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Hypotonia at Birth: A Case Study of ACTA-1 Mutation, a Congenital Myopathy
Authors: Gelardi Laurie
Published: September 2018

Congenital myopathy is an uncommon neonatal disorder that can manifest in the neonatal period with severe features. Presentation with signs of global hypotonia and respiratory insufficiency are among the classic findings. Rapid diagnosis is essential for medical management and family support. This case study reviews the presentation of hypotonia in the newborn, followed by a path to a diagnosis of nemaline myopathy in the form of an ACTA-1 mutation. This review can aid the clinician in the diagnosis of patients in whom hypotonia is present at birth. Included is a discussion of the incidence, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of this devastating disease.
Lung Ultrasound as a New Technique for Diagnosis of Neonatal Respiratory Diseases
Authors: Elsayed Yasser N.
Published: September 2018

Point-of-care ultrasound in the NICU is becoming more commonplace and is now used for a number of indications. Over the past ten years, the use of ultrasound as an alternative to a chest x-ray for the diagnosis of neonatal lung disease has been explored, and protocols were developed to refine the interpretation of ultrasound images in neonatal lung disease. The purpose of this column is to briefly explain the physics of ultrasound and describe the application of ultrasound to neonatal lung assessment.
Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome: A Case Report
Authors: Bautista Tiffany Nicole , Krebs Traci L. , Jnah Amy , Newberry Desi
Published: September 2018

Purpose

To present a case of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), followed by discussion of the etiology, pathophysiology, prenatal diagnosis, management, complications, prognosis, and family considerations.

Methods

A literature review was conducted using MEDLINE, PubMed, CINAHL, ProQuest, and Google Scholar. The search resulted in 593 articles; 25 relevant articles were chosen.

Results

Approximately 1 of every 250 cases of monochorionic twins acquire TTTS. The progression of TTTS is unpredictable; nontreatment and early onset have been associated with >90 percent mortality of both twins. Neurodevelopmental impairment, preterm birth, renal hypoperfusion, growth restriction, cardiomyopathy, and hydrops fetalis have been associated with TTTS.

Limitations

A paucity of research and case reports exists, limiting recommendations for optimal diagnosis, management, and treatment regimens.

Implications for Practice

TTTS is unpredictable in progression; earlier identification of chorionicity, diagnosis of TTTS, and improvement of treatment and management have the potential to improve the mortality and morbidity outcomes associated with TTTS.
The Other Side of the Incubator: A Preemie Turns 40 Years Old
Authors: Discenza Deborah
Published: September 2018

Deb Discenza interviews Geoff, a preemie born almost 40 years ago, and gets unique insight into his birth, his NICU stay, and life afterward.
Future Orientation and Household Financial Asset Liquidity
Authors: Ammerman David Allen , MacDonald Maurice
Published: September 2018

This study explored one aspect of household financial resilience by analyzing factors related to financial asset liquidity. Given that assets are classified on the balance sheet according to when their economic benefits are expected in time, we extend the asset allocation literature by modeling the allocation of financial assets to cash as a function of intertemporal motivations (i.e., future orientation). A sample of respondents was extracted from De Nederlandsche Bank Household Survey. Fractional logistic regression was used to model the proportion of financial assets held in cash. Consistent with theoretical predictions, future orientation was negatively associated with the proportion of financial assets held in cash. Implications for practice are discussed.
A Financial Protection Strategy for Families That Have a Child With Down Syndrome
Authors: Niu Gao , Vadiveloo Jeyaraj , Lakenbach Cary
Published: September 2018

Families that have a child with Down syndrome (DS) are facing financial challenges due to the increased life expectancy and daily life dependencies that he or she experiences. This article uses pediatric findings to supplement child mortality impairment assumptions and proposes a combination annuity pricing model to explore an annuity solution for families that have a child with DS. A Markov chain Monte Carlo simulation model is constructed with features such as a fixed death benefit, return of premium, different premium payment patterns, and the widowhood effect factor. The results indicate that such a product is generally affordable for families that have a child with DS to cover their child’s longevity risk and increased dependency needs.
Development and Testing of the Family Structure and Family Functions Scale for Parents Providing Adolescent Reproductive Health Based on the Friedman Family Assessment Model
Authors: Susanto Tantut , Arisandi Defa , Kumakura Ryota , Oda Azusa , Koike Miki , Tsuda Akiko , Kimura Rumiko , Tabuchi Noriko , Sugama Junko
Published: September 2018

Background and Purpose:

To describe the development and testing of a psychometric of Family Structure and Functions (FSF) that measures parents’ ability to provide adolescent reproductive health (ARH).

Methods:

A cross-sectional study of Indonesian parents (n = 525). Multifactors FSF-ARH were examined using construct validity (exploratory factor analysis [EFA] and confirmatory factor analysis [CFA]) and content validity (Content Validity Index [CVI]). Internal consistency was explored using Cronbach’s α coefficient.

Results:

EFA revealed nine factors with 26 items accounting for 61.64% of explained variance and CFA validity testing fit for the construct validity of FSF-ARH. The CVI indicated adequate content validity (0.80–0.10) and acceptable internal consistency (0.70).

Conclusions:

FSF-ARH contains valid, reliable, and robust measures although some subscales performed moderate reliability, establishing the purpose for further research.
Psychometric Properties of the Hospital Ethical Climate Survey: A Cross-Sectional Study in Greek and Cypriot Cancer Care Settings
Authors: Charalambous Andreas , Cloconi Constantina , Papastavrou Evridiki , Theodoula Adamakidou
Published: September 2018

Background and Purpose:

Ethical climate provides the context in which ethical behavior and decision-making occur. To test the psychometric properties of the Greek version of the Hospital Ethical Climate Survey (HECS) in cancer care settings.

