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Lived Experiences of Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Chitwan, Nepal. -

Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has a great impact on patients’ daily life. Patients’ subjective experiences and its management vary based on their illness perception and accessible to health services. The objective of this study was to explore lived experiences of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Chitwan, Nepal. Methodology: Qualitative phenomenological study design was used and four patients were selected from parent population as a nested sample. In-depth interview was conducted among participants in their home settings by using interview guidelines and data was analyzed by using the steps outlined in Colaizzi’s method (1978) Results: The key results were broken down in four themes. (1) Physical health: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease had detrimental effects on the patients’ physical health. Dyspnea was the most troublesome symptom and major cause of disability. All patients experienced limitations on their physical activities. (2) Social health: Most of the patients identified limitation on their social and recreational activities. Despite of all patients reporting adequate support from their family, they still experienced social problems such as feeling of loneliness, isolation, dependent and burden on family members. (3) Psychological health: Patients encountered different emotional feelings such as restlessness, sadness, frustration, helplessness, panic and fear of dying as a result of their physical and social limitations. (4) Adaptation with illness: Patients mostly used inhalers and modified their activities to deal with the problem. Care from family members was a helpful measure for adjustment. Conclusion: Patients experience different physical and psychosocial health problems in their daily life. Therefore, there is need to establish rehabilitation program including physical and psychosocial dimension of health for the enhancement of quality of life of patients suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Fate of antibiotics, steroid hormones and multiple endocrine activities during biological treatment of swine manure under anaerobic and aerobic/anoxic conditions

Little information exists on the fate of antibiotics, hormones and their associated endocrine activity during manure treatment processes. Thus, the aim of this study was to assess the fate of such emerging pollutants and multiple endocrine activities during manure treatment coupling anaerobic digestion and aerobic/anoxic conditions under mesophilic conditions. The thermophilic anaerobic digestion was also studied. The endocrine activities tested include estrogenic (ER), dioxin-like (AhR), peroxisome proliferator receptor gamma (PPAR), pregnane X (PXR) and androgenic (AR) activities. Our results showed that antibiotics and steroid hormones were recalcitrant to biodegradation under anaerobic conditions in both mesophilic and thermophilic temperatures. In contrast, antibiotic and hormone removal reached between 76 to 95 % when anaerobic digestion was coupled to aerobic/anoxic treatment. In absence of anaerobic predigestion, hormone removal in aerobic/anoxic conditions was about 40 %; it suggests that the anaerobic predigestion could favour the further elimination of hormones in the anaerobic/anoxic process. The estrogenic activity was mainly removed in the aerobic/anoxic (71%) compartment. The dioxin-like activity appeared to be more recalcitrant to degradation. No others endocrine activities were detected.
The Relationship between Big Five Personality and Organizational Citizenship Behavior

This study investigate the relationship between the Big Five Personality and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) in the Kedah State Government Office. The purpose of the research is to fill in the research gap and investigate the relationship between the Big Five Personality and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) in the Malaysian context particularly in the public sector. This research uses a quantitative research method whereby a total amount of 200 questionnaires were distributed. The result were analyzed by using the descriptive statistical test, the reliability test, Pearson Correlation and Regression analysis from a sample size of 152 government employees. The results indicated that there was a significant relationship between the Big Five Personality and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB). The findings of the results from regression analysis of 152 employees indicated that openness to experience was the most dominant big five personality with OCB. Moreover, the findings also indicated that openness to experience, conscientiousness, and agreeableness had positive significant relationship with OCB. However, the finding shown neuroticism had a negative significant relationship with OCB. The practical implication of this study to provide knowledge and information to the government employees to enhance OCB by applying the concept of Big Five personality, hence to increase employees’ performance and productivity.
Effect of harvest date on yield and secondary compounds of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.)

