Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Comparison between the efficacy and tolerability of On Demand Sildenafil citrate and Tadalafil in Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

Introduction: Data from head-to-head clinical trials of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors are scarce, making it difficult for clinicians to select the most appropriate treatment for their patients with erectile dysfunction. Aim: To compare efficacy and tolerability of Sildenafil and Tadalafil in men with erectile dysfunction and diabetes. Method: A clinical, crossover and open label study was used. A group of 95 patients were randomly recruited and answered an adapted questionnaire before and after usage of Sildenafil 100 mg and Tadalafil 20 mg to determine the improvement and compare efficacy and tolerability of each drug. RESULTS: The one tailed Wilcoxon signed-rank test results for all the questions suggest that there is no statistically significant difference in response between Tadalafil and sildenafil p >0.05. However, for erection maintenance ability after penetration and for the overall response, the results suggest that there are statistically significant differences in response between Tadalafil and sildenafil p <0.05 in favor of Tadalafil. Conclusion: Both drugs were highly effective and well tolerated in diabetic patients. Patient’s score on the erection scale with Tadalafil was superior than sildenafil in all questions. However, statistically significant differences were only detected in maintenance ability after penetration and the overall response. Probably, more significance could be detected if the sample size was larger.
Noninvasive measurements to evaluate the effects of military training on the human autonomic nervous system

Abstract Background: Chinese university freshmen receive 4-weeks military training that involved moderate to intense physical exercise. Studies have demonstrated heterogeneous effects of exercise on the autonomic nervous system. Objective: To evaluate the effects of training on the autonomic nervous system noninvasively using electrogastrograms, heart rate variability (HRV), pulse rate, and the sympathetic skin response (SSR). Methods: Twenty freshmen received all assessments in the fasting state and after a standard meal: (1) one week before the training, (2) at the end of the second week of the training, and (3) one week after the training. Results: (1) The training had a significant effect on meal-induced gastric pacemaker activity. Before the training, a standard meal did not increase the dominant frequency of gastric slow waves, but the frequency increased during and after the training; (2) The preprandial high frequency (HF), low frequency (LF), and very low frequency (VLF) components of heart rate variability decreased significantly after the training. The ratio of the LF and HF (LF/HF) of the heart rate variability (HRV) did not significantly change after a meal or training condition. The basal pulse rate did not change. The latencies of the sympathetic skin response (SSR), as measured in the arm muscle, increased in response to the training. Conclusion: Military training affects meal-induced changes in gastric pacemaker activity, causes a marked reduction of the vagal tone to the heart with maintenance of the vagal-sympathetic balance, and its effects on SSR may reflect a reduction in sympathetic tone.
Potensi Kearifan Lokal Geopark Merangin Sebagai Sumber Belajar Sains Di SMP

Geopark Merangin merupakan suatu konsep alam yang mampu mengintegrasikan seluruh sumber daya alam disekitar lokasi yang memiliki keunikan geologi, alam serta budaya dengan tujuan untuk pembangunan serta pengembangan ekonomi kerakyatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi dan mengidentifikasi nilai-nilai sains yang terdapat pada objek geopark Merangin serta memetakan KD IPA jenjang SMP. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa geopark Merangin memiliki nilai-nilai sains yang terdapat pada objek keragaman geologi yaitu waktu paruh, radioaktivitas dan energi. Pada objek keragaman hayati terdapat nilai sains klasifikasi makhluk hidup dan lingkungan dan pada objek keragaman budaya terdapat nilai sains konsep bunyi dan gerak tubuh manusia. KD yang terpetakan pada kearifan lokal geopark Merangin yaitu pada kelas VII KD 3.2, 3.5, 3.7, 3.10 dan kelas VIII KD 3.1. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa kearifan lokal geopark Merangin memiliki potensi untuk dijadikan sebagai sumber belajar sains tingkat SMP.
Dietary patterns of smokers and non‐smokers in the United Arab Emirates