Methods:

This was a cross-sectional study with 235 cancer nurses. Principal component analysis (PCA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were examined. Reliability was investigated with Cronbach’s coefficient α.

Results:

Cronbach’s α was 0.86 for the HECS total and ranged from 0.71 to 0.85 for the five subscales. PCA revealed that five components accounted for 61.09% of the variance which were comparable to those produced in the original validation study. The CFA with the five factors identified, produced a model with a good fit.

Conclusion:

The Greek version of the HECS is valid and reliable for use within the cancer care context.
Use of a Self-Report Medication Adherence Scale for Measuring Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy in Patients With HIV/AIDS
Authors: Wickersham Karen E. , Sereika Susan M. , Kang Hyung-Joo , Tamres Lisa K. , Erlen Judith A.
Published: September 2018

Background and Purpose:

This study examined the psychometric properties of a 9-item Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-9) adapted specifically for patients with HIV/AIDS.

Methods:

We used data from two randomized controlled trials investigating telephone-delivered interventions for improving adherence to antiretroviral therapy to assess reliability (Cronbach’s α and Pearson’s product correlation) and validity (convergent and concurrent) of the MMAS-9.

Results:

The internal consistency (Cronbach’s α) of the MMAS-9 was .66 (study 1) and .69 (study 2); 3-month test–retest reliability (Pearson’s correlation) ranged from .50 to .74. Validity was supported by associations with electronic event monitored adherence, social support, depressive symptoms, self-efficacy, stigma, regimen complexity, and impact of side effects in the hypothesized direction.

Conclusions:

The adapted MMAS-9 demonstrated good convergent validity but somewhat lower internal consistency reliability than other reports.
Party Drug Use Among Gay Men: Expanding Contemporary Understandings for Nursing Practice
Authors: O’Byrne Patrick
Published: September 2018

Background:

The extant literature about party drug use among gay men primarily produces a list of negative health sequelae that correlate with using these substances. Missing from the current research are explorations about why people consume party drugs. In other words, researchers have not systematically collected people’s narratives about “what they get out of” party drugs.

Methods:

Using Deleuze’s and Bataille’s work, exploratory semistructured interviews were undertaken with gay men who reported attending circuit parties, using party drugs, and engaging in condomless sex.

Results:

Seventeen men fit the study inclusion criteria and engaged in an interview. Two main themes emerged: party drugs were used to achieve desired sensations, and party drugs provided respite. The findings suggested that the relationships between party drugs and condomless sex are not necessarily causal.

Conclusion:

It is important for nurses to differentiate the competing uses of pleasure seeking and respite, and design and provide interventions based on each patient's or patient groups’ reasons for using party drugs.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Discharge Education and Quality of Life Evaluation: A Feasibility Study
Authors: Conley Patricia , Kelechi Teresa J. , Nemeth Lynne S. , Mueller Martina
Published: September 2018

Background and Purpose:

Discharge instructions provided to hospitalized participants with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are essential to promote improved health outcomes, reduce incidence of hospitalization, and enhance quality of life (QOL). This study evaluated the feasibility of implementing the American Lung Association’s COPD Action Plan and assessment of QOL among participants hospitalized for acute exacerbation of COPD or COPD as a primary or secondary diagnosis.

Methods:

The study was conducted on a cohort of critically ill participants hospitalized on a progressive care unit. The Principal Investigator administered the WHOQOL-BREF Questionnaire to assess QOL before discharge and 30 days after discharge via phone call. Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance was used to evaluate outcomes from the discharge study.

Results:

Among participants enrolled (n = 50), 13 completed the in-hospital and follow-up phone call. Participants scored (12; 92% answered “yes”) that they learned appropriate COPD self-management skills, such as change in respiratory symptoms and appropriate actions to take. At 30-day follow-up: number of rehospitalizations (12; 99%), no emergency department visits, and (1; 1%) emergency department visit for insulin reaction, not COPD. Most frequent principal admitted diagnosis was acute respiratory failure, and secondary diagnosis was COPD. There was no significant difference in QOL comparing scores at discharge to 30-day follow-up, using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test.

Implications for Practice:

COPD education can increase participant satisfaction in receiving self-management instructions from an action plan near the time of discharge based on a small sample.
Social Media Guidelines Within University-Based Professional Psychology Training Programs: Ethical Challenges and Professional Considerations With Graduate Students
Authors: Mistry Neha , Carter Marquita , Seltzer Jed , Dichiara Ariana , Cowan Ezra , Gubi Aaron A.
Published: September 2018

Social media is regularly used by a growing number of graduate students and licensed psychologists. This expands opportunities for professional growth and development for many, though it also brings forward a growing number of ethical challenges as personal and professional lives transform, blur, and merge online. This study examined social media policies of 46 American Psychological Association-accredited university-based professional psychology doctoral programs in clinical psychology to better understand the ethical challenges and protections that doctoral programs can implement to protect graduate students, faculty, and the public. Findings indicated that many university-based doctoral programs in clinical psychology do not have clear social media policies. Results and implications of the findings and how they relate to doctoral education will be discussed during this article.
Transference and Countertransference in EMDR Therapy
Authors: Piedfort-Marin Olivier
Published: September 2018

