bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Predisposición adquirida al daño renal asociada al consumo de tabaco
Authors: De Juan Mario , Prieto Marta , Hernandez María Teresa , Sanz Francisco J. , Casanova Alfredo G. , Vicente Laura , Pescador Moisés , Morales Ana I.
Published: February 2020

En los últimos años se ha visto una relación entre el tabaquismo y el daño renal. En cuanto al diagnóstico temprano del daño renal, nuestro grupo ha desarrollado el concepto de predisposición, aplicable al contexto de pacientes fumadores. Así, nuestra hipótesis es que el tabaco podría causar predisposición a sufrir daño renal agudo (DRA), lo que supondría que los fumadores podrían padecer DRA tras ser expuestos a alguna nefrotoxina, incluyendo dosis inferiores al límite tolerable. Nuestro objetivo es estudiar la relación entre los biomarcadores caracterizados en nuestro laboratorio: 1, 2 y 3 (BM1, BM2 y BM3) y el consumo de tabaco.Se tomaron muestras de orina de pacientes fumadores y no fumadores, sin daño renal ni exposición a factores de riesgo de este. Se midieron la cotinina (ELISA), la creatininuria (kit comercial) y los biomarcadores (western blot). La creatinina plasmática se obtuvo del historial clínico de los pacientes.Solo se vio una mayor excreción de BM3 en fumadores con respecto a no fumadores, aunque no se obtuvo una correlación con los niveles de cotinina (metabolito de nicotina que informa del grado de tabaquismo). A pesar de ello, BM3 podría suponer un buen biomarcador clínico para detectar la predisposición al DRA, lo que ayudaría a prevenir el daño renal en pacientes fumadores.
Estudio de utilización de fármacos para el trastorno del déficit de atención e hiperactividad
Authors: Polo María Mercedes , Sánchez Ana
Published: February 2020

La enfermedad del trastorno de déficit de atención e hiperactividad (TADH) es un trastorno crónico que se inicia en la infancia y perdura hasta la edad adulta pudiendo por tanto afectar tanto a niños como adolescentes y adultos.Posee un diagnóstico complejo y son varias las causas que puedan intervenir en la aparición de este trastorno tales como el sexo, la edad, la etapa del desarrollo y el entorno social y cultural.El TADH tiene diferentes manifestaciones clínicas y según esto, al paciente se le indicará un tratamiento no farmacológico, tratamiento farmacológico o la combinación de ambos.El objetivo principal de nuestro trabajo es analizar en el Área de Gestión Sanitaria Sur de Sevilla (AGSSS) a los pacientes actualmente tratados para el TADH con metilfenidato, lisdexanfetamina, guanfacina y atomoxetina.?Ha sido recopilada toda la información del historial clínico de los pacientes que tienen recetados estos cuatro fármacos en nuestra Área, valorando el grado de adecuación de los tratamientos. Para ello se va a seguir el algoritmo de tratamiento para el TADH propuesto por el CADIME 2017.A la vista de los resultados obtenidos concluimos que hay una falta de seguimiento de los pacientes y una prolongación de tratamiento en el tiempo.
The possibility of using freely circulating DNA blood plasma in preoperative diagnosis of thyroid tumors
Authors: Kachko Vera , Vanushko Vladimir , Platonova Nadezhda , Abrosimov Aleksandr , Snigireva Galina , Tely`sheva Ekaterina
Published: February 2020

Background: The feasibility of using molecular genetic markers for the diagnosis of thyroid tumors and the impact on the prognosis of thyroid cancer are being actively investigated. The most interesting are genes, the detection of which is associated not only with thyroid cancer, but also with a more aggressive course of the disease. The ability to diagnose the molecular profile of minimally invasive methods with the study of freely circulating DNA tumor tissue in blood plasma is a modern trend of medicine.
Aims: to evaluate the frequency of somatic mutations in the "hot spots" of BRAF, KRAS, KRAS, EIF1AX and TERT genes in circulating DNA of blood plasma.
Materials and methods: Samples of DNA, extracted from the removed tumor and non-tumor thyroid tissue, were tested for the presence of somatic mutations in hot spots of the genes BRAF, KRAS, NRAS, TERT, and EIF1AX and then in identifying mutations and testing appropriate samples of free circulating DNA in blood plasma.
Results: mutations in the" hot spots "of the BRAF gene (exon 15, codon area 600-601) were found in 54 patients, mutations in the" hot spots " of the NRAS gene (exon 3, codon 61) in 12 patients; mutations in the hot spots of the KRAS, TERT and EIF1AX genes were not detected. In freely circulating blood plasma DNA, BRAF gene mutations were detected in 1 case, NRAS gene mutations were detected in 1 case.
Conclusions: the use of freely circulating DNA of blood plasma in the testing of the studied sample did not show the feasibility for the diagnosis of thyroid tumors.
Factors Affecting Expectancy for Character Growth in Online Games and Their Effect on Gamers' Loyalty
Authors: Alghifari Izzuddin , Halim Rizal Edy
Published: February 2020

This study aims to understand the effect of expectancy for character growth (learning, novelty, escapism, enjoyment, social value, audio-visual value, and value for money) on online games towards online gamer loyalty. This quantitative research uses a purposive sampling method with a sample of 375 respondents. The data were processed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method. The results showed that learning, escapism, audio-visual value, and value for money have a positive effect on expectancy for character growth. However, novelty, enjoyment, and social value do not have an effect on expectancy for character growth. Furthermore, expectancy for character growth has a positive effect on online gamer loyalty. Therefore, game developers need to know the fantasy of gamers, improve the quality of graphics, and provide discounts to increase gamersâ€™ loyalty
Improving Car Fuel Efficiency by Optimising Transmission Parameters
Authors: Gorozhankin S. A. , Bumaga A. D. , Savenkov N. V.
Published: February 2020

