ofsted, following Chris Woodhead′s conclusion that it should be closed down
Making your school green
Authors: Elkin Susan
Published: May 2014

Why is it so important for schools to encourage children to think about the planet? Susan Elkin explains
Speaking volumes
Authors: Hurd Angela
Published: May 2014

With as many as one in six children experiencing difficulties learning to talk. Angela Hurd explains why it is important for children to be screened for issues on entry to primary school
A piece of the Berlin Wall
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Pupils attending Beaver Road primary school see the world around them every time they walk into their classrooms
How to have fun with maracas!
Authors: Harries Judith
Published: May 2014

Most people agree that maracas originate from the indigenous Taino Arawak people, native Indians of Latin America, and were traditionally made from the fruit of the higuera tree.
What's the problem?
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

Some children calculate easily, but have difficulty solving word problems. Understanding the words, and choosing the correct strategy to solve the problem, needs practice, especially if English is not your mother tongue.
Everyone's a winner?
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Is there anything new to say about the thorny question of sports, competition, success and failure?
The summer break debate
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

What′s the real justification for the long summer school holidays? Can we legitimately defend and preserve that break against political attacks?
Mister Magnolia by Quentin Blake
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Show the class the front cover. Why is there only one name on the front cover? The book was written and illustrated by one person. Do the children know of any other books by Quentin Blake? They may recognise his drawing style and know that he has illustrated lots of books by other authors, such as Roald Dahl and Michael Rosen. Ask the children if they can name any books he has illustrated.
Let's all solve some maths mysteries!
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

Shape and pattern is the theme for the fourth in this series of articles that is intended to stimulate children′s enthusiasm for mathematics through problem-solving activities. Five different assignments are provided. They can be used to supplement a week′s mathematics teaching or tried separately as one-off activities.
What to do when children won't go to school
Authors: LOUIS SARA
Published: May 2014

School refusal is a serious problem. The statistics show that one per cent of children are refusers at one stage or another
Give dance a chance!
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Many teachers are hesitant to teach dance. Angela Youngman offers advice on using outside help and how it can be linked into other subjects
All change for education?
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

What will all of the new legislation really mean for schools? Patsy Mill discusses what what is different and whether or not it will work
How to do drama through rhymes
Authors: Harries Judith
Published: May 2014

Young children enjoy rhymes. They respond to the pattern and rhythm inherent in rhyming words. Many picture books use rhyming text and even very young children can be helped to fill in missing words in a story or poem if they rhyme. It′s easier to learn words if they have metre and rhythm and so you can encourage children to recite simple poems and rhymes with increasing confidence and expression.
Classic Books-The Runaway Train
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Year 1 children will love this. If you use it with a visualiser they will all be able to follow the text easily. Although the text in the book itself is quite a good size, the pictures really need to be enlarged so that the detail can be appreciated, particularly for the pages which we are looking at in detail.
Get into the beat and improve their learning
Authors: O'Connor Maggie
Published: May 2014

Did you know that being able to keep a steady beat and move in time to music has a direct positive connection with children′s maths and reading ability?
What a Surprise! And other new poems
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

Day 1 Read out the poem My Busy Family.
Teacher knows best?
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Research suggests ways of detecting how to tell when best to interrupt a child′s efforts to solve a problem
A bus ride to creativity
Authors: Monahan Jerome
Published: May 2014

One school′s imaginative approach to establishing a new library
Give us an update please!
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

As you become more experienced, you are likely to be asked to deliver CPD.What′s the best way to prepare, when this happens? Margaret Adams explains
Classic books-Is this Maisy's House?
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Show the class the front cover. Why is there only one name on the front cover? The book was written and illustrated by one person, Lucy Cousins. Who do the children think Maisy is? Have they seen any other books about her? Look at the back cover. This shows the characters we will meet in this story. It also tells us that we must look for clues to find out who lives in each house. When you open the book, it is a good idea to point out that it is different from most books because it goes straight into the text. There are no publishing details (those are on the back cover at the bottom left in very small type) and the book starts straight away.
Healthy living
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

The aim of this unit of work is to help the children to understand about healthy living and eating a balanced diet. They will carry out a range of practical activities and these will be linked to literacy skills.
Going green with science
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