Just like any other psychotherapy method, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) should conceptualize the intersubjective phenomena that are active during EMDR therapy, especially in the treatment of complex cases. This article describes the concepts of transference and countertransference and how to integrate them in the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model. In this article, research on mirror neurons, the concept of action systems, and recent considerations on attachment theory for patients with disorganized attachment are incorporated into the concepts of transference and countertransference. Input from each of these theories is illustrated with a clinical vignette that depicts how the client’s and the therapist’s conscious and unconscious processes are intertwined and how they may affect the efficacy of EMDR therapy. We propose the countertransference-based interweave to release the AIP when countertransference issues block the process. Integrating knowledge on transference and countertransference in EMDR therapy could increase the efficacy of EMDR, especially in complex cases.
Randomized Controlled Trial on the Provision of the EMDR Integrative Group Treatment Protocol Adapted for Ongoing Traumatic Stress to Female Patients With Cancer-Related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms
Authors: Jarero Ignacio , Givaudan Martha , Osorio Amalia
Published: September 2018

This randomized controlled trial extended the investigation previously conducted by Jarero et al. (2015) which found that the eye movement desensitization and reprocessing Integrative Group Treatment Protocol adapted for ongoing traumatic stress (EMDR-IGTP-OTS) was effective in reducing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms related to the diagnosis and treatment of different types of cancer in adult women. The current study sought to determine if the results could be replicated and if the treatment would also be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Participants in treatment (N = 35) and no-treatment control (N = 30) groups completed pre, post, and follow-up measurements using the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.; DSM-5) (PCL-5) and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Data analysis by repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) showed that the EMDR-IGTP-OTS was effective in significantly reducing symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression, with symptoms maintained at 90-day follow-up and with large effect sizes (e.g., d = 1.80). A comparison of the treatment and no-treatment control groups showed significantly greater decreases for the treatment group on symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression. No significant correlation was found when exploring the relationship between scores on the Adverse Life Experiences scale and scores indicating pretreatment severity of PTSD, anxiety, and depression. This study suggests that EMDR-IGTP-OTS may be an efficient and effective way to address cancer-related posttraumatic, depressive, and anxious symptoms.
Utilisation de la technique éclair dans la thérapie EMDR : quatre exemples de cas
Authors: Manfield Philip , Lovett Joan , Engel Lewis , Manfield David
Published: September 2018

Cet article présente la technique éclair, une nouvelle technique utilisée pendant la phase de préparation de la thérapie EMDR (désensibilisation et retraitement par les mouvements oculaires) pour faciliter le traitement de souvenirs traumatiques intenses auxquels les patients hésiteraient autrement à accéder. Les premières données, demeurant à confirmer, suggèrent que cette technique pourrait permettre aux patients d’accéder à ces souvenirs d’abord de manière la moins perturbante possible, réduisant leur intensité émotionnelle, afin de pouvoir ensuite les aborder plus pleinement et les traiter à l’aide de la thérapie EMDR. La technique semble aisément tolérée par les patients de tous âges, y compris les enfants ; elle paraît rapide et relativement indolore pour les patients, même ceux qui possèdent des souvenirs cibles particulièrement perturbants ; elle s’enseigne facilement aux cliniciens. Elle se distingue par le fait que les patients qui évitent un souvenir terriblement perturbant peuvent se voir offrir une façon de le traiter sans devoir le ramener clairement à l’esprit. Quatre exemples de cas, dans lesquels quatre cliniciens différents ont utilisé la technique, sont présentés brièvement. Des suggestions sont formulées pour des études à venir. Cet article présente des hypothèses pour expliquer divers mécanismes d’action et évoque les effets en termes de la théorie de reconsolidation mnésique.
Peta Penelitian Hukum Ekonomi Syari’ah pada Fakultas Syari’ah dan Hukum UIN Raden Fatah Palembang
Authors: Surya Yono
Published: September 2018

Asumsi dialogis yang dimunculkan bahwa di ranah Fakultas Syari’ah membicarakan hukum, sementara Fakultas Ekonomi Dan Bisnis Islam pada ranah praktisi. Berdasarkan data observasi awal dengan menilai visi pada program studi Hukum Ekonomi Syari’ah dan  program studi Ekonomi Islam pada 2 Fakultas yang berbeda dalam satu universitas diketahui bahwa keduanya berangkat dari pengembangan Ilmu Ekonomi Islam untuk pemenuhan kebutuhan hidup umat manusia secara komprehensif, baik material maupun moral dan spiritual serta menjaga keberlangsungannya dengan pendekatan analisis komparatif maupun integratif dengan pluralisme metodologi, baik moral, fikih, ekonomi, bisnis dan keuangan. Khusus di Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah, keberadaan Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Islam merupakan pengembangan dari Jurusan Ekonomi Islam dan Diploma Perbankan pada Fakultas Syari’ah dan Hukum.
Kepribadian Multikultural (Multicultural Personality) Mahasiswa Kuliah Kerja Nyata UIN Raden Fatah Palembang
Authors: Warna Dewi
Published: September 2018