The theoretical and experimental studies of the car power unit functioning at unsteady modes have been conducted. The experimental studies have been conducted using the test stand for measuring engine performance. In addition, the measurements of the parameters of the power unit of the category N1 vehicle under natural conditions (the road tests in the modes of standardized driving cycles) have been made. The aim of the work is increasing the fuel efficiency of the vehicles under operating conditions. For this purpose, the transmission parameters have been optimised for the conditions of the vehicle driving in the standardized NEDC and WLTC driving cycles. The research results enable to give recommendations on improving both the design of the power unit and its operating modes in operation.
Tool to Improve Qualitative Assessment of Left Ventricular Systolic Function
Authors: Walsh Daniel P. , Murugappan Kadhiresan R. , Oren-Grinberg Achikam , Wong Vanessa T. , Mitchell John D. , Matyal Robina
Published: February 2020

Interactive online learning tools have revolutionized graduate medical education and can impart echocardiographic image interpretive skills. We created self-paced, interactive online training modules using a repository of echocardiography videos of normal and various degrees of abnormal left ventricles. In this study, we tested the feasibility of this learning tool. Thirteen anesthesia interns took a pre-test and then had 3 weeks to complete the training modules on their own time before taking a post-test. The average score on the post-test (74.6% ± 11.08%) was higher than the average score on the pre-test (57.7% ± 9.27%) (P < 0.001). Scores did not differ between extreme function (severe dysfunction or hyperdynamic function) and non-extreme function (normal function or mild or moderate dysfunction) questions on both the pre-test (P = 0.278) and post-test (P = 0.093). The interns scored higher on the post-test than the pre-test on both extreme (P = 0.0062) and non-extreme (P = 0.0083) questions. After using an online educational tool that allowed learning on their own time and pace, trainees improved their ability to correctly categorize left ventricular systolic function. Left ventricular systolic function is often a key echocardiographic question that can be difficult to master. The promising performance of this educational resource may lead to more time- and cost-effective methods for improving diagnostic accuracy among learners.
Oscillatory fluid-induced mechanobiology in heart valves with parallels to the vasculature
Authors: Hsu Chia-Pei Denise , Hutcheson Joshua D , Ramaswamy Sharan
Published: February 2020

Forces generated by blood flow are known to contribute to cardiovascular development and remodeling. These hemodynamic forces induce molecular signals that are communicated from the endothelium to various cell types. The cardiovascular system consists of the heart and the vasculature, and together they deliver nutrients throughout the body. While heart valves and blood vessels experience different environmental forces and differ in morphology as well as cell types, they both can undergo pathological remodeling and become susceptible to calcification. In addition, while the plaque morphology is similar in valvular and vascular diseases, therapeutic targets available for the latter condition are not effective in the management of heart valve calcification. Therefore, research in valvular and vascular pathologies and treatments have largely remained independent. Nonetheless, understanding the similarities and differences in development, calcific/fibrous pathologies and healthy remodeling events between the valvular and vascular systems can help us better identify future treatments for both types of tissues, particularly for heart valve pathologies which have been understudied in comparison to arterial diseases.
Dorosłe dzieci rozwiedzionych rodziców – przegląd teorii i badań
Authors: Sokołowska Edyta
Published: February 2020

Współcześnie w środowisku naukowym trwa dyskusja dotycząca przeobrażeń instytucji rodziny. Statystyki pokazują od lat wzrastającą liczbę rozwodów w państwach rozwĳających się i rozwiniętych, co potwierdza zasadność zajmowania się problematyką rozwodu i konsekwencjami jakie za sobą niesie dla członków rodziny. Rozwód jest tematem licznych publikacji, lecz skupiają się one głównie na radzeniu sobie z tą sytuacją osób rozwodzących się i ich dzieci. Coraz częściej dostrzega się jednak konieczność poznania długoterminowych konsekwencji rozwodu dla dzieci rozwodników. Artykuł zawiera przegląd wybranych podejść i badań na temat rozwodu, dzieci osób rozwiedzionych, ale przede wszystkim tych dotyczących dorosłych dzieci rozwiedzionych rodziców.
Autorskie (od)tworzenie. O intertekstualnych wątkach w twórczości Tima Burtona
Authors: Żakieta Katarzyna
Published: February 2020

Artykuł skupia się na analizie gier z konwencją, wykorzystaniu gatunków, symboli, schematów oraz klisz kulturowych w wybranych fi lmach Tima Burtona. Ważny aspekt rozważań stanowi dialogiczność między innymi takich fi lmów jak Edward Nożycoręki czy Jeździec bez głowy, bowiem właśnie żywioł intertekstualny czyni twórczość Burtona na tyle oryginalną, by móc ją określać mianem kina autorskiego.
Zdrowie i choroba w dyskursie religijnym w świetle analizy rytuału uzdrawiania modlitwą na mszy św. z charyzmatyczną modlitwą o uzdrowienie w Kościele rzymskokatolickim w Polsce
Authors: Pietrzyk Anna
Published: February 2020