Data on 203 Emirati men were taken to study the differences among smokers, ex‐smokers and non‐smokers in food intake. Results revealed that there was no statistically significant association between smoking and frequency intake of some common foods. However, smokers were less likely to consume fruits and vegetables, and more likely to consume tea and fish than other groups. Intervention programmes to control smoking should take into consideration the dietary habits and lifestyle of smokers to reduce the risk of chronic diseases among them.
Negotiation of Meaning and Corrective Feedback in Face-to-Face and Computer-Mediated Interactions

This case study examines corrective feedback strategies in face-to-face (FTF) interaction versus text synchronous computer-mediated communication (SCMC) between a second language (L2) learner and a native speaker of English. The following research questions guide this study: (a) What corrective feedback strategies are used when negotiations occur in FTF and text-SCMC task-based interactions? (b) Which corrective feedback strategies lead to more opportunities for L2 learning through FTF and text-SCMC task-based interactions? The data collection consisted of a background questionnaire, an FTF task, a text-SCMC task, and an open-ended questionnaire. Negotiation instances and corrective feedback strategies were coded. Content analysis was used to analyze the open-ended questionnaire responses. Results indicated that the FTF mode promoted more negotiations of meaning and corrective feedback strategies, especially repetitions and elicitations. Results also demonstrated that the lack of particular corrective feedback strategies (e.g., recasts) and uptake may have impacted the opportunities for L2 development. Moreover, results provided evidence to support that text-SCMC could be an appropriate tool for language acquisition.
Managing Death in the ICU: The Transition from Cure to Comfort

The book addresses the changing epidemiology of death in this setting related to managed care, practical skills needed to provide the highest quality of care to terminal patients, communicating with patients and families, the mechanics of withdrawing life-supporting therapies, and the essential role of palliative care specialists in the ICU. The book briefly describes unique issues that arise when caring for patients with some of the more common diseases that precipitate death in the ICU.
Performance Comparison of Line-Start Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors with Interior and Surface Rotor Magnets

Objectives: The aim is to undertake a comprehensive comparison of the dynamic and steady state performance of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM) with interior and surface rotor magnets for line-start operation. Methods/Analysis: The dynamic model equations of the PMSM, with damper windings, are utilized for dynamic studies. Two typical loading scenarios are examined: Step and ramp loading. Emphasis was on the synchronization and load-withstand capabilities of the two motor classes. Also, the steady state torque performance was compared using the torque/torque angle relationship. Findings: The interior permanent magnet synchronous motor (IPMSM) showed superior asynchronous performance under no load, attaining faster synchronism compared to the Surface Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (SPMSM). With step load of 10Nm at 2 seconds the combined effect of the excitation and the reluctance torque forced the IPMSM to pull into synchronism faster than the SPMSM which lacks saliency. The ability of the motors to withstand gradual load increase, in the synchronous mode, was examined using ramp loading starting from zero at 2seconds. SPMSM lost synchronism at 12seconds under 11Nm load while the IPMSM sustained synchronism until 41seconds under 40Nm load. This clearly suggests that the IPMSM has superior load-withstand capability. The superiority is further buttressed with the steady state torque analysis where airgap torque in IPMSM is enhanced by the reluctance torque within 90o to 180o torque angle. Applications: The findings of this research will serve as guide in taking logical decisions in the design and operation of permanent magnet synchronous motors to achieve desired objectives in specific applications.
A Concept of Caring Aiming at Health

This article aims to explore and describe the lived experiences of nurses, patients, and relatives in caregiving contexts. The findings presented emerge from the reanalysis of three previous qualitative studies performed by the author. Reanalysis is a documented method that extends existing knowledge and generates new understanding about experiential phenomena. the article demonstrates a triangulation of approaches, including phenomenographical, phenomenological, and hermeneutic reanalysis. This reanalysis describes the phenomenon of caring, conceptions of caring, and the effect caring has on people’s being in the world. By using abduction and applying hermeneutics as an overall design, a concept of caring is drawn.
Pediatric neurologic physical therapy