Keberagaman adalah realita. Suka atau tidak suka, kita tak terhindarkan akan saling bersinggungan di era globalisasi ini. Sehubungan dengan ini, peneliti menggali kepribadian multikultural (multicultural personality) 24 orang mahasiswa KKN UIN Raden Fatah Palembang angkatan ke 67 tahun 2017 yang berasal dari berbagai latar belakang budaya berbeda, dan mereka berinteraksi dengan masyarakat setempat yang latar belakang budayanya juga berbeda. Lokasi KKN tersebut bertempat di Desa Bangun Sari, Desa Suka Damai, dan Desa Muara Sugih Kabupaten Banyuasin. Dari 5 dimensi yang ada pada kepribadian multikultural yaitu dimensi empati budaya, fleksibilitas, inisiatif sosial, kestabilan emosi dan keterbukaan pikiran, dimensi kestabilan emosi menjadi dimensi paling dominan pada kepribadian multikultural Mahasiswa KKN Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang di Desa Bangun Sari, Kabupaten Banyuasin dengan rata-rata sekor 62,63; dimensi paling dominan pada kepribadian multikultural Mahasiswa KKN Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang di Desa Suka Damai adalah dimensi kestabilan emosi dengan rata-rata sekor 60,39; dan dimensi paling dominan pada kepribadian multikultural Mahasiswa KKN Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang di Desa Muara Sugih adalah dimensi kestabilan emosi dengan rata-rata sekor 61,81.
Konsep Khalifah Fil Ardhi dalam Perspektif Filsafat (Kajian Eksistensi Manusia sebagai Khalifah)
Authors: Zulhelmi Zulhelmi
Published: September 2018

This research entitled “The Concept of Khalifah fil Ardhi in Philosophy Prespective; Study about human existence as Khalifah. This research is discribing about the concept of Khalifah in philosophy prespective, and finding the meaning of human existence as khalifah on earth. The method used in this research is historic desciptive method, interpretation method, comparative method and heuristics method. The analysis used in this study is qualitative descriptive explaining the description  of human existance in charge of their duty as Khalifah on earth... The results of this research conclude that Khalifah is the duty given to human (Adam and his offspring) on earth and the reality of the human leadership in managing and organizing the universe that is appropiate with the rules given by God in order to dedicating fot God. A Khalifah should habe these characters: Yahduna bi amrina; wa awhayna ilayhim fi’la al-khayra; ‘abidin (including Iqam Al-Al-Shalat and Ita’ al Zakat); yaqiny; shabaru. Al Shabru’ becomes the consideration of making someone becomes a Khalifah, this character is important for a khalifah. Besides that it alsi describing the mental character of themselves, shown as the behavior when execute the Khalifah duty. The Khalifah existence as the pilot and role model for all human, can build the justice and give the welfare to all people and also bring the happiness in the world and hereafter.
Motivasi Orang Tua Memilih Pondok Pesantren untuk Anaknya
Authors: Supriatna Dedi
Published: September 2018

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengungkapkan tentang motivasi orang tua memilih pondok pesantren Sunanulhuda dan keberadaan orang tua santri putri di pondok pesantren Sunanulhuda.  Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif lapangan, dengan mengambil latar di Pondok Pesantren Sunanul Huda  Cikaroya Cibolang Kaler Cisaat Sukabumi. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan observasi, wawancara, dokumentasi, dengan sumber data utama adalah orang tua/wali santri putri pondok pesantren Sunanul Huda. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif analitik, untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisa lingkungan sosial manusia atau organisasi eksternal yang mempengaruhi motivasi orang tua dalam memilih pendidikan untuk anaknya. Pemeriksaan keabsahan data dilakukan dengan trianggulasi.          Dari penelitian ini didapatkan motivasi orang tua memasukkan anaknya ke Pondok pesantren itu karena (1) keinginan orang tua agar anak memiliki akhlak yang bagus, (2) perasaan ketidak mampuan orang tua mendidik anak di rumah, (4) orang tua menganggap biaya pesantren tidak begitu mahal, (3) orang tua merupakan alumni dari pondok pesantren, (4)orang tua memilih lembaga pendidikan yang didalam nya terdapat pendidikan sekolahnya juga, (5),  agar anak di bekali ilmu agama yang bisa di amalkan oleh dirinya sendiri dan orang lain, (6) agar anak tumbuh menjadi anak yang cerdas (7) keyakinan orang tua terhadap pesantren sebagai tuntunan agama islam yang paling benar. Pesantren dipandang sebagai lembaga pendidikan yang unggul di banding sekolah umum, walaupun latar belakang orang tua berbeda-beda tetapi tetap mempunyai kesamaan tujuan yaitu agar anak menjadi orang yang berguna, sesuai dengan harapan orang tua
Nalar Zakir Abdul Karim Naik (Perspektif Aliran-Aliran Filsafat)
Authors: Syefriyeni Syefriyeni
Published: September 2018

Sejak tahun 2004, sosok Zakir Abdul Karim Naik, yang biasa dipanggil Zakir Naik, melakukan pencerahan Islam yang sarat bernuansa logis, rasionalitas, ilmiah, bahkan filosofis. Pencerahan keagamaannya tidak dalam bentuk ceramah agama sebagaimana biasanya yang dilakukan oleh para ulama dan kiyai Muslim. Pertama tidak cenderung dilakukan di mesjid. Kedua, tidak cenderung dihadiri hanya oleh Muslim semata, namun justru banyak dari kalangan non Muslim, penganut agnotisisme, bahkan ateis sekalipun. Hal ini adalah suatu yang fenomenal. Nalar pemikiran Zakir Naik dapat dinyatakan merupakan bentuk gabungan antara nalar rasionalitas, nalar ilmiah, dan nalar religius. Alur-alur nalarnya dapat diukur dengan nalar filsafat, yang membentuk kontribusi jelas, baik di dunia da’i, dan dunia ilmiah. Bahwa dalam dunia ilmiah nalar Zakir Naik telah mampu menampilkan sebuah konsep integrasi ilmu, tujuan kehidupan, dan tujuan pengenalan terhadap hasil-hasil riset-riset ilmiah, yang tidak lain adalah untuk pendekatan dan pengenalan akan Allah SWT.
CINCUENTA AÑOS DE LA HUMANAE VITAE: UNA MEDITACIÓN SOBRE EL SILENCIO Y EL DIÁLOGO DE LA IGLESIA CON LA EXPERIENCIA HUMANA DE LA SEXUALIDAD
Authors: De la Torre Díaz Javier
Published: September 2018