W niniejszym artykule autorka analizuje wybrane, współczesne rytuały zdrowotne praktykowane w obrębie tradycji kościoła rzymskokatolickiego w Polsce, opierając się na badaniach własnych. W dobie rozkwitu biomedycyny, zastanawia fakt niezwykłej popularności postawy wierzeniowej, której żywotność przejawia się nie tylko w tradycyjnych praktykach religijnych, lecz także w nowych tekstach zachowań religijno – zdrowotnych propagowanych w obrębie grup Katolickiej Odnowy w Duchu Świętym. Przyczyną tego może być fakt, że w dyskursie religijnym uzdrowienie jest czymś więcej, niż ma do zaoferowania nowoczesna medycyna. Jest doświadczeniem religijnym, doświadczeniem sacrum, przeżywanym w sposób indywidualny i zarazem kolektywny (analizowane, zapamiętywane i publicznie odtwarzane za pomocą istniejących we wspólnocie wzorców narracji o uzdrowieniu).
Strategie regulacji emocji i inklinacja autonarracyjna a efektywność zawodowa
Authors: Jaroszewska Marta
Published: February 2020

Celem niniejszego artykułu jest przedstawienie związków pomiędzy strategią regulacji emocji i inklinacją autonarracyjną, a efektywnością zawodową, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem wyników przeprowadzonego badania korelacyjnego. Badaniem objęci zostali konsultanci call center, których zadania zawodowe wymagają sprawnego radzenia sobie z sytuacjami emocjonalnie trudnymi. Uzyskane wyniki pozwalają przypuszczać, że tłumienie emocji wpływa negatywnie na poziom wykonywanych zadań.
Emocje w procesie twórczym. Perspektywa teoretyczna i aplikacje kliniczne
Authors: Osowiecka Małgorzata
Published: February 2020

Część naukowców twierdzi, że twórcze dzieła są powiązane z emocjami negatywnymi – ludzie kreatywni, zwłaszcza wybitni twórcy, narażeni są na lęk przed odrzuceniem, oceną. Z badań wynika, że w szczególności poeci częściej cierpią na stany obniżonego nastroju. Z drugiej strony dokumentuje się związek twórczości z emocjami pozytywnymi. Nastrój pozytywny wpływa na poszerzenie zakresu skojarzeń, a szczęście jest związane z twórczym stanem flow. W niniejszym artykule podejmuję próbę integracji tych dwóch perspektyw. Prezentuję również przykłady z własnego doświadczenia klinicznego – arteterapię w ośrodku terapii uzależnień „Plus” EKO „Szkoła Życia” w Wandzinie oraz projekt „Masska” jako przykład terapii zajęciowej.
Zarys dziejów autyzmu – historia przemian
Authors: Osóbka Krzysztof
Published: February 2020

Autyzm jest jednym z najbardziej tajemniczych zaburzeń rozwoju człowieka – choć towarzyszy ludzkości od początku jej istnienia, został stosunkowo późno opisany przez naukę, bo dopiero w 1943 r. Od czasów Leo Kannera, który pierwszy zdefi niował autyzm, nauka starała się wyjaśniać zagadki tego zaburzenia własnym językiem, choć nie zawsze w sposób bardziej racjonalny. Radykalną zmianę w tych dociekaniach spowodował głos, któremu jeszcze w latach osiemdziesiątych XX w. nie przypisywano racji bytu, głos wysokofunkcjonujących osób z autyzmem – wybitnie uzdolnionych i twórczych ludzi.
Wolność czy swawola. Stanisława Kowalczyka krytyka liberalizmu
Authors: Wałach Patrycja
Published: February 2020

Stanisław Kowalczyk, filozof, emerytowany wykładowca Katolickiego Uniwersytetu Lubelskiego, w swoich badaniach wiele miejsca poświęcił filozofii społecznej. Niniejszy artykuł stawia sobie za cel pokazanie tego w jaki sposób lubelski myśliciel dokonuje krytyki liberalizmu z pozycji personalizmu. Przyczyną niezgody między tymi dwoma nurtami jest, jak się okazało, zupełnie inne rozumienie wolności. S. Kowalczyk – personalista, pojmuje wolność jako odpowiedzialne człowieczeństwo, natomiast krytykowany przez niego liberalizm akcentuje przede wszystkim swobodę jednostki.
„O zganianiu zmaz z lica...” - przejawy medycyny estetycznej w osiemnastowiecznych poradnikach medycznych
Authors: Kocela Weronika
Published: February 2020

Gładka cera, lśniące włosy i zgrabna figura to marzenie nie tylko współczesnej kobiety. W XVIII w. płeć piękna również chciała jak najlepiej zadbać o swoją urodę. Zamiast wyprawy do salonów kosmetycznych panie miały do dyspozycji poradniki medyczne i zawarte w nich liczne wskazówki dotyczące tego, jak samodzielnie w domu przygotować różnego rodzaju medykamenty. Przeanalizowanie zaproponowanych w poradnikach medycznych przepisów pozwoli więc na odkrycie osiemnastowiecznej ,,medycyny estetycznej”.
Żywot Polaka na Sachalinie w latach 80. i 90. XIX w. Przypadek Edmunda Płoskiego
Authors: Jaźwiński Rafał , Łukawski Krzysztof
Published: February 2020

Artykuł dotyczy pobytu polskich zesłańców politycznych na najdalej wysuniętej na wschód, azjatyckiej części Rosji w latach 80. i 90. XIX w. Życie więźniów pokazano na przykładzie Edmunda Płoskiego, jednego z przywódców partii Proletariat, który za swoją działalność polityczną został skazany na 16 lat katorgi na Sachalinie. Bazę źródłową niniejszego artykułu stanowią pozostawione przez niego, dotąd nieznane, wspomnienia z kilkuletniego pobytu na kresach imperium rosyjskiego.
Reforma szkolnictwa zawodowego po 1989 r. na przykładzie Zespołu Szkół Tekstylno-Handlowych w Żaganiu
Authors: Śliwak Katarzyna
Published: February 2020