Central Nervous System Dysfunction in Children. Foundations of Therapeutic Intervention. Evaluation of Sensorimotor Dysfunction. The Neurologically Suspect Neonate. Brachial Plexus Injury. Down Syndrome. Myelodysplasia. Head Trauma. Children with Severe and Profound Retardation. Cerebral Palsy. Physical Therapy in the Education Setting. Family-Focused Early Intervention. Index
Covariates of Neonatal and Post-Neonatal Mortality in Bangladesh

This paper investigates covariates of neonatal and post-neonatal mortality in Bangladesh. The study uses the data extracted from the 2007 Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS). Multivariate proportional hazards models are employed to study the determinants of neonatal and post-neonatal mortality. The results show that fatherâ€™s education, place of residence, housing materials, number of children under five years of age, and previous death of sibling have significant influence on neonatal mortality. The findings also indicate that motherâ€™s education, toilet facility, number of children under five and breastfeeding have significant effect on post-neonatal mortality in Bangladesh.
The Association between Mental Health and Job Satisfaction in Nurses Working in Teaching Hospitals Affiliated to Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences in 2016

 Citation: Norouzi F, Bagheri-Nesami M, Zamani F. The Association between Mental Health and Job Satisfaction in Nurses Working in Teaching Hospitals Affiliated to Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences in 2016. Journal of Health Research in Community. Winter 2018;3(4): 33-40. ABSTRACT Introduction and purpose: Job satisfaction is a measure of positive feelings and attitudes that people hold about their job. It seems that job satisfaction is an important factor affecting mental health. We aimed to determine the relationship between job satisfaction and mental health in nurses. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed in 2016 on 250 nurses in hospitals affiliated to Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Iran. Sampling was performed through stratified random sampling method in proportion to the number of nurses in hospital wards. The inclusion criterion was at least one year of work experience in nursing. Data were collected by using the 28-item Mental Health Questionnaire, the standard job satisfaction questionnaire (19 items), and a socio-demographic information form. To analyze the data, descriptive tests, Chi-square test, Pearson correlation coefficient were used in SPSS. Results: The mean of age of the nurses was 31.71±5.83 years. The mental health average score was 19.42±11.49, indicating poor mental health. The mean job satisfaction score was 57.62±10.60, demonstrating very high job satisfaction. There was a significant negative correlation between job satisfaction and mental health problems, that is, with increasing job satisfaction, mental health problems are reduced (r= 0.15, P=0.01). Conclusion: According to our results, there was a significant negative correlation between job satisfaction and mental health. In other words, by increasing job satisfaction, mental health disorders can be reduced. Therefore, the results of this study can be used by policy makers to improve the nursing profession and adopt the necessary measures designed to promote job satisfaction.
Sintesis Nanopartikel Nickel Ferrite (NiFe2O4) dengan Metode Kopresipitasi dan Karakterisasi Sifat Kemagnetannya (Halaman 20 s.d. 25)

Nanopartikel Nikel Ferit ( Ni Fe 2 O 4 ) telah disintesis dengan metode kopresipitasi dengan memvariasi konsentrasi NaOH dan suhu sintesis. Struktur kristal, ukuran partikel , dan morfologi dari sampel dianalisa menggunakan X-ray d iffraction (XRD) dan t ransmission e lectro n m icroscopy (TEM) . Ukuran butir pada konsentrasi NaOH 3, 5, dan 10 M masing-masing adalah 5,7; 4,3; dan 4,2 nm, sedangkan pada suhu 60, 80, dan 150 °C berturut-turut adalah 4,2; 4,9; dan 5,5 nm. Analisa fourier transform infrared (FTIR) menunjukkan dua puncak serapan pada rentang ~400-600 cm -1 yang terkait dengan site oktahedral dan tetrahedral pada struktur Ni Fe 2 O 4 . Sifat magnetik Ni Fe 2 O 4 hasil analisa v ibrating s ample m agnetometer (VSM) menunjukkan bahwa sampel berperilaku ferromagnetik dengan nilai koersivitasnya pada rentang 42-47 Oe. Sampel dengan variasi konsentrasi NaOH , koersivitas nya cenderung menurun dengan menurunnya ukuran partikel. Sementara sampel dengan variasi suhu, semakin kecil ukuran partikel, koersivitasnya cenderung meningkat. Pada 15 kOe, nilai m agnetisasi terbesar (6,17 emu/g) diperoleh pada sampel dengan rasio fasa α-Fe 2 O 3 paling rendah.
Role of ultrasonography (US) and standard dynamic magnetic resonance imaging in detection and characterization of computed tomography (CT) diagnosed indeterminate lesions at patient with underlying cancer