The quality of the drug of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.) is influenced by several factors, among which the effect of ontogenesis has practically not been studied before. Five varieties (‘Lorelei’, ‘Lemona’, ‘Quedlinburger Niederliegende,’, ‘Gold Leaf’, ‘Soroksar’) were sampled at vegetative, budding, full flowering and after flowering phases at two locations (Budapest and Poznan) and their dried leaves analysed.The accumulation of volatile compounds showed maximum values (0.08-0.46 ml/100 g dry weight) in budding phase (Budapest) or during flowering (Poznan). The content of total phenolics was highest (226-431 mg gallic acid equivalent/g dry weight) in vegetative stage and in some cases similar values were measured until budding. After a sharp decrease at flowering time in several cases, a second peak was detected at the end of the vegetation period. Similarly to the total phenolics, also the total flavonoid content reached the highest level (0.239-1.152% dry weight) at the first half of the vegetation period however, with characteristic differences between habitats.In cultivation, the highest essential oil content may be reached later than highest polyphenol content, however harvesting at budding time may assure a good quality from both aspects with advantageous fresh and drug yields. The described dynamics of the accumulation of the investigated secondary metabolites was depending more on the habitat and less from the cultivar.
Clinical And Audiological Assessment of Patients Undergoing Various Types of Tympanomastoid Surgeries

Objective: To assess the hearing improvement and healing in the patients who have undergone various Tympanomastoid surgeries for different causes basing on the recording of the pure tone audiometry. Setting: Study was conducted in the Department of ENT & Head Neck Surgery, VSS Medical College & Hospital, Burla, Odisha. Patients: Study conducted in 260 patients, who presented with different complaints and undergone various tympanomastoid surgeries for varied tympanic membrane and middle ear pathologies. They were evaluated Pre operatively, Postoperatively and 3months follow up by clinical assessment and Pure tone audiometry for hearing. The hearing improvement was measured in terms of A-B gap and pure tone average. Results: Out of 260 patients, 240 cases were followed up ; hearing improvement was found in 199 (82.91%) cases, no improvement in 11 (4.58%) cases, deterioration in 30 (12.5%) cases. 6-10 dB improvement in A-B gap was seen in maximum no of cases i.e in 98 (49.24%) cases whereas 11-15 d B improvement in 59 (29.64%)cases.
A Theory of Financial Media

We present a model of financial media. In our model, firms strategically use the media to communicate corporate announcements to a group of traders, who do not observe announcements directly, but only through media reports. Journalists strategically select which announcements to report to their readers, and this inadvertently incentivizes firms to bias the underlying announcements. In equilibrium, media coverage is tilted towards (i) positive news and (ii) extreme news. The presence of financial journalists renders stock prices inflated but more informative, on average. We provide additional predictions regarding the media's impact on the quality of firm announcements and stock prices.
Non-operative management of shoulder injuries

The shoulder is a complex joint with a great amount of freedom, therefore, lacking stability. The shoulder’s normal anatomy, including bony architecture, static and dynamic stabilizers, and its prime movers are reviewed. The shoulder’s normal motion, from both the glenohumeral and scapulothoracic joints, are discussed. Rotator cuff and labral pathology as well as instability and their reasons for development are addressed. The five phases of a shoulder rehabilitation program are discussed in depth.
An Assessment of Inspectors’ Compliance with Inspection Principles in Public Secondary Schools in Nigeria

Public secondary school education is rapidly growing in Nigeria, requiring huge investments by government. To justify the level of investments and improve the quality of education in the secondary schools, there is need for proper monitoring and evaluation through inspection. This paper examines the extent to which inspectors complied with inspection principles of independence, impartiality, transparency and mutual respect in public secondary schools in Ekiti state, Nigeria. This is with the view to improving the quality of education in the state. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to select 147 respondents, comprising 120 teachers, 12 principals, and 15 inspectors. Data were collected using survey questionnaires complemented with interview guide. Data were analysed with the use of frequency counts, percentage and means. Results showed that 46.7% of the inspectors indicated compliance with the inspection principles of independence, 40% with impartiality and transparency, and 53.3% with mutual respect. On the average, about 47% of the inspectors indicated compliance with all the inspection principles. The study concluded that inspectors’ compliance with inspection principles is low and therefore, intensifying their compliance with inspection principles is imperative to improving the standard of education in public secondary schools.
Study of Hard-and Soft- Magnetorheological Elastomers (MRE's) Actuation Capabilities