W artykule autorka krótko przedstawiła historię szkolnictwa zawodowego, pierwszych jej prób reform w okresie dwudziestolecia międzywojennego. Z uwzględnieniem sytuacji polityczno-gospodarczej na Ziemiach Zachodnich po drugiej wojnie światowej, na przykładzie konkretnej placówki oświatowej, szkoły średniej o profi lu zawodowym – Zespołu Szkół Tekstylno-Handlowych w Żaganiu autorka krótko scharakteryzowała historię placówki wraz z kierunkami kształcenia oraz unaoczniła jak przemiany gospodarczo-polityczne roku 1989 wpłynęły na funkcjonowanie szkoły o profilu włókienniczym. Na koniec opisała jakie działania zostały podjęte przez władze polityczne, oświatowe, aby profi l kształcenia szkoły był adekwatny do możliwości gospodarczych Żagania.
A Bauhaus ma!
Authors: Alföldi György
Published: February 2020

Bauhaus. Egy rövid idejű, de óriási hatású művészeti kísérlet arra, hogy képző- és iparművészek, építészek hogyan tudnak a társadalom megújításában felelősen részt venni. A műhelyekben kifejlesztett alkotói módszerekből a viharos 20. század során a társadalmi szál kikopott és művészeti stílussá egyszerűsödött. Bár a kezdetek óta viták kereszttüzében áll, de mind a mai napig erős hatással van a művészetekre, a környezetalakításra. Korunk felelőssége a még meglévő épületek védelme és az alkotó módszer komplexitásának megismerése és értékelése.
Level of measles herd immunity assessed in hospital medical workers within a framework of the state measles elimination program
Authors: Kostinov M. P. , Filatov N. N. , Zhuravlev P. I. , Gladkova L. S. , Polischuk V. B. , Shmitko A. D. , Pakhomov D. V. , Khromova E. A. , Vasilyeva G. V. , Tikhonova I. A. , Ryzhov A. A. , Blagovidov D. A. , Kostinova A. M.
Published: February 2020

Within a framework of the state measles elimination program, in April, 2018 a level of measles herd immunity was assessed in 1899 Moscow hospital medical workers aged from 19 to 69 years and older. All subjects enrolled in the study were vaccinated against measles or recovered after measles infection. Serum samples were collected from subjects and examined by ELISA for measles IgG antibodies with the Vector-Best IgG-measle test system (Russia). It was found that 278 (14.6%) and 1621 (85.4%) subjects were seronegative ( 0.18 IU/mL) and seropositive ( 0.18 IU/ml), respectively. Age-related group distribution of 1855 serum samples revealed that percentage of seronegative subjects was in: aged 19—23 years was -38.5%; 24-28 and 29-33 years - 22.2%; 34-38 years - 27.5%; 39-43 years - 25.8%; 44-48 years - 16.8%; 49-53 and 54-58 years — 8.6% and 8.3%, respectively; 59-63 years old — 4.9%; 64-68 and over 69 years old — 0%. Moreover, mean level of measles IgG antibodies increased proportionally to age of medical workers from 0.58 IU/ml (19-23 years) to 2.94-2.72 IU/ml (64-68 and over 69 years). The data obtained indicate that a cohort of measles susceptible subjects (from 38.5% to 16.8%), respectively, is identified among young and middle age (from 19 to 48 years) individuals. It is assumed that two-dose measles vaccination in childhood does not contribute to the long-term preservation of protective levels of measles antibodies, thereby justifying a need to administer a three-dose measles vaccine.
Effect of first aid training on teams from special education schools
Authors: Brito Jackeline Gonçalves , Oliveira Inês Pereira de , Godoy Christine Baccarat de , França Ana Paula dos Santos Jesus Marques
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: Analyze the effect of first aid training on the knowledge of multidisciplinary teams from special education schools, in school accidents. Methods: A quasi-experimental, before-and-after study with a single comparison group. Descriptive statistics and McNemar’s test were used to evaluate the effect of the intervention. Results: This study had the participation of 162 higher education professionals, predominantly teachers (82.1%), female (97.5%), aged over 40 (69.2%). An increase in correct answers was observed, with statistical significance (≤0.05), especially in proper handling in case of fall with traumatic brain injury, electric shock, and burn due to hot liquid (98.1%, 98.1% and 96.9% of proper response, respectively). Conclusions: First aid training for child accidents, through content exhibition, in a dialogical and practical way, proved to be efficient for multidisciplinary teams from special education schools for people with disabilities.
Social network of children with cronic disease: knowledge and practice of nursing
Authors: Souza Maria Helena do Nascimento , Nóbrega Vanessa Medeiros da , Collet Neusa
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: To identify the knowledge and practice of primary care nurses about the social network approach for families of children with chronic diseases. Methods: Qualitative research, conducted by means of interviews with 23 family health nurses, from one municipality in Paraíba and one in Rio de Janeiro, from June to July of 2017. The data were interpreted using thematic analysis. Results: Social network meant institutional support offered by services outside the unit, and socioeconomic problems involved the family context. In practice, nurses find it difficult to provide comprehensive care and establish ties with families. When referring to other professionals, a weakness in the counter-referral to the family health unit is found. Final considerations: Some gaps were found regarding the knowledge and practice of nurses regarding the social network approach, which requires professional training to strengthen social relationships and the necessary support for families of children with chronic diseases.
Professional who attended childbirth and breastfeeding in the first hour of life
Authors: Silva Laís Araújo Tavares , Fonseca Vânia Matos , Oliveira Maria Inês Couto de , Silva Kátia Silveira da , Ramos Eloane Gonçalves , Gama Silvana Granado Nogueira da
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: To investigate the association between the professionals who attended vaginal delivery and breastfeeding in the first hour of life. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with data from the Nascer no Brasil (Born in Brazil) survey, conducted in the 2011-2012 period. Data from 8,466 puerperae were analyzed using a logistic regression model with a hierarchical approach. Results: The proportion of mothers who breastfed at birth was higher in deliveries attended by nurses (70%). A nurse-assisted delivery was 64% more likely to breastfeed in the first hour of life. Other factors associated with the outcome: residing in the North; age less than 35 years; multiparity; prenatal guidance on breastfeeding in the first hour of life; birth at Baby-Friendly Hospital; companion at birth; and female newborn. Conclusions: Obstetrician nurse/nurse-assisted delivery was a significant independent factor associated with breastfeeding in the first hour of life, suggesting the importance of strengthening the role of the obstetrician nurse.
Analysis of records by nursing technicians and nurses in medical records
Authors: Ferreira Larissa de Lima , Chiavone Flávia Barreto Tavares , Bezerril Manacés dos Santos , Alves Kisna Yasmin Andrade , Salvador Pétala Tuani Candido de Oliveira , Santos Viviane Euzébia Pereira
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: to analyze the main non-conformities of the nursing records of a public hospital in Natal, Brazil. Methods: this is a descriptive, cross-sectional study, with a quantitative approach. This study was conducted in nursing departments of medical and surgical wards. The sample was composed of 120 medical records of inpatients between October and December 2016. The obtained data were tabulated and analyzed by simple statistics in absolute and relative frequency using the 2013 Microsoft Excel software. The Pareto Diagram was used to evaluate the non-conformities of the records. Results: the main problems in the nursing records were the absence of the professional category and the nursing council number, responsible for 41.8% of the non-conformities in the records of nursing technicians; for nurses’ records, the main non-conformities were the absence of time and the illegible handwriting, with 61.2%. Conclusions: the study showed that nursing professionals perform their records incompletely and often do not document the care provided.
Family fortresses in Zika Congenital Syndrome according to Betty Neuman
Authors: Lima Laís Helena de Souza Soares , Monteiro Estela Maria Leite Meirelles , Coriolano Maria Wanderleya de Lavor , Linhares Francisca Márcia Pereira , Cavalcanti Ana Márcia Tenório de Souza
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: to identify elements that contribute to strengthen the family system of children with Zika virus congenital syndrome according to Betty Neuman’s theory. Methods: qualitative research, carried out in the outpatient service of a public hospital in the city of Recife, Brazil, with 13 mothers, by semi-structured interviews. The IRAMUTEQ software was used for data analysis and the interpretation was carried out according to Betty Neuman’s Systems Model Theory. Results: the dendrogram originated five categories, which we named: Family Routine, Health Service Assistance, Changes in Lifestyle, Support Network, and Social Repercussions of Care for the the Family Context. Final considerations: nursing actions based on Betty Neuman’s theory provide subsidies for the recognition of elements that strengthen the defense lines of the family system. These resources can be explored, aiming to maintaining the well-being and balance in the context of the family system.
Speech as Action in the Classroom: Semiotic Regulation of Cognitive Processes
Authors: Santos Francyelly Oliveira Pereira dos , Correia Mônica de Fátima Batista , Bezerra Henrique Jorge Simões
Published: February 2020