RESUMEN: Los cincuenta años de la Humanae vitae muestran con claridad el desarrollo paulatino de una moral eclesial en la que cada vez se integran mejor las diversas voces de la Iglesia. Esta historia muestra una más profunda eclesiologia de comunión centrada más en lo que une que en cuestiones secundarias muy debatidas, más en criterios que en normas, más basada y asentada en la experiência humana que en principios abstractos.ABSTRACT: The finy years of the Humanae vitae show clearly the gradual development of a moral in which the diverse voices of the Church are increasingly integrated. This story shows a deeper ecclesiology of communion centered more on what unites than on highly debated secondary issues, more on criteria than on norms, more based on human experience than on abstract principles.
O EVANGELHO DE MARCOS COMO LIVRO DE TESTEMUNHAS: DA TESTEMUNHA OCULAR PARA AS MUITAS TESTEMUNHAS
Authors: Sanches Sidney Moraes
Published: September 2018

RESUMO: O recente estudo histórico-literário do Evangelho de Marcos valoriza o lugar e função do testemunho e das testemunhas na transmissão das tradições orais e escritas e, consequentemente, o lugar e papel da cultura da oralidade nas primeiras congregações seguidoras de Jesus. Richard Bauckham insiste no testemunho ocular do apóstolo Pedro como o filtro preservador e mediador dos acontecimentos na história inteira de Jesus. Minha convicção é que é mais proveitoso, para o estudo do testemunho e das testemunhas no Evangelho de Marcos, considerar as suas muitas testemunhas. Apresento o conceito e o papel do testemunho e da testemunha no Evangelho marcano a partir do exame dos indicativos internos presentes neste. Mostro que a narrativa marcana é construída sobre a performatividade de um sem-número de testemunhas. Sugiro, então, que se leia o Evangelho de Marcos como um Livro de Testemunhas.ABSTRACT: Recent historical-literary study on Mark’s Gospel values the place and the function of both testimony and witnesses for the transmission of oral and wriaen traditions and, consequently, the place and the function of orality culture in the first congregations of Jesus’ disciples. Richard Bauckham insists on Apostle Peter’s eyewitness as a filter for both preservation and mediation of the events of Jesus’ life. My conviction is that it’s much more profitable, for the Markan study of testimony and witnesses, to examine carefully the many witnesses present in that Gospel. I show the concept and the function of both testimony and witness in the Markan Gospel by examining their internal evidences in the laaer. I demonstrate that Markan narrative is built upon the performance of innumerable witnesses. So I suggest that the Gospel of Mark can be read as a Book of Witnesses.
Bitcoin: Islamic Law Perspective
Authors: Nurhisam Luqman
Published: September 2018

Abstract                                                                                                  

In Indonesia, bitcoin is a form of digital currency (e-money) and means of payment transactions that have been used by some communities. It is necessary to get attention, especially from Bank Indonesia. Other than that, the supervision that was once fully done by the central bank of Bank Indonesia, is now taken over by OJK (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan). Thus, Bank Indonesia only has the authority to regulate and control the circulation of currency only. Since some of the tasks and authorities of Bank Indonesia were taken over by OJK (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan), many things have not been covered, such as the new phenomenon in the field of finance in terms of capital, investment, currency circulation, and others. In addition there is no legal umbrella against bitcoin, which is increasingly widespread transaction using bitcoin done in e-commerce transactions. So in terms of security also need to be questioned, therefore there needs to be regulation and supervision specifically against bitcoin, and society will not feel harmed. When viewed in the perspective of Islamic law, that relating to the issuance of money as a means of transactions in a country, is a matter protected by general rules in Islamic law. Therefore, the issuance of money and the determination of the amount is matters relating to the benefit of the people. Another aspect to consider in the use of bitcoin is whether from the side of madharat is greater or benefits taken if used as currency and tool transactions, even as a commodity though. So the focus in this research is the use of bitcoin as currency and transaction tool by using approach and study of Islamic law.
Post 2015 strategies to improve business models in corporate Turkey
Authors: Bedford Norman , Aksu Berna
Published: September 2018

The 2015 elections in Turkey disrupted corporate business models in the country. Conducting business in Turkey has unquestionably been impacted by political activity that has often erupted into cultural wars and civil demonstrations. This paper discusses the strategies corporations must undertake to secure a sustainable competitive advantage in Turkey. It researches and critically evaluates the business impact of the changing and often turbulent politics, as well as collects and analyzes economic data in order to propose a decision making platform allowing companies to make informed strategic decisions. Paralleling this research, the paper also investigates how supply chains into and out of Turkey have been severely disrupted as a result of political unrest. Supply chain disruption is increasing amongst trading nations as they (the supply chains) become more complex as a result of their global expansion. External, as well as internal data, are gathered and examined for this paper in order to recommend corporate action to be taken to minimize supply chain disruption. Protection of supply chains needs to also be a priority of government. Therefore, this paper suggests how involvement in supply chain management by a stable government in Turkey would help minimize disruption and make supply chains in the country much more productive and efficient.
Çileklerde Bor Elementinin Önemi, Taşınma Mekanizması, ve Çilek Tarımında Bor Kullanımı
Authors: SARIDAŞ Mehmet Ali , KARGI Sevgi Paydaş
Published: September 2018