On 16 September the United Nations celebrates Preservation of the Ozone Layer Day. This month′s activities, therefore, focus on topics related to the environment and ‵going green′. During a series of practical activities, children will be encouraged to (a.) learn about environmental issues and how they affect us all; (b.) consider how ‵green′ a selection of everyday objects really are; (c.) think about how to reduce waste and fight climate change; (d.) set up a recycling scheme; (e.)interpret and present their findings. For best results, it is suggested that these activities are planned out well in advance, with sufficient time to discuss each stage.
It's your call Part 1
Authors: Rux-Burton John
Published: May 2014

In the first of two articles, managing director John Rux−Burton discusses the advantages of telephone fundraising and explains why using consultants can be more cost−effective than going it alone.
It's your call Part 2
Authors: Rux-Burton John
Published: May 2014

In the second of two articles, managing director John Rux−Burton explains what to put in your pre−call letter, how to train callers and the importance of having a good system for monitoring data.
Footloose and car-free Healthy travel
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Angela Youngman looks at some road−safe alternatives to travelling to school by car and highlights the funding available to make these strategies possible.
Extended schools A round-up of 2007
Authors: Baker Shari
Published: May 2014

Extended services have been around for a couple of years now, Shari Baker discusses how fully schools have embraced the concept, and for those just starting out, what support is still available.
Storybook funding Raising money for primaries
Authors: MacCarthy Jacqui
Published: May 2014

Jacqui MacCarthy explains how a new series of books, Nobby Travels, could help primary schools across the UK raise money this year.
Driven to succeed Supporting local communities
Authors: Maiden Andrew
Published: May 2014

The Ford Britain Trust supports local projects based near its main manufacturing plants, Andrew Maiden explains how.
Home and away International exchanges
Authors: Baker Shari
Published: May 2014

Creating worthwhile educational experiences from international school partnerships requires thought, creativity and discussion. Shari Baker looks at how, with the help of various funding organisations, it is possible for schools to become more involved with their international neighbours and begin building a global community.
The Ernest Cook Trust Grants that go further
Authors: Maiden Andrew
Published: May 2014

Andrew Maiden takes an in depth look at the trust and reviews its commitment to the education sector.
School balances; When is enough too much?
Authors: Wharmby Lyndsey
Published: May 2014

Every local authority should have an agreed and reasonable policy on recouping excess school balances-what does a reasonable policy look like and what is an excessive balance? Lyndsey Wharmby explains.
Enlisting the support of parents for school
Authors: Craven Sophie
Published: May 2014

Sophie Craven highlights the important contribution that parents can make to your school's fundraising efforts, and outlines some practical ways to involve parents in your work.
An ostomy, wound and continence workshop in Tehran
Authors: Norton Christine , Burch Jennie
Published: May 2014

There are an estimated 25000 stoma patients in Iran, with the Iran Ostomy Society currently serving over 1400 of them. After being invited to coordinate an ostomy, wound and continence workshop in the city, Christine Norton and Jennie Burch discuss their experiences of a clearly knowledgable, compassionate and enthusiastic Iranian nursing workforce.
what the journals say
Authors: Williams Julia
Published: May 2014

Previous literature has proven that probiotics have a definable role in the prevention and treatment of various diseases and the promotion of health. Current research is exploring the production of genetically modified probiotics,administration and the role of probiotics and their interaction with immunomodulating substances. This article offers a thorough overview of the beneficial effects of various strains of probiotics in preventing and treating certain diseases.
Stoma care part 1: choosing the right appliance
Authors: Williams Julia
Published: May 2014

Choosing the right appliance for the new stoma patient is of particular importance if the patient is to adapt well to their stoma surgery. Ostomy manufacturers are constantly researching and developing product use to meet the needs of the ostomist. This wide and varied selection of products does undoubtedly meet that need but can also add confusion to the less experienced nurse. This two part review of current products and accessories provides a board overview to selecting the products that will best meet the needs of the patient with a stoma.
Chronic pancreatitis: pathophysiology and patient care
Authors: Smith Graeme , Fawcett Tonks
Published: May 2014