Abstract This article investigated how determined linguistic actions, the speech acts, create favorable conditions for the emergence and maintenance of Zones of Proximal Development (ZPDs), therefore of cognitive actions. A geography classroom setting of sixth year elementary school was analyzed. “The relief and its agents" was the main conversational topic. Through interactional analysis and videography, we identified patterns in the categories of speech acts used in class. Some types of speech acts were used for to maintain didactic contract and others speech acts were used to clarify school contents. These patterns provide favorable conditions for emergency and maintenance of ZPDs, which were understood as symbolic space built along the discourse of participants, and that promote learning.
Analysis of Interlayer Idle Time as a Temperature Control Technique in Additive Manufacturing of Thick Walls by Means of CMT and CMT Pulse Welding Processes
Authors: Silva Régis Henrique Gonçalves e , Rocha Pedro Correa Jaeger , Rodrigues Max Baranenko , Pereira Milton , Galeazzi Daniel
Published: February 2020

Abstract: Inserted in the scenario of innovations and technological trends of Industry 4.0, this work aims to obtain detailed knowledge on the influence of idle time between layers as thermal control technique for the Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) with two GMAW process variants of high controllability (CMT and CMT Pulse). The problem focuses on the deposition of thick walls, seeking to emulate the challenges of manufacturing big parts with medium geometric complexity, such as propellers and screws, which usually have sections of this thickness. Although works in the area of additive manufacturing point out the use of idle time as a feature to stabilize the thermal gradient, detailed information about the thermal behavior ends up being omitted. Both processes variants used presented high metallic transference stability and low thermal input when compared to the conventional GMAW, being positive differentials for WAAM. In the tests, walls with eight layers were built with ER309LSi steel in which the interlayer idle time varied from 0 to 300 s. It can be concluded that both processes are WAAM compliant, and that although the CMT Pulse has a higher energy input, the temperature control by idle time was able to control the thermal accumulation in the part for both processes.
Efectos de los Active Flux sobre Soldaduras GMAW Aplicadas a un Acero AISI/SAE 1020
Authors: Rosas Cristhian Harley Madariaga , Modenesi Paulo José , Ortiz Mauricio Rincón
Published: February 2020