Bu çalışma bitkilerde önemli fonksiyonlara sahip olan bor (B) elementinin topraktan veya yapraktan alınması, bitki içerisinde taşınması ve özellikle çilek tarımında kullanımı konularını içermektedir. Bu kapsamda yapılan literatür çalışmaları ile toprak, bitki ve B ilişkilerindeki mekanizma açıklanmaya çalışılmıştır. B alımının türlere göre değiştiği, ancak bu durumun dikkate alınmadan bazı bilimsel çalışmaların planlanarak birbiriyle çelişkili ve tam açıklanamayan sonuçlara ulaşıldığı dikkati çekmiştir. Yine pratikte de gözlemsel olarak B kullanımıyla ilgili bazı hataların yapıldığı tespit edilmiştir. Derlemede değişik meyve türlerinde, ağırlıklı olarak da çilekte bor uygulamalarıyla ilgili çalışmalara yer verilmiştir. Çilekte bor’un ksilemde taşınması nedeniyle toprak uygulamalarının yaprak uygulamalarına göre daha etkin olacağı vurgulanmıştır. Ayrıca yapılan çalışmaların, günümüzün en önemli problemi olan farklı stres koşullarında B elementinin etkinliğini ortaya koyduğu da dikkati çekmiştir. Optimum B düzeyinin çok dar bir aralıkta yer almasından dolayı, eksik veya toksik doza ulaşılmaması için bundan sonra yapılacak olan doz çalışmalarında çok dikkatli davranılması önerilmiştir.
Bazı Ağır Metallerin Yem Şalgamı’nda (Brassica rapa L. var. rapa) Tohum Çimlenmesi ve Fide Büyümesi Üzerine Etkisi
Authors: ÖZAY Cennet
Published: September 2018

Bu çalışmada, Brassicaceae familyasına ait olan yem şalgamının (Brassica rapa L. var. rapa) tohumlarınafarklı konsantrasyonlarda (0.5, 1, 3, 5 ve 7.0 mM) nitrat tuzu şeklinde uygulanan bazı ağır metallerin (Pb, Cu, Cdve Mn) tohum çimlenmesi ve kök-gövde gelişimi üzerindeki etkileri incelenmiştir. Tohumlar yüzey sterilizasyonusonrası, ağır metallerin belirlenen konsantrasyonlardaki 5 ml’lik çözeltilerinde, kontrol grubu ise distile su içerisinde6 saat şişirilmeye bırakılmıştır. Bu süre sonunda şişme ortamından alınan tohumlardan, 9 cm’lik plastik petrileriçerisindeki 5 ml şişme ortamı sıvısıyla ıslatılmış çift katlı kaba filtre kağıtlarının üzerine, her bir petriye 25’ertohum gelecek şekilde ekim yapılmıştır. Ekimden hemen sonra kapağı kapatılan petriler bitki büyüme kabininekaldırılmış ve 72 sa süreyle 23±1 ºC’de karanlık ortamda çimlenmeye bırakılmıştır. Radikula belirimi esasına göretohumların çimlenme oranları 72 saat sonunda tespit edilmiştir. Ayrıca süre sonunda her bir gruptaki tohumların kökve gövde uzunlukları da ölçülerek kaydedilmiştir. Tohum çimlenmesi ile kök ve gövde büyümesinin, uygulananağır metal konsantrasyonlarındaki artışa paralel olarak azaldığı belirlenmiştir. Pb’ye toleranslı olduğu bilinen yemşalgamının tohumlarında Mn’dan sonra en yüksek çimlenme yüzdesinin Pb uygulamasında görülmesi, bu türüntoksisite eşik değerinin yüksek olduğunu kanıtlamaktadır.
Sucul Deney Hayvanları Seçilmesi, Avantajlar ve Dezavantajlar
Authors: GÜNER Utku
Published: September 2018

Günümüzde akuatik toksikoloji ilgi çeken bir araştırma konusudur. Artan sayıda ve çeşitte suculhayvan deney amacıyla kullanılmaktadır. Bu derlemede farklı sucul deney hayvanlarının seçilme ölçütleriortaya konulmaktadır. Ayrıca farklı deney hayvanı seçiminde hangi kriterlerin önemli olduğu, hangi sucul deneyhayvanının nasıl seçileceğini göstermektedir. Bunun yanında sucul deney hayvanları seçilmesinde hangi sorularınsorulması gerektiği, farklı sucul hayvanların birbirlerine göre avantaj ve dezavantajları verilmektedir.
Kent Parklarındaki Gürültünün Değerlendirilmesi: Hüdavendigar Parkı Örneği
Authors: KILIÇ Melike Yalili , ABUŞ Merve Nur
Published: September 2018

Bu çalışmada, Bursa’nın merkez ilçelerinden olan Nilüfer’de bulunan Hüdavendigar Kent Parkı’ndakigürültünün halkın bakış açısıyla değerlendirilmesi için bir anket çalışması yapılmıştır. Değişik aktiviteler amacıylaparka gelen 93 kişiye, kişisel bilgiler ve parktaki gürültü kirliliği ile ilgili çeşitli sorular yöneltilmiştir. Çalışmadanelde edilen sonuçlara göre, katılımcılar çevre sorunu olarak gördükleri gürültü kirliliğinin sağlık üzerine etkileriolabileceğini düşünmektedir. İlave olarak anket katılımcıları, gürültü kaynaklarını park içi ve park dışı olarak ikişekilde gruplamış, en fazla gürültünün park içinde çocuk oyun parklarından, park dışında ise yol yapım ve bakımçalışmalarından kaynaklandığını ifade etmişlerdir. Ayrıca, katılımcılar parktaki gürültünün azaltılması için yerelyönetimler tarafından çeşitli önlemlerin alınabileceğini düşünmektedir.
Investigation of Some Pesticides’ Effects on Activities of Glutathione Reductase and Glutathione S-Transferase Purified from Turkey Liver under in Vitro Conditions
Authors: GÜLLER Pınar , AKKEMİK Ebru , KÖR Sevil , ÇİFTÇİ Mehmet
Published: September 2018