In this study, magneto-rheological elastomer (MRE) composite beams made of Barium hexaferrite (BaM) and Iron (Fe) powders combined with a highly-compliant matrix material were simulated using COMSOL's Solid Mechanics and AC/DC modules. The goal of the work was to develop models capable of predicting the actuation behavior of hardand soft-magnetic MREs. The BaM provided the hard magnetic behavior while Fe, served as the soft magnetic case. Both composites were cured in the presence of a magnetic field. The dimensions of the beams were Length: 75 mm; Width: 5 mm; and Thickness 2 mm. The beams were fixed at the base; all other surfaces were free. The MRE beam was contained within a simulated air volume modeled as an elastic medium with negligible modulus. The simulation applied a surface current Jz between the left and right surfaces of the entire domain. This gave rise to a magnetic field perpendicular to the poling direction (-x direction in the BaM case) which actuated the cantilevers. The primary problem COMSOL addresses is the 2-way coupling between elastic deformation and the magnetic field interactions. The authors use actual magnetization and elastic modulus data form experiments to determine the model's material parameters. As prescribed displacements are imposed on the beam, the resulting restoring force RxN (the force that tends to return the sample to its undeformed state) is determined from reactions at the proscribed displacement boundary. The work shows good agreement to data in the literature for BaM MREs.
The study of platelet indices in acute coronary syndromes

Background: Platelets have been implicated in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disorders including atherosclerosis and its complications such as acute myocardial infarction (MI), unstable angina and sudden cardiac death. Platelet indices correlates with functional status of platelets and is an emerging risk marker for atherothrombosis Methods: A prospective hospital based study was carried out on 175 cases diagnosed with Acute Coronary Syndromes and 175 controls from October 2011 to March 2013 considering the inclusion and exclusion criteria . Results: The incidence of ACS in males (62.86%) was more as compared to females (37.14%). The average age with which the patient presented with ACS was 57.76 ± 13.19 years. The commonest manifestation of ACS was ST elevation MI. Analysis of PVI indicated MPV & PDW as significant risk factor for developing a myocardial infarction. This was in concordance with the elevated cardiac enzymes levels. Conclusion: The study concludes that Platelet Indices especially MPV & PDW is raised in patients who have suffered STEMI & NSTEMI as compared with patients diagnosed with unstable angina.
CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF MATHEMATICS EDUCATION IN NIGERIA

The pursuit of mathematics for the achievement of prosperity and advancement is very conspicuous in many national developmental plans both in developed and underdeveloped countries. In this paper, an attempt was made to examine some of the major challenges facing Mathematics Education in Nigeria of today. It was argued that the success of the teaching and learning of Mathematics could only be achieved when the subject is given its rightful place. The paper highlighted the nature and usefulness of Mathematics; the goals and objectives of Mathematics instruction was examined in relation with Mathematics Curriculum Planning and Development in Nigeria. Finally, meaningful suggestions were proffered that if adopted will induce a positive change into the teaching and learning of Mathematics. Education according to Awo in Enoch (1996) is a systematic course of instruction, giving intellectual and moral training to persons, bringing up of the young, helping them to develop, to lead out the best in them, and to evolve an integrated personality. With this definition in mind, the place of Mathematics in science and technological development cannot be underestimated. Mathematics is the most potent instrument that can be used to sharpen the mind. Ukeje (1990) saw mathematics as the queen of the sciences. He noted that no nation can hope to achieve any measure of scientific and technological advancement: grows beyond its man-power; without proper foundation in school mathematics. Mathematics is the bed rock of all sciences and
The distribution of biogenic amines and polyamines in pheasant meat

Biogenic amines are a natural component of living organisms, though in foodstuffs they are primarily indicators of the degradation of proteins. Their formation in meat is frequently seen in connection with the action of contaminating microorganisms during food storage. This study focuses on the influence of various conditions, intravital factors (slaughtered or hunted pheasants) and post-mortal factors (the period and temperature of storage, type of muscle) on the formation of biogenic amines in pheasant meat. The content of biogenic amines in stored meat was evaluated in relation to its microbial status. Selected biogenic amines were discussed as possible indicators of the degradation of meat proteins, and the health risk when the meat is consumed was assessed. Pheasant, biogenic amines, E. coli, Enterobacteriaceae, storage
[Quality of life in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases: translation to Portuguese language and validation of the "Inflammatory Bowel Disease Questionnaire" (IBDQ)].