Resumen: GMAW es uno de los procesos de soldadura más utilizados en la industria por su fácil utilización y automatización, lo que le da un excelente nivel de productividad y versatilidad. Una variante de este proceso, aún poco estudiada, es el A-GMAW (Active flux Gas Metal Arc Welding), que consiste en la adición de una fina capa de óxidos o haluros en polvo. El presente trabajo consistió en una evaluación de los efectos causados por la aplicación de flux de CaCO3 y SiO2 sobre la morfología del cordón, los parámetros operacionales y la estabilidad del proceso, en unas soldaduras GMAW aplicadas sobre un acero AISI/SAE 1020. Para esto se utilizó una fuente de soldadura operada en modo corriente constante y se hicieron ensayos pre-liminares donde se determinaron los valores de los parámetros a utilizar, los cuales se mantuvieron constantes durante todo el transcurso del trabajo. Los resultados obtenidos demostraron que los flux de CaCO3 y SiO2, sí tienen influencia en cambios morfológicos, como la penetración de la soldadura, e igualmente se observaron alteraciones en los modos de transferencia que gobernaban cada una de las soldaduras, así como en su estabilidad.
Eucalyptus cloeziana seed count data: a comparative analysis of statistical models
Authors: Michelon Thomas Bruno , Taconeli Cesar Augusto , Vieira Elisa Serra Negra , Panobianco Maristela
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Generalized linear models (GLMs) are an extension of the linear model and include the normal, Poisson, and negative binomial distributions. Although GLMs were introduced in 1972, most seed technology studies, especially those involving count data, such as germination tests of seeds from the genus Eucalyptus, still using the analysis of variance, without analysis of the fit of other models. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the most appropriate model in the GLM class for seed count data of Eucalyptus cloeziana. Data were obtained from a germination test using seeds from three lots of E. cloeziana. Each lot was separated by sieving into three material fractions based on size: small (<0.84 mm), medium (from 1.18 to 1.00 mm), and large (>1.18 mm). The data analysis was based on the use of GLMs adjusted to normal, Poisson, and negative binomial distributions, and the models were evaluated by the Akaike and Bayesian Schwartz criteria and Cook’s distance and half-normal diagnostic graphs. Compared to other adjustments, the normal distribution adjustment differed in the configuration of means submitted to the Tukey test, and although the data met all normality assumptions, the adjustment with the Poisson distribution was the most suitable for the count data from a germination test of E. cloeziana seeds.
Suppression of Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae biofilm formation by Acacia mangium methanol leaf extract
Authors: Shafiei S. N. Sarah , Ahmad K. , Ikhsan N. F. M. , Ismail S. I. , Sijam K.
Published: February 2020

Abstract Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae (Xoo), a pathogen responsible for rice bacterial leaf blight, produces biofilm to protect viable Xoo cells from antimicrobial agents. A study was conducted to determine the potency of Acacia mangium methanol (AMMH) leaf extract as a Xoo biofilm inhibitor. Four concentrations (3.13, 6.25, 9.38, and 12.5 mg/mL) of AMMH leaf extract were tested for their ability to inhibit Xoo biofilm formation on a 96-well microtiter plate. The results showed that the negative controls had the highest O.D. values from other treatments, indicating the intense formation of biofilm. This was followed by the positive control (Streptomycin sulfate, 0.2 mg/mL) and AMMH leaf extract at concentration 3.13 mg/mL, which showed no significant differences in their O.D. values (1.96 and 1.57, respectively). All other treatments at concentrations of 6.25, 9.38, and 12.5 mg/mL showed no significant differences in their O.D. values (0.91, 0.79, and 0.53, respectively). For inhibition percentages, treatment with concentration 12.5 mg/mL gave the highest result (81.25%) followed by treatment at concentrations 6.25 and 9.38 mg/mL that showed no significant differences in their inhibition percentage (67.75% and 72.23%, respectively). Concentration 3.13 mg/mL resulted in 44.49% of biofilm inhibition and the positive control resulted in 30.75% of biofilm inhibition. Confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) analysis of Xoo biofilm inhibition and breakdown showed the presence of non-viable Xoo cells and changes in aggregation size due to increase in AMMH leaf extract concentration. Control slides showed the absence of Xoo dead cells.
Resource use efficiency of cotton in improved vs conventional planting geometry with exogenous application of bio-stimulant and synthetic growth retardant
Authors: Hussain N. , Anwar A. , Yasmeen A. , Arif M. , Naz S. , Bibi M. , Iqbal J. , Qadir I. , Salim M. N. , Latif S.
Published: February 2020

Abstract Plant growth regulators and improved planting density are the innovative techniques in the establishment of more productive cotton crop. A field study was planned to assess the role of growth regulators in the resource utilization efficiency of cotton cultivars under different row spacing at Agronomic Research Area, Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan and Usmania Agricultural Farm, Shujaabad during Kharif 2012. The study was comprised of cotton cultivars viz. CIM-573 and CIM-598, cultivated under conventional (75 cm), medium (50 cm) and improved ultra-narrow row spacing (25 cm) and foliar spray of growth regulators viz. moringa leaf extract (MLE) and mepiquat chloride (MC), either alone or in combination, distilled water as a control. The application of MLE alone and in combination (MLE + MC) showed the promoting effect on crop growth rate, net assimilation rate, leaf area index, leaf area duration, sympodial branches and number of bolls leading to higher seed cotton yield of both cotton cultivars grown under conventional row spacing. While application of MC averts the plant growth without considerably improving the productivity. MLE being rich source of growth promoting hormone and nutrients showed its potential to a far greater extent under conventional row spacing in efficient utilization of available resources compared to MC and distilled water.
Biological behavior of magnesium-substituted hydroxyapatite during bone repair
Authors: Santos G. G. , Nunes V. L. C. , Marinho S. M. O. C. , Santos S. R. A. , Rossi A. M. , Miguel F. B.
Published: February 2020