Chronic pancreatitis represents a continuous and prolonged inflammatory and fibrosing process in the pancreas resulting in permanent exocrine and often also endocrine dysfunction. Patients present with varying degrees of symptom distress. The usual cause of chronic pancreatitis is many years of alcohol abuse, but the chronic form may also be triggered merely by the occurrence of one acute attack, especially if the pancreatic ducts are damaged. The aim of this article is to look the pathophysiological changes and the challenges this chronic disorder presents for those who manage the disease and care for the sufferers.
Escherichia coli 0157: epidemiology, transmission, diagnosis and prevention
Authors: Banning Maggi
Published: May 2014

Acute gastroenteritis can be a life-threatening condition, particularly for children under 5years of age, the elderly, and people who travel to Asia and Africa. Infection with Escherichia coli 0157:H7 can lead to serious complications that can be life-threatening and need to be avoided. Nurses are in a prime position to offer advice on healthy eating and drinking and also food preparation.
A new voice on board
Authors: Porrett Terri
Published: May 2014

As a very new member of the Editorial Board of GIN I have been given the opportunity to write the editorial for this issue. Having never written an editorial before, I was anxious about what I was going to write. Of course I aspired to write a really witty piece, the kind found in the Sunday papers, but realizing that my journalistic skills were not up to the challenge I began to panic. This feeling, of course, was totally unfounded because when I saw the articles to be published in this issue, they were so interesting and diverse that my problem changed from being ‵what on earth would I find to write about?′ to ‵there are so many interesting topics, how am I going to fit it in to 700 words!′. The articles in this issue truly reflect the diverse specialty in which we work. Catherine Hayes provides us with an overview of pancreatic cancer, Maggi Banning outlines current thinking in the pathophysiology, assessment and treatment of Helicobacter pylori, and Michelle Clayton and Paula Holt discuss the similarities between haemochromatosis and diabetes, with clear implications for practice. And Anne Demick, National Secretary of the Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Group (ia) provides us with a comprehensive profile of the role and work of the organization.
World Council of Enterostomal Therapists
Authors: Perrin Angie
Published: May 2014

The 1950s saw the very first stoma care post at St Bartholomew′s Hospital, London. Since then the speciality of stoma care has gone from strength to strength. There are now approximately 450−500 stoma care nurse specialists throughout the UK.
Squamous cell carcinoma of the anus: diagnosis and treatment
Authors: Cuthill Victoria
Published: May 2014

This paper presents an overview of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the anus (anal cancer), a rare cancer accounting for less than 2% of all lower gastrointestinal malignancies. Our understanding of the pathogenesis and management of this cancer has dramatically changed over the past 35 years, with studies showing that the development of anal cancer is associated with infection by human papillomavirus, as opposed to previous beliefs that it developed from chronic local inflammation of the perianal area. These findings have impacted on treatment modalities so that in the majority of cases the condition can be cured with a combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, without the need for surgery.
Life with a colostomy
Authors: Hulme Ernie
Published: May 2014

The Colostomy Association is the only registered charity that represents the interests of people with a colostomy, providing support, reassurance and practical (non−medical) information to anyone who is about to have, or already has, a colostomy. Our aim is to help colostomates come to terms with their stoma and resume the life they led before the operation.
what the journals say
Authors: Williams Julia
Published: May 2014

Lead cancer nurse roles have evolved following the publication of the Calman−Hine Report in 1995 as well as other subsequent government publications. The authors recognize that the lead cancer nurse works in collaboration with the lead cancer clinician and cancer services manager to make an effective contribution to the planning and delivery of cancer care services. However, the authors recognize a significant variation in the role across the country. This led them to explore the complex and often ill-defined remit of the lead cancer nurse role and compares this with nurse consultants and advanced nurse practitioner roles. This article sets out to explore the challenges facing both postholders and organizations and aims to focus on strategies that will offer support and education.
Aetiology, pathogenesis and treatment of Bacillus cereus
Authors: Banning Maggi
Published: May 2014