Whereas a very small amount of pesticides which are used for elimination of undesirable speciesand for a more fertile agriculture reach the target organism, majority of pesticides reach to nontarget organisms. It isforeseen by our team that the pesticides used for various purposes may negatively affect the glutathione mechanismof the organisms. However, determination of effective dosage range is the objective of our study subjects. For thisreason, the in vitro effects of widely used pesticides (lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, chlorpyrifos, dichlorvos,glyphosate isopropylamine) on the activities of glutathione reductase (GR) and glutathione S-transferase(GST) which are two important enzymes of the glutathione system have been investigated in this study. It hasbeen determined that when lambda-cyhalothrin does not affect the GR enzyme purified from the turkey liver,chlorpyrifos, glyphosate isopropylamine, dichlorvos and cypermethrin cause inhibition. When the effects ofpesticides on GST enzyme purified from turkey liver were investigated in in vitro conditions, it was determinedthat all examined pesticides had inhibitory effects. In this context, the potential doses which can create a risk forlive life, of pesticides that are commonly used, have been identified.
pH-sensitive microfiltration membrane prepared from polyethersulfone grafted with poly(itaconic acid) synthesized by simultaneous irradiation in homogeneous phase
Authors: Fan Kai , Zhou Guoqing , Zhang Jinjin , Yang Haijun , Hu Jun , Hou Zhengchi
Published: September 2018

Poly(itaconic acid) (PIA) was grafted onto polyethersulfone (PES) by homogeneously phased γ-ray irradiation. Kinetic polymerization observed was studied by analyzing the effect of irradiation dosages and monomer concentrations. Then, a pH-sensitive microfiltration (MF) membrane was prepared from these PES-g-PIA polymers with different degrees of grafting under phase inversion method. Finally, the contact angles, morphologies, pore sizes, deionized water permeability and filtration performance for aqueous polyethylene glycols solution of the MF membranes were studied. The results show that grafting PIA groups onto PES molecular chains endowed the MF membranes with effective pH-sensitive properties.
Stormwater management in nutrient-sensitive watersheds: a case study investigating impervious cover limits and pollutant-load regulations
Authors: Stillwell Charles C. , Hunt William F. , Page Jonathan L. , Baird Joshua B. , Kennedy Shawn G.
Published: September 2018

The objective of this research project was to compare two stormwater management strategies within a nutrient-sensitive watershed: impervious cover limits versus pollutant-load regulations. A case study was conducted in the nutrient-sensitive Falls Lake watershed in North Carolina, USA, where a commercial fitness complex was constructed in a zone previously restricted to low-density housing. The Falls Lake watershed has a stormwater regulation that limits total nitrogen and total phosphorus export loads to 2.47 kg/ha/yr and 0.37 kg/ha/yr, respectively. Hydrology and water quality were monitored pre- and post-development to quantify changes to stormwater volumes, pollutant concentrations, and annual export loading rates. On-site stormwater control measures (SCMs) reduced nutrient export loading rates below the regulatory standard. However, increased stormwater volumes and nutrient export loading rates were observed from pervious surfaces that were disturbed during construction (total nitrogen increased from 2.06 to 4.24 kg/ha/yr, total phosphorus increased from 0.41 to 0.73 kg/ha/yr). Results from this case study suggest that (1) impervious cover limits do not adequately account for a parcel's nutrient export loads and (2) SCMs that reduce volume and treat pollutants can reduce nutrient export loads below regulatory levels in the Falls Lake watershed.
Comprehensive assessment of system performance in a full-scale wastewater treatment plant with an anaerobic/anoxic/aerobic membrane bioreactor combined with the ozonation process
Authors: Wang Dan , Wu Yihui , Guo Fang , Li Zhiping , Wu Guangxue
Published: September 2018

The system performance, economic cost and environmental impact of a full-scale anaerobic/anoxic/aerobic/membrane bioreactor (3AMBR) combined with the ozonation process were evaluated. The 3AMBR/ozonation process removed biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), suspended solids, NH4-N and total phosphorus efficiently, with removal percentages above 94%, while the total nitrogen removal percentage was only 70%. The multiple linear regression analysis showed that hydraulic retention time (HRT) had a significant effect on nitrogen removal. A low HRT benefited nitrogen removal. Ferrous sulfate dosage close to the optimal value and a high mixed liquid suspended solid could enhance the phosphorus removal. The electricity cost accounted for 88% of the total economic costs. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the BOD oxidation and endogenous decay accounted for more than 50% of total emissions. The second largest GHG emission source was electricity consumption, accounting for 41%. The key to reduce the eutrophication was to enhance nitrogen removal. The composite cost of the 3AMBR/ozonation process was 251 CNY/t CODeq removed, among which economic cost accounted for 82.5%, while environmental impact cost accounted for a small proportion.
Texto Completo del No.16 - Revista de El Colegio de San Luis Nueva Época
Authors: De San Luis El Colegio
Published: September 2018