Abstract The aim of this study was to analyze the biological behavior and osteogenic potential of magnesium (Mg) substituted hydroxyapatite (HA) microspheres, implanted in a critical bone defect, considering that this ion is of great clinical interest, since it is closely associated with homeostasis and bone mineralization. For the purpose of this study, 30 rats were used to compose three experimental groups: GI - bone defect filled with HA microspheres; GII - bone defect filled with HA microspheres replaced with Mg; GIII - empty bone defect; evaluated at biological points of 15 and 45 days. The histological results, at 15 days, showed, in all the groups, a discrete chronic inflammatory infiltrate; biomaterials intact and surrounded by connective tissue; and bone neoformation restricted to the borders. At 45 days, in the GI and GII groups, an inflammatory response of discrete granulomatous chronic type was observed, and in the GIII there was a scarce presence of mononuclear inflammatory cells; in GI and GII, the microspheres were seen to be either intact or fragmented, surrounded by fibrous connective tissue rich in blood vessels; and discrete bone neoformation near the edges and surrounding some microspheres. In GIII, the mineralization was limited to the borders and the remaining area was filled by fibrous connective tissue. It was concluded that the biomaterials were biocompatible and osteoconductive, and the percentage of Mg used as replacement ion in the HA did not favor a greater bone neoformation in relation to the HA without the metal.
First report of colonization by Panstrongylus megistus (Burmeister, 1835) (Hemiptera, Reduviidae, Triatominae) in the Metropolitan Region of São Paulo, Brazil
Authors: Silva R. A. , Virgínio F. , Estevão V. A. O. , Martins M. L. , Duarte A. N. , Silva G. P. , Carvalho P. R. , Santos A. R. , Curado I. , Sei I. A.
Published: February 2020

Abstract We report the first known occurrence of Panstrongylus megistus (Burmeister, 1835) (Hemiptera, Reduviidae, Triatominae) in the Metropolitan Region of São Paulo, Brazil. In 2018, adult specimens were sent by residents to the competent authorities and, in the inspection of the property, a large focus associated with a marsupial nest was found. This finding reinforces the importance of the species in the state of São Paulo, serves as an alert for epidemiological surveillance and extends the species colonization area in the state of São Paulo.
Stream fish from recently deforested basins in the Meridional Amazon, Mato Grosso, Brazil
Authors: Casatti Lilian , Brejão Gabriel Lourenço , Carvalho Fernando Rogério , Silva Hugmar Pains da , Pérez-Mayorga María Angélica , Manzotti Angelo Rodrigo , Zeni Jaquelini de Oliveira , Ramires Bruno Martins Santos , Langeani Francisco
Published: February 2020

Abstract: The replacement of tropical forests to production systems is one of the leading causes of riverine ecosystem alterations. However, current assemblages’ composition may also result from the time since these transformations have begun. Therefore, the knowledge of diversified historical scenarios can facilitate the accomplishment of actions that involve the aquatic environments recovery. In this study, an inventory of stream fish was carried out in basins whose deforestation was intensified in the last 20 years, to compose a baseline for ecological and taxonomic studies. The habitat, physical and chemical variables, and the fish assemblages from 60 streams in the northwest region of the state of Mato Grosso, in the Aripuanã and Juruena river basins, were sampled with standardized procedures. For a total of 130 species, a numerical predominance of small-sized Characidae and great rarity were registered, with 50 species represented by less than ten individuals and 19 singletons. Approximately 15% of the sampled taxa were identified only at the generic level, and for several taxa, more detailed taxonomic and molecular studies are required in order to achieve satisfactory identifications. None threatened species were so far reported. On the other hand, two specimens of non-native species were sampled. Although habitat quality is higher in forested streams, no differences in the species richness were registered when compared to the pasture with riparian forest streams or to more deforested streams. However, abundance was greater in these last two streams groups as a result of small-sized characins dominance.
Ichthyofauna from tributaries of Urubu and Amazonas rivers, Amazonas State, Brazil
Authors: Pereira Rayane da Silva , Silva Rayanna Graziella Amaral da , Morales Bruno Ferezim , Souza Sidney dos Santos , Hinnah Rafael , Takahashi Erico Luis Hoshiba , Ota Rafaela Priscila
Published: February 2020