Bacillus cereus is a gram-positive rod that has been associated with the development of food poisoning. Two forms of food poisoning are established: emetic forms and diarrhoeal forms. Emetic forms are associated with eating starchy foods such as refried rice or potato dishes. This form of food poisoning manifests itself by symptoms of abdominal pain and nausea. In contrast, the diarrhoeal form has a longer incubation period and is related to the development of diarrhoea and vomiting due to ingestion of contaminated meat or vegetable dishes. In both forms of B. cereus food-poisoning, the production of enterotoxins contributes to the development of symptoms of the individual illness. Although both illnesses are self-limiting and individuals recover without any adverse consequences, the bacterium causes abdominal pain and a lot of discomfort. B. cereus food-poisoning may be prevented by the correct food preparation and food storage. In this respect, public health nurses may be influential as health educators.
Anal intraepithelial neoplasia
Authors: Ajaz S , Hammond TM , Lunniss PJ
Published: May 2014

Anal intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN) is a well−recognized precursor of anal squamous cell carcinoma, and its incidence is reaching almost epidemic proportions in high−risk groups, particularly men who have sex with men (MSM), those infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), or immunosuppressed organ recipients. There is a clear aetiological association between AIN and human papillomavirus (HPV), but the natural history of AIN is unclear, although it is assumed that it resembles that of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. Therefore, high risk individuals, and those healthcare professionals involved in their care should be made aware that the development of perineal warts or an intra−anal lump needs prompt referral for histological assessment. Non−surgical treatment of high−grade AIN and local excision of discrete lesions seems logical, as extensive prophylactic surgical treatments carry high morbidity, especially in immunocompromised patients, and the early removal of pre−malignant lesions, even if temporary, may impede progression to invasive cancer. Early detection of disease progression is essential to such a management strategy; as yet there is no standard surveillance protocol, but a reasonable approach is suggested.
what the journals say
Authors: Williams Julia
Published: May 2014

Roles within specialist and advanced nursing are ever evolving as a means of meeting the demands healthcare change brings. Acknowledging this in their introduction the authors of this paper set out to explore the pioneering roles within specialist and advanced practice.
Sharing knowledge to improve practice
Authors: Moffat Polly
Published: May 2014

Welcome to this brand new issue of Gastrointestinal Nursing. As mentioned in the last edition, the World Council of Enterestomal Therapists conference took place from 27−28 September in Brighton. Over the two days, a selection of speakers presented a broad spectrum of topics with reference to gastrointestinal issues.These included intestinal failure and nutrition related to high output ileostomy.The latter presentation, by June Beharry, Dietitian at Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals HS Trust, touched on the need for diet to be taken into account when ileostomy output is high. There is a surprising number of dietary options for this problem, but all are individualised to the patient, taking into account their lifestyle and preferences. The conference programme also included discussion of the role of the inflammatory bowel disease nurse specialist and a presentation of a new teaching tool and pre−p DVD for patients about to have stoma surgery. This highlighted the importance of informing patients about their condition before and after their operation, and how knowledge about something as basic as changing their appliance can help patients to cope with living with a stoma. Theconference was well attended and provided the opportunity for professionals to learn from, and discuss practice and knowledge with, their peers.
A computer−based interactive educational resource for stoma care nursing
Authors: Williams Julia , Porrett Theresa , Fillingham Sharon , MacLeod Elaine
Published: May 2014

JStoma care nursing is ever evolving and the demand for nurses to provide high standards of care is constantly evident. For a high standard of stoma care nursing practice to be maintained it is important for the nurse specialist to impart their knowledge and develop skills within the ward environment. While constraints upon time, staff shortages and lack of facilities make this difficult, the nurse specialist is often required to be creative within the learning environment. In order to compliment this ward learning and also to underpin the basic principles and practices of stoma care nursing, an interactive stoma care educational resource has been developed as a distance learning teaching tool.
Caring for children with IBD
Authors: Black Peter
Published: May 2014

Children are often regarded as the most important part of society because they represent the future. Because childhood is the period of greatest growth and development, optimizing their health outcomes could have a big impact on future public health. However, treating a child is not like treating a small adult. Congenital defects, genetic difference, and developmental issues are just some of the concerns that may require greater attention when caring for children than when caring for adults. Additionally, Klassen et al (2008) state that child healthcare providers must often rely on evidence that has been generated on adult populations. The authors explain that the problem with this is that the safety and efficacy profiles of medications may be significantly different for children than adults due to differences in developmental physiology and disease pathophysiology. Thus, there is a clear need to address the lack of randomized clinical trials of medications for children and ensure a standardization in the care of children. This is clearly the case in the management of children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBD).
Hydrogen breath testing in children: What is it and why is it performed?
Authors: Shelley Helen , Brennan Mary , Heuschkel Robert
Published: May 2014