Introduction: The purpose of our study was to determine efficacy of ultrasonography (US) and diffusion weighted magnetic resonance imaging (DWI) for the characterization of small (<15 mm) hepatic lesions described as indeterminate lesions on prior computed tomography (CT) scans in patient with cancer. Methods: Small hepatic masses in 30 patients considered indeterminate on prior CT scans were included in the study for identified indeterminate small hepatic lesions (< 15 mm). Then, US and MRI examinations were performed for all of patients. Two radiologists used agreement reading of established US and MRI to characterize indeterminate small lesions as simple cysts, hemorrhagic cysts, lipoma, adenoma , hemangioma or metastasis. Results: 30 indeterminate small hepatic lesions were detected on CT. There were 8 and 9 malignant lesions and 10 and 21 benign lesions among those with pathologic follow-up by US and MRI respectively.12 lesions could not be characterized with US. Conclusion: US and MRI can be an effective method for characterizing lesions small (<15 mm) hepatic masses found to be indeterminate by CT. In addition MRI is better than US offers only marginal benefit for detection and characterization of indeterminate small lesions in liver.
Estimando incertidumbres sobre la amplitud sísmica para un yacimiento del Presal a través de mapas de iluminación

Existen muchas propuestas acerca de la forma correcta de construir el modelo de velocidad mas adecuado para propositos de migracion sismica (algoritmos, velocidades constantes o variables, anisotropia). Dichas soluciones tienen como objetivo principal mejorar la imagen sismica y, en consecuencia, la posibilidad de tener mejores respuestas de amplitud. La amplitud sismica es un parametro importante para inferir la distribucion de las propiedades del yacimiento a partir de la informacion obtenida de los pozos. Por lo tanto, tenemos que considerar las incertidumbres provenientes de la misma. En este estudio presentamos un metodo para el analisis de incertidumbre en la amplitud sismica a traves de estudios de iluminacion, haciendo uso de diferentes modelos de velocidades construidos para entender el impacto sobre los mapas de iluminacion. El modelo de velocidad original es usado como referencia para comparar el mapa inicial de iluminacion contra los otros obtenidos usando diferentes modelos de velocidad. Se utilizan graficos cruzados para evaluar areas donde los valores son divergentes y, consecuentemente, donde existe mayor incertidumbre para utilizar las amplitudes. Con el modelo de velocidad original como entrada, construimos cuatro escenarios modificando unicamente la velocidad de la capa evaporitica: (1) usando el modelo original de la migracion preapilamiento en profundidad; (2) velocidad constante para la sal; (3) extrapolacion geoestadistica de los perfiles de los pozos; (4) condicionando las velocidades del complejo salino con la amplitud sismica como factor de peso. Este metodo puede ser usado para estimar la incertidumbre y enfatizar donde la amplitud puede ser utilizada adecuadamente para la caracterizacion del yacimiento.
Bumper Stickers and Helping based on Impression Formation

A well-established tenet of social psychology is that our first impressions matter, and those impressions are often formed using minimal information, such as attractiveness, complexion, and mannerism (Carlston & Schneid, 2015, 95). One area that has not been investigated to date, however, is bumper stickers. In this naturalistic field experiment, we explored the relationship between bumper stickers and helping behavior. Based on previous studies of impression formation, we predicted that the presence of offensive bumper stickers would reduce the amount of help offered to a stranger. Sixty adults entering a large shopping center in Northeast Tennessee were approached at random and asked for directions to a nearby nature center. Subjects were approached by a 20 year old white female standing in front of a parked car covered with 7 hostile bumper stickers (e.g., “Watch out for the idiot behind me”) or the same car covered with 7 neutral bumper stickers (e.g., “Blessed Be”). A total of 30 adults were approached for each condition (neutral vs. hostile stickers) over the course of 6 separate days. A female confederate posing as a seated passenger unobtrusively recorded the following for each encounter: (a) level of detail in the directions given, (b) disposition of the subject, and (c) approximate distance between experimenter and subject. This confederate was unaware of the type of stickers on the car during each encounter and was, thus, blind to the conditions. The stickers were periodically changed throughout the experiment. Statistically significant differences were found for all three dependent variables. As expected, those exposed to neutral bumper stickers were more likely to give detailed directions, be friendlier, and stand closer to the experimenter than those exposed to hostile bumper stickers. Results are discussed in terms of implications and suggestions for further research.
Prevalência de transtornos mentais comuns entre trabalhadores marítimos do Rio de Janeiro Common mental disorders prevalence among maritime workers of Rio de Janeiro

Objetivo: descrever a prevalencia de transtornos mentais comuns entre trabalhadores maritimos. Metodo: trata-se de estudo transversal realizado com 316 funcionarios de empresa de transporte hidroviario. A pesquisa foi aprovada no CEP sob o CAAE 0271.0. 258.258-11, a coleta dos dados foi realizada em 2012. A variavel transtorno mental comum foi investigada de acordo com o Self Reporting Questionnaire . Resultados: constatou-se a prevalencia geral de 14,24%. Notou-se que o grupo de sintomas humor depressivo e ansioso foi o mais expressivo. Sexo feminino, renda familiar abaixo da media, alta carga horaria semanal, estresse autorreferido, pensamento de abandono do emprego, categoria marinheiro de maquinas, sedentarismo e nao tabagismo mostraram-se associados ao desfecho. Conclusao: e necessaria a criacao de projetos ocupacionais consistentes, com equipes multidisciplinares, tendo em vista a promocao da saude e qualidade de vida no ambiente de trabalho e a reducao de transtornos mentais.
An analytic hierarchy approach for intellectual capital

Purpose – This paper aims to present a methodological framework for the identification of a hierarchy among the three categories of intellectual capital, i.e. human, organizational/structural and relational capital, with respect to their contribution to the objective of improving a library's performance. It also seeks to provide a case study of Greek central public libraries.Design/methodology/approach – The framework is based on an analytic hierarchy process (AHP) application including utilization of a Delphi method and ISO 11620 international standards. Finally, empirical evidence is produced for the Greek central public libraries.Findings – The proposed framework may be employed for prioritizing intangible assets in libraries. For the Greek central public libraries it has been indicated that human capital contributes more than the organizational/structural capital and this in turn more than the relational capital.Research limitations/implications – Although the proposed methodological framework is inte.
Chronic Disease, Disability and Depression in Rural Older Peopleas a Problem

Background: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of chronic disease, physical disability and depression in rural older people. Results: Elderly individuals of the 83.3% had at least one chronic disease and 18.5% of had physical disability and 60.2% of were determined "exact" depression. With the presence of chronic illness and perceived health status between depression scores there was determined statistically a significant difference (p<0.05). Conclusions: In our study, we determined chronic disease in four of every five older individuals and physical disability in one of every five. The mean score of depression in elderly was 15.66 ± 5.33. It was seen that depression prevalence was very high (78.2%) in elderly. Chronic diseases and physical disabilities were co morbid for depression.It was suggested that utilization of health care services should be improved in rural. Also healthy aging programs in rural should be implement to identify, treat and assess depressed people with co morbid issues.