Abstract: The Amazonas River basin comprises the world’s highest fish species diversity. Anthropogenic interferences in aquatic environments represent a pressure over the maintenance of ecological stability and biodiversity. We inventoried the ichthyofauna of 13 disturbed/modified tributaries of Urubu and Amazonas rivers in the region of the middle Amazon River, between June 2018 and March 2019. A total of 164 species were captured, represented by 11 orders, 37 families and 96 genera. Characiformes was the richest order, followed by Cichliformes and Siluriformes. The most representative families in number of species were Cichlidae, Serrasalmidae, and Characidae. Hemigrammus levis was the most abundant species, and Acarichthys heckelii the most common, registered in all sampled sites. In the present study, species with economic interest were collected, as well as many species recently described and one still waiting for formal description, identified provisionally as Moenkhausia aff. colletii. Therefore, the high fish diversity registered, even in disturbed environments in Middle Amazonas River, denotes the makeable ecological importance of this region for fishes resources and supports the necessity of evaluation of other aquatic environments in the region, as well as the potential impacts on composition, maintenance, and survival of ichthyofauna in environments directly affected by human activities.
Do local environmental factors structure the trophic niche of the splash tetra, Copella arnoldi? A test in an Amazonian stream system
Authors: SOARES Bruno Eleres , BENONE Naraiana Loureiro , ROSA Daniela Cristina Oliveira , MONTAG Luciano Fogaça de Assis
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Environmental variation affects the availability of spatial and trophic resources in Amazonian streams and may be important factors structuring the diet of fishes. We analyzed the diet composition and trophic niche breadth of the lebiasinid splash tetra, Copella arnoldi, aiming to evaluate how environmental variation in Amazonian streams affects the species’ trophic niche. Fish were captured and environmental factors were recorded in 20 streams in the Caxiuanã National Forest, in the eastern Amazon, in November 2010. We made a semi-quantitative analysis of stomach contents of 200 individuals. Copella arnoldi exhibited an omnivorous diet composed mainly of detritus and allochthonous invertebrates. Environmental variation (stream width, stream depth, canopy cover and flow) did not affect the diet composition or trophic niche breadth of the species, possibly due to the regional integrity of the forest within the boundaries of the protected area. Riparian cover probably minimizes the effect of the small-scale variations in food resources, thus leading to a locally homogeneous diet composition in the splash tetra C. arnoldi.
Length-weight relationship and condition factor for twelve fish species from the Igarapé Fortaleza basin, a small tributary of the Amazonas River estuary
Authors: OLIVEIRA Marcos Sidney Brito , SILVA Luís Maurício Abdon , PRESTES Luiza , TAVARES-DIAS Marcos
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Length and weight data are useful in fisheries management and standard results of fish monitoring programs. Length-weight relationship (LWR) is used for estimating the weight corresponding to a given length, and the condition factor is used to compare the body condition, fatness or health of fish populations. This study aimed to estimate the LWR and the condition factor for 12 freshwater fish species from the Igarapé Fortaleza basin, a tributary of the Amazonas River system in the State of Amapá, eastern Amazon (Brazil). The coefficient of determination, the allometric condition factor and the allometric coefficient varied among species, and were compared with populations elsewhere. In 83.3% of the species, the allometric coefficient remained within the expected range. This was the first record of LWR parameters for Acestrorhynchus falcirostris.
Ocurrence of pepper yellow mosaic virus and cucumber mosaic virus on Capsicum chinense in the state of Amazonas, Brazil
Authors: SOUZA Leonor Cristina Silva , HANADA Rogerio Eiji , ASSIS Luiz Alberto Guimarães , CAMELO-GARCÍA Viviana M. , REZENDE Jorge Alberto Marques , YUKI Valdir A. , KITAJIMA Elliot W.
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT The habanero chilli pepper, Capsicum chinense is an important crop in the Amazon Basin, mainly grown by small-scale producers. Capsicum chinense plants in an experimental field in the northern Brazilian state of Amazonas were found exhibiting characteristic symptoms of viral infection. Leaf sap from symptomatic plants examined under a transmission electron microscope revealed the presence of elongated flexuous particles and isometric particles. Using molecular assays, the viruses were identified as pepper yellow mosaic virus (PepYMV) and cucumber mosaic virus (CMV). Aphids, identified as Aphis gossypii, were found colonizing the C. chinense plants in the field and may be the vector for both PepYMV and CMV. We report the first occurrence of these viruses infecting C. chinense in the state of Amazonas.
BUILDING SOLUTIONS FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PATIENT WITH HEART DISEASE USING WARFARIN: A QUALITATIVE STUDY
Authors: Leal Patricia de Melo , Amante Lúcia Nazareth , Girondi Juliana Balbinot Reis , Nascimento Eliane Regina Pereira do , Magalhães Aline Lima Pestana
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objective: to identify with the nursing team strategies to promote the safety of the patient with heart disease using warfarin. Method: an exploratory and descriptive research with a qualitative approach, developed in clinical/surgical inpatient units at a public referral hospital in cardiovascular care. The participants were 20 professionals from the nursing team who work in these sectors. Data collection took place in May and June 2017, through discussion groups and covered the five stages of the Maguerez Arch, which were held in a single meeting that was repeated four times in order to involve the largest number of professionals. The obtained data were submitted to thematic analysis. Results: two categories emerged: Recognizing the problem and identifying its causes; and Building hypotheses of solution to the problem. The results showed that the group recognizes the use of oral anticoagulant as a risk factor for serious adverse events. Strategies such as knowing the target international normative relationship of each patient, providing information on the use of anticoagulant to patients and their families, among others, can contribute to make this care safer. Conclusion: the moments of discussion favored by this study served as learning to continue the future implementation of the strategies pointed out by the group and thus increasingly improve the care provided to patients with heart disease and their families.
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CLINICAL DETERIORATION RECOGNIZED BY AN EARLY WARNING PEDIATRIC SCORE
Authors: Miranda Juliana de Oliveira Freitas , Camargo Climene Laura de , Nascimento Sobrinho Carlito Lopes , Portela Daniel Sales , Pinho Paloma de Sousa , Oliveira Thaiane de Lima
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify the factors associated with clinical deterioration recognized by a Pediatric Early Warning Score. Method: A cross-sectional study conducted in a tertiary pediatric public hospital with 271 children aged from zero to ten, hospitalized between May and October 2015. For the identification of the children with and without signs of clinical deterioration, the translated, adapted and validated version of the Brighton Pediatric Early Warning Score was applied to the Brazilian context. Logistic regression analysis and prevalence ratio (PR) were used to measure the association between the variables studied. A 95% Confidence Interval (CI) and p value were adopted as a measure of statistical significance to identify potential associated factors. Results: The factors associated with the clinical deterioration of the children studied were age ≤ 2 years old (p=0.000), hospitalization in the emergency unit (p=0.000), comorbidity (p=0.020) and clinical diagnosis of respiratory disease (p=0.000). Conclusion: Children ≤ 2 years old, with comorbidity, diagnosed with respiratory disease and hospitalized in the emergency unit showed an increased likelihood of clinical deterioration. The identification of factors associated with clinical deterioration may alert and direct the health team to children more susceptible to this phenomenon.