Hydrogen breath testing (HBT) is a non-invasive, sensitive and specific means of diagnosing small bowel sugar malabsorption. They make use of gut bacteria′s ability to digest sugars and convert these to hydrogen, which is then absorbed in the blood and can be measure in exhaled breath. This article explores the use of the HBT in children. It looks at how the test works, and why and how it is used in children. The significance of correct preparation, performing the procedure, as well the importance of expert interpretation of the results are discussed. Finally, the varying conditions detected by the test are addressed together with their treatment.
Practical management to reduce and treat complications of high-output stomas
Authors: Baker Melanie , Greening Lynn
Published: May 2014

This clinical skills series is designed for the nursing professional as a basic overview on key clinical skills necessary for patient care, clearly presenting common clinical procedures and their rationale, together with the essential background theory. In this sixth article in the series, Melanie Baker and Lynn Greening consider the causes and management options for patients with a high-output stoma, both relevant to the acute hospital setting and for those patients discharged back into the community requiring ongoing care.
Raising hepatitis awareness
Authors: Narbey Angela
Published: May 2014

The topic of the A/H1N1 virus, or swine flu, has dominated the media this year, from the initial reports of the outbreak in Mexico through to the official declaration of a pandemic by the World Health Organization 2�months ago. Since then, there has been a focus on raising awareness among the public, issuing advice to health professionals on how to deal with the large portions of the population who may become infected, and how the health service will cope with much of its workforce off sick at the same time. The debate on how prepared we were for the first wave and how we will cope with the expected second wave in the autumn is continuing both in the mainstream media and medical journals.
Bowel cancer screening: Involving people with learning disabilities
Authors: Read Sue , Latham Deanna
Published: May 2014

This series is designed for the nursing professional as a review of the key clinical skills necessary for patient care, clearly presenting common clinical procedures and their rationale, together with the essential background theory. In this eighth article in the series, Sue Read and Deanna Latham consider the challenges around ensuring and promoting equity of access to bowel cancer screening for people with learning disabilities; advocating that proactive engagement from nurses can provide greater support, access and information on the programme to this patient population, resulting in healthier outcomes.
Sharing in GASTRO 2009
Authors: Hutson Pauline
Published: May 2014

Welcome to this special issue of Gastrointestinal Nursing (GIN) to mark the collaboration of the European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Nuses and Associates (ESGENA), Society of International Gastroenterological Nurses and Endoscopy Associates (SIGNEA) and British Endoscopy Associates Group (EAG) at GASTRO 2009 in London from 21-23 November. Hopefully many readers will be attending the conference and this issue of GIN contains highlights of some of the key companies who will be exhibiting at the conference.
Delivering compassionate care
Authors: Harrison Penny
Published: May 2014

The concept of compassion within health care is perhaps best articulated by the National Nursing Research Unit (NNRU) (2008: 7) which asserts that ′patients want to be treated well, to have quality care every time and want nurses to make them feel safe and comfortable−physically and mentally, ′cared about′ as well as ′cared for′ ′.
Skill mix in gastrointestinal nursing
Authors: Harrison Penny
Published: May 2014

Welcome to GIN in 2010. I hope that you have settled back into a familiar pattern in this new decade. What a start to 2010 we have all had! It seems only a short while since the eve of the New Year when many of us will have made resolutions for the forthcoming year. Many of these will have been related to lifestyle choices or personal goals to be achieved. How can we forget those 2 weeks of inclement weather and the resulting pressures on all public services, especially the NHS, which saw nurses continuing to cope with significant pressures in difficult circumstances? Those challenges remain for the foreseeable future and certainly until a general election will decide the direction of plans for healthcare for the subsequent 5 years. The focus of such future services will depend on which of the political parties forms a government. What is certain is that the demands and pressures on the NHS are unlikely to relent.
what the journals say
Authors: Coutts Alison
Published: May 2014