BACKGROUND Crohn's disease comprises, together with ulcerative colitis, the inflammatory bowel diseases, which because their morbidity and chronic evolution have a considerable impact on the patient's quality of life. The measurement of quality of life requires the determination of the degree of subjective well-being attributed to the lack of symptoms, to psychological state and daily activity, and is useful as an instrument of evaluation, both in clinical trials and health programs. Inflammatory Bowel Disease Questionnaire is an instrument developed by North-American investigators of McMaster University which reproducibility and validity has been determined in several countries studies, and has shown its use in the measurement of the quality of life of patients with inflammatory bowel diseases. AIMS Our purpose was to translate that instrument into Portuguese language, its adaptation to Brazilian culture and verify its psychometric properties (validity and reproducibility). METHODS It was applied to a population of 50 inflammatory bowel diseases patients (24 with Crohn's disease, 26 with ulcerative colitis). To test the criteria and construction validity of the instrument's, it was compared with SF-36, a general questionnaire for establishing quality of life, and the Crohn's Disease Activity Index and Lichtiger's Index. RESULTS The correlations obtained were mostly moderate. About the intestinal diseases activity index, Lichtiger's index showed better correlations than Crohn's Disease Activity Index. To evaluate its reproducibility, the instrument was applied on three occasions, twice by the same observer (12 days average between applications) and once by a second observer, resulting in a high degree of intra- and interobserver correlation. CONCLUSIONS Portuguese version of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Questionnaire is a valid and reproducible instrument which can be used to evaluate the quality of life of Brazilian inflammatory bowel diseases patients.
The Role of Organizational Innovation As A Mediator of Relationship Entrepreneurial Leadership on Organizational Performance

The uncertainty of the global environment and the increasingly fierce competition requires that Lembaga Perkreditan Desa (LPD) management be conducted by entrepreneurial leadership, hoping to be able to perform better, thereby improving the welfare of local villagers. This study aims to examine the influence of entrepreneurial leadership and organizational innovation on organizational performance at LPD in Bali Province.The sample was determined based on the slovin formula with a precision level of 7.5%, of which 956 healthy LPDs in nine districts / cities in Bali obtained a sample of 151 LPD. Research respondents in each LPD determined as many as 3 people consisting of chairman, treasurer, and secretary of LPD, so the total number of respondents is 453 people. Data analysis was done using SEM-PLS approach with SmartPLS 3.0 program. The results showed that entrepreneurial leadership had a significant positive effect on organizational innovation and organizational performance. Similarly, organizational performance has a significant positive effect on organizational performance. The most important results of this study indicate that organizational innovation mediates partially the influence of entrepreneurial leadership on organizational performance.
The Effect of Seasonal Variations, Pregnancy and Management System on the Blood Minerals and Thyroid Hormones of Camels

The present study was carried out to investigate the effect of the season, management system and physiological status on the blood minerals and thyroid hormones of camels. Sixty healthy one-humped she-camels (Camelus dromedarius) aged between 6 and 9 years were used in the study. The animals were divided into four groups: group (1) penned camels, group (2) grazing camels, group (3) pregnant camels and group (4) non-pregnant camels. Blood samples (6ml) were collected from jugular vein, monthly throughout the experimental period. T3, T4, Mg, Na, K and Ca were determined using the standard laboratory methods. The animals showed lower values for T3 and T4 (nmol) during summer (1.36+0.36, 114.91+3.84), respectively, compared to autumn (1.67+0.46, 129.35+4.55) and winter (1.73+0.41, 132.63+4.44). T3 and T4 values obtained by group (2) were higher than those obtained by the group (1). T3 level was higher in group (3) than that in group (4). During winter there were high levels of K (mEg/L) (4.72+0.55) and Ca (mg/dl) (9.05+1.01) compared to autumn (4.24+0.58, 8.75+0.95) and summer (4.30+0.43, 8.27+1.51). Group (2) registered higher values for Na (mEg/L) and K than group (1), while group (1) registered higher values for Ca than group (2). Pregnancy significantly reduced serum Ca. It was concluded that, the season, management system and pregnancy affected some serum minerals, and thyroid hormones. Keywords— Seasonal variations, Pregnancy, Management system, Blood minerals, Thyroid hormones, Camel.
Bitcoin's Limited Adoption Problem

We demonstrate theoretically that Bitcoin's limited adoption arises as an equilibrium outcome rather than as a short-lived property. Our results are driven by negative network effects which arise due to Bitcoin's need for consensus and the existence of network delay. As the Bitcoin network expands, network delay grows thereby prolonging the time needed for generating consensus. In turn, transaction settlement becomes prolonged, and users abandon the system, yielding limited adoption. Increasing transaction rates fails to solve this problem because increasing transaction rates increases fork probabilities which prolongs the consensus process and generates limited adoption.