Revista de El Colegio de San Luis en su totalidad, incluyendo artículos, notas y reseñas del No. 16
¡Quiero ser mexicano! Aproximación al proceso de naturalización en San Luis Potosí, 1924-1932
Authors: Hernández Juárez Saúl Iván
Published: September 2018

El objetivo de este trabajo es demostrar que el nacionalismo de las primeras décadas del siglo XX orilló a ciertos extranjeros a naturalizarse mexicanos en el estado de San Luis Potosí. Para ello, se examinaron 99 juicios de naturalización y se analizó el discurso xenófobo en Acción, publicación que reprodujo prejuicios antiextranjeros. Como resultado, se puede destacar que este es el primer estudio sobre la naturalización en la entidad que atiende la relación extranjero-nación. Una de las limitaciones es que, a la fecha, no hay suficientes análisis historiográficos sobre la naturalización; de ahí que el presente estudio se enfoque en los más numerosos. El valor de la investigación radica en que es el primer estudio acerca la naturalización en San Luis Potosí de un amplio espectro de extranjeros. Finalmente, se concluye que el beneficio de ser mexicano estuvo determinado por la nacionalidad del extranjero en cuestión: para unos (europeos) fue un trámite fluido; para otros (chinos), largo y burocrático.
Intervenciones políticas. Un sociólogo en la barricada
Authors: Lutz Bruno
Published: September 2018

Esta obra compilada bajo la dirección de Pierre Bourdieu tiene como finalidad restituir lo que fue el “motor” de sus investigaciones intelectuales. Asimismo, “Intervenciones políticas” reúne textos poco conocidos y algunos inéditos, así como entrevistas y llamamientos. Este material diverso producido en más de tres décadas nos muestra que el sociólogo francés no era indiferente a la miseria del mundo. Thierry Discepolo, corresponsable de la edición en español junto con Frank Poupeau, se esmeró para dar a conocer “los basamentos de una obra surgida de un trabajo que jamás se ha desvirtuado de los sobresaltos de la historia social y política”.
Comunicação e Saúde na Revista Brasileira de Pesquisa em Saúde
Authors: Cardoso Janine
Published: September 2018

Communication and Health in the Brazilian Journal of HealthResearch
Documentário e cinedebate como estratégia de pesquisa-ação em saúde: comunicando perigos, construindo saberes, promovendo saúde
Authors: Santana dos Santos Mariana Olívia , Dantas Gurgel Idê Gomes , Da Silva Augusto Lia Giraldo
Published: September 2018

Documentary and cinemadebate as strategy of action research in health: communicating dangers, building knowledge, promoting health
The Dual Specificity Role of Transcription Factor FOXO in Type 2-diabetes and Cancer
Authors: Fatima Kaneez , Mathew Shilu , Faheem Muhammed , Mehmood Tahir , Yassine Hadi Mohamad , Al Thani Asmaa A. , Abdel-Hafiz Hany , Al Ghamdy Khalid , Qadri Ishtiaq
Published: September 2018

The FOXO (Forkhead box O) transcription factors are implicated in several signaling pathways and
play a vital role in various cellular and physiological processes include for instance, ROS (reactive oxygen species)
response, cell proliferation, regulation of programmed cell death, longevity, metabolism and cancer and
regulation of cell cycle. In humans, the four FOXO family members are responsible for resemblance in their
structure, regulation and functions. FOXO1 gene is highly expressed in adipose tissues and it affects the regulation
of glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis through insulin signaling. The gene of FOXO3 is highly expressed in
the kidney, heart, spleen and brain and is characterized as diverse forkhead DNA-binding domain of transcription
factors. The FOXO3 is a tumor suppressor gene and found to interact with p53, the trigger for apoptosis through
BCl2 family genes and a regulator of Notch signaling pathway for the self-renewal of stem cells. Therefore,
FOXOs remains to be a fascinating and potential target to acquire novel therapeutic approaches to cure cancer.
This review will provide a comprehensive overview about the biology of FOXO proteins, which can be utilized
for developing current therapeutic approaches to treat cancer.
Effect of Dapagliflozin on Intestinal Flora in MafA-deficient Mice
Authors: Li Luyao , Xu Shiyao , Guo Tingting , Gong Shouliang , Zhang Chuan
Published: September 2018

Objective: To investigate the effect of dapagliflozin on intestinal microflora in MafA-deficient mice
using an animal model of diabetes.

Methods:

Male MafA-deficient mice were administered dapagliflozin (1.0 mg/kg/d) intragastrically for 6 weeks.
Mouse body weights and fasting blood glucose levels were measured, and intestinal short-chain fatty acids were
measured by gas chromatography. A series of methods was used to analyse the number of primary harmful bacteria
in the faeces, and high-throughput sequencing was used to sequence the changes in intestinal flora.

Results:

The weight of the mice decreased after dapagliflozin gavage, and fasting blood glucose was significantly
lower than that in the control group (P < 0.001). Acetic acid and butyric acid contents in the intestinal tracts of the
mice increased, and the growth of harmful microorganisms, such as Clostridium perfringens, enterococci, Enterobacteriaceae,
and intestinal enterococci, was inhibited. Blautia is a species found in the experimental group and
was significantly different from the control and blank groups as determined by the LDA score from highthroughput
sequencing.

Conclusion:

Dapagliflozin can reduce fasting blood glucose, decrease body weight, increase short-chain fatty
acid content, regulate the intestinal microecological balance of the body and promote blood glucose and energy
homeostasis.