Approximately 12 000 people each year undergo radiotherapy for pelvic cancers in the UK, and the rapidly dividing cells of the gut are at high risk of damage. Side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, faecal urgency and incontinence, and bloating.
Making use of educational opportunities
Authors: Harrison Penny
Published: May 2014

April heralds the start of the new financial year for the NHS and for many other public or private sector services and businesses. What financial challenges await our public sector service this year? Only the result of the general election recently announced for 6 May will confirm which political party or coalition of parties has won power and thus there may be more clues about how public sector finances are to be assessed, allocated and spent following this..
what the journals say
Authors: Coutts Alison
Published: May 2014

In Spain, as in the UK, colorectal cancer is an important disease and the most common type of cancer, yet half the population appear unable to name any symptom
Managing the risk of complications following stoma reversal surgery
Authors: Taylor Claire , Morgan Lindsey
Published: May 2014

Closure of a temporary stoma is generally eagerly awaited, signifying a return to normality. Yet ostomists may not always appreciate that the surgery to close their stoma is associated with risk of postoperative complications which can cause considerable morbidity. The main problems experienced postoperatively are achieving normal bowel functioning, risk of small bowel obstruction and wound infection which can all delay patients' recovery. Claire Taylor and Lindsey Morgan explain that patients undergoing this procedure need to be adequately informed by the colorectal team so they have realistic expectations before they have surgery. They should also be offered continued nursing support after the operation to allay anxiety and provide appropriate advice.
Assessing the cause of constipation and appropriate interventions
Authors: Apau Daniel
Published: May 2014

Constipation incurs considerable cost and anxiety to many patients who attribute it to malaise and poor health. A good knowledge and understanding of the causes, assessment and management can help not only in dealing with constipation, but also in preventing and maintaining the individual's comfort and health. In this article, Daniel Apau presents a general overview of the causes of constipation, and how to assess and manage it through pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
what the journals say
Authors: Coutts Alison
Published: May 2014

Nucleic acids circulating in the blood were discovered in the 1940s, and have since been used to diagnose cancer. The human telomerase reverse transcriptase protein (hTERT) appears to have a role in the behaviour of hepatocellular cancer (HCC), but not in normal cells, so could be of value in diagnosing and monitoring cancer. This would be very useful as HCC is often associated with hepatitis B and C infection, and is difficult to treat if not diagnosed early. Following treatment patients experience a high recurrence rate, and current diagnostic tools are not powerful enoughin early cancer.
Whipple’s disease—historical insights and contemporary perspectives
Authors: Macdonald Jonathan , S Leeds John
Published: May 2014

Whipple’s disease is a rare infectious illness caused by the bacterium Tropheryma whipplei. It can be a challenging condition to diagnose and treat. Whipple’s disease was first recognized and described over 100 years ago, but for many decades there was little insight or knowledge of the pathophysiological basis of the disease. Recent scientific developments have helped improve understanding of the disease process. The condition follows a slowly progressive course, and characteristically presents with a combination of weight loss, chronic diarrhoea, arthralgia and abdominal pain. Although often thought of as a gastrointestinal disease, it is in fact a systemic illness and multi-organ involvement is usually present. With appropriate antibiotic treatment the disease can potentially be cured, but prior to the advent of antibiotics the condition was invariably fatal. In this article, Jonathan Macdonald and John S Leeds highlight the important historical milestones in the understanding of this disease, and provide an overview of the key aspects of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of this condition.
Criteria for success using an inflammatory bowel disease nurse telephone service
Authors: O'Connor Marian
Published: May 2014

The Department of Health (DH) recommended that telephone services are provided as a mainstay of long-term disease management ( DH, 2004 ). This service, provided by specialist nurses, is designed to improve patient access and prevent deterioration in patients' condition. In this article, Marian O'Connor identifies the criteria for success using an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) nurse telephone service. She also examines the criteria for providing a safe and successful telephone service and the cost implications of this service.
Should the truth always be told in colorectal cancer care?
Authors: Barwell Julie
Published: May 2014

The stoma care nurse specialist's role involves caring for patients who have had stoma-forming surgery for a variety of different conditions including bowel cancer. In this article, Julie Barwell investigates issues of truth telling in cancer care and reviews questions regarding should be the first to be told about a patient's illness and whether patients and families want to know even when the news